Risk and Resilience Manager

The Secretariat supports the governing body and the university executive to make informed decisions within a defined governance framework. We provide specialist advice and develop best practice in governance, compliance, risk and assurance.  

This role will provide specialist expertise and be responsible for management of the University’s risk register and business continuity policies, processes and testing activities.  Reporting initially to the University Secretary, the role will directly support the Executive and senior staff in identifying, understanding and describing risks and recording associated mitigations.  The role will support the Audit Committee and the Board of Governors in monitoring changes to the risks, conducting deep dive reviews and providing assurance that the system of risk management and business continuity is robust. 

Based on the Llandaff campus but with the ability to work flexibly, you will work collegiately with colleagues across the University enabling a coordinated approach to risk management and business continuity planning; providing advice on policy, procedure and implementation.

What you’ll bring  

We are looking for an enthusiastic professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and who is happy to use technology to improve our ways of working. You will have a first degree or equivalent, experience of risk management and an understanding of business continuity planning in the HE environment.  

Additionally you’ll:   

• Bring Knowledge of the typical HE operating environment and awareness of the types of strategic and operational risks that an HE institution is likely to face.
• Have experience of applying or developing risk management methodologies and processes, working with senior staff to appropriately describe and assess strategic risks and identify mitigations.
• Be able to promote effective co-operative working relationships across an organisational structure. 
• Be able to command the confidence and respect of senior colleagues.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University? 

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.  

We offer excellent benefits such as: 

• Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days (pro rata if part time).
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions. 
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page. 
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities. 
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership. 
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us 

For more information about the role please contact Ruth Davies, University Secretary, on RDavies3@cardiffmet.ac.uk, or feel free to contact James Wallace, the Recruitment Advisor supporting this vacancy on JWallace2@cardiffmet.ac.uk.   

All applications must be submitted online.   

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page. 

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Should a high volume of applications be received, we may need to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.

Cardiff Metropolitan University is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.

All applicants with disabilities, or those who are part of the Armed Forces community who during the shortlisting process meet the essential criteria for the role will be progressed to the next stage.

We use the person specification as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page. 

The University is committed to creating a highly inclusive culture. We offer family friendly and flexible working arrangements and a range of staff networks, forums and events to support and develop our people. We warmly welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in the higher education sector.