Performance and Risk Officer in Stroud

Job details

Job reference REQ0283 | Date posted 17/06/2026 | Apply by 19/07/2026 | Location: Ebley Mill - Stroud | Salary: £39,152 per annum (pay award pending) | Package: Excellent pension scheme, Flexi Working Scheme, Hybrid working approach, Employee Wellbeing Offer – For more information please see the benefits section on our website | Contractual hours: 37 Basis | Permanent | Job category/type: Corporate Policy & Governance | Attachments: Performance and Risk Officer JD.pdf, SDC V&B application & interview guidance 2023.pdf, Performance and Risk Officer PS.pdf

Stroud District Council is an ambitious organisation committed to putting our residents and communities at the heart of what we do. Our friendly and inclusive environment supports colleagues to develop and thrive. If this sounds like the kind of place you’d like to work, then we’d love to hear from you.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and innovative team, playing a key role in strengthening how the council uses performance and risk management to deliver its priorities and improve outcomes for our communities.

The purpose of the Performance and Risk Officer role is to strengthen performance and risk management across the council, ensuring frameworks are embedded to support effective decision‑making, manage risk, and support policy development that shapes the future of our services.

Responsibilities

• Implement the council’s Performance Management Framework and lead on performance monitoring across service plans and the Council Plan.
• Support and coordinate the annual service planning process, including the production, monitoring and maintenance of service plans to drive delivery.
• Embed risk management practices and the Risk and Opportunities Management Framework across the organisation.
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues on policy development, research and consultation.

Who should apply?

We are looking for a proactive and analytical individual with performance and/or risk management experience, who will bring positive energy to the role. To be successful in this role, you will also need:

• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage competing demands in a structured way.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, organisational and influencing skills.
• Experience in dealing with people at a range of levels within an organisation.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to understand and interpret data and effectively develop solutions.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to build strong working relationships across teams and services.

Experience in performance or risk management systems, such as Ideagen, is desirable but not essential.

Closing & Interview Dates

Closing Date: 19th July 2026

Interview Dates: Friday 24th July and Monday 27th July.

Additional Information

A local government reorganisation is planned for Gloucestershire, which may result in changes to structures and services. Potential changes are provisionally timetabled for April 2028. We are committed to supporting all employees through this transition and ensuring continuity of employment wherever possible. Joining us now means you’ll be part of shaping an exciting new chapter for local government.

It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientations, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and people with disabilities.

We welcome applications from neurodivergent candidates and value the diverse lived experiences they bring.

We recognise the wide range of cognitive strengths that contribute to delivering high‑quality services.

We are committed to ensuring that every applicant can participate fully and fairly in our recruitment process. To support this, we offer workplace adjustments at every stage. Please let us know if you have any additional requirements as we are here to help create a positive, inclusive, and equitable experience for all.

Responsible recruitment practices for safeguarding are in place within the Council’s HR policies and processes. This is part of our commitment as a Council to safeguard the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children.

Contact

For further information about this role or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact Hannah Barton, Policy & Performance Manager, by email hannah.barton@stroud.gov.uk.