Job Description

Risk, Audit and Governance Manager

Location: Leeds, HQ

Salary: 55,000 - 58,000

Closing Date: 16 May

Interview Date: TBC

Reporting to: Director of Technology

How to apply

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Email: people@ukcoaching.org

We are looking for a Risk, Audit and Governance Manager to lead and manage the compliance team to deliver an effective group corporate governance function. The key tasks for the role are:

Production/management of risk analysis and quantification of the value of risks throughout the Group. Producing the group and company risk registers and acting as the central point of reference for risk related queries. Managing oversight of governance and risk and promoting a culture of good compliance, risk awareness and training Ensuring regulatory of company/group requirements are met and that there is suitable evidence to support this. Reviewing and ensuring compliance with the Code for Sports Governance and recommendation and advise on adjustments to procedures as required. Leading Business Continuity, Cyber Essentials and GDPR compliance to ensure plans and controls are robust, up to data and comply with the latest regulations. Attendance at Board level committee meetings such as the Finance and Risk Committee and reporting any issues directly to the Chair. Preparation for and deliverance of clean audits from the Sport England/UK Sport Governance and Finance Audits, identifying in advance any issues regarding compliance in a timely manner to meet the governance cycles. Driving the ongoing development of the risk-based audit plan that takes into consideration related business objectives. Creating strong working relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with all relevant requirements. Ensuring all changes to group policies and regulatory requirements are fully embedded within the business and, where appropriate, that relevant testing is undertaken. Line Management and professional development responsibility for members within the team. Following and promoting the vision, values and policies of the group internally and externally. Being responsible for company insurance review and renewals eg premises, employers liability. Undertaking any other tasks appropriate to this level of responsibility.

Competencies:

Expertise and competence:

be able to demonstrate credibility and influence (externally and internally); the ability to identify areas of improvement and learning and give professional support and direction to others; subject matter experience of operational planning, risk and audit; educated to degree level or equivalent.

Leadership and vision:

aptitude to initiate and manage change; ability to earn credibility and to inspire colleagues; ability to accept responsibility; be able to demonstrate integrity and fairness.

Strategic thinking and planning:

ability to develop, articulate and deliver strategy and objectives, priorities and imperatives; a gift for long-term thinking; capable of developing achievable plans; be able to take decisions on time, even in uncertain circumstances; ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the Group.

Communication and interpersonal:

ability to negotiate and listen; effective oral and written communication and presentation skills; ability to network and act as an advocate; the ability to present confidently and represent the Group positively; the ability to link and effectively communicate well to a broad range of stakeholders.

Personal effectiveness/self-management:

excellent time management skills; proven ability to manage multiple projects and programmes; the ability to deal effectively with pressure and deliver on time and on budget; be able to demonstrate flexibility, adaptability and commitment to own development

Intellect, creativity and judgement:

be capable of original ideas; have a creative approach and sound judgement, including ability to admit to own fallibility.

Knowledge/Expertise:

Experience and/ or qualifications in one or more of the following governance related disciplines: risk management, internal audit, compliance Experience of facilitating good governance within a values driven environment including experience of working with senior management teams and trustees. Demonstrable understanding and awareness of governance models, current best practice and up to date legal requirements of corporate governance. Experience of managing risk by supporting others across all levels of the organisation. Understanding of organisational risk management systems An ability to initiate and innovate new or revised policies and procedures to deliver positive change by engaging all stakeholders. Excellent written communication skills with the ability to assimilate and summarise information and place it within the wider context. Excellent IT skills, including word processing, producing presentations and the setting up of storage of information through spreadsheets and databases. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, including advocacy, negotiation and influencing skills Ability to line manage, supervise, lead, and motivate team members to achieve objectives. A passion for sport, physical activity and coaching.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 55,000.00-58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Life insurance Private medical insurance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leeds LS11 9AR

Application deadline: 16/05/2025