Housing Risk Lead - Bradford, United Kingdom - Accent Group

Accent Group
Accent Group
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Bradford, United Kingdom

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Who are Accent?


We own almost 20,400 houses across the North, East and South of the country and they are homes to over 41,000 of our customers.

We're not just a housing association, we exist to improve lives, providing people with high quality homes, affordably. Whatever their housing need, whether family, single, older, or more vulnerable - our customers always come first. They are always at the very heart of our business, and we demonstrate this through our values.


In September 2021, Homes England announced, a new strategic partnership with Accent Housing as part of the AHP This has helped us to realise the delivery of circa 500 new homes per year across our target areas of operation.


About the Role and Person

  • 35 hours per week
  • Permanent

Key responsibilities and requirements are outlined within the job description, but to summarise:

The Business Assurance team supports Accent's Board, Executive and colleagues to ensure great governance, risk management and assurance across all areas of the business.

The Risk Lead is a new role in the team, reporting to the Head of Regulation and Assurance.

As Risk Lead you will support the organisation in all aspects of risk management including working with the leadership team on strategic and operational risk management, emergency planning, fraud prevention and anti-money laundering activity.

You will line manage the Insurance Manager and a new role of Data Compliance Officer.

Your core role and focus, as part of the business assurance team, is to provide risk management leadership to the wider business and support to Accent's Audit & Risk Committee and senior leadership.

This is a critical governance, risk and control role that supports Accent to achieve its strategic objectives.


For detailed JD please click here.**There are certain things we will need from you:
  • Excellent understanding of legal and regulatory requirements relevant to the social housing sector
  • Demonstrable experience relevant to the job role, particularly in risk management see JD for full details
  • Superb written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively and constructively and to drive improvement where needed
  • Ability to inspire your own team and others to achieve their potential

Location


We'll provide you with the equipment and software that you'll need for the purpose of your role however it will be your responsibility to have an appropriate space to work from as well as a suitable broadband connection/provider.


Salary


The spot salary for this post is £50,000 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post.

Applicants, who do not meet all of the requirements of the post, will start 5% or 10% below the spot salary.


What will you get from us?
In addition to a competitive salary and agile working, we also have a focus on employees' development.

We support both professional and personal development, ensuring everyone has a development plan and provide access to a wide range of internal and external learning resources.


You'll also receive:


  • 28 days paid holiday (prorata Excluding bank holidays) per year rising by 1 day per year up to a maximum of one working week
  • Option to purchase additional holiday of up to 2 of your working weeks (at managers discretion)
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • A choice of salary based contributory pension schemes, each offering life assurance cover.
Auto enrolment - employer and employee contribution 4%

Pension scheme - employer contribution 16.4%, employee contribution 7.5%


Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at Accent
We believe that everyone has the right to be treated fairly and with respect. Accent residents, customers, and colleagues come from a diverse range of backgrounds, which we embrace and celebrate.

We promote equity through an intersectional approach:

we understand that experiences, identities, and communities vary, and that fostering inclusivity requires creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong.

This means we do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, relationship status, pregnancy and maternity status, race and ethnicity, religion and belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Our roles often generate a lot of interest and can close early so don't miss out this opportunity to apply


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
£50,000.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Additional leave
  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free parking
  • Sick pay

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Bradford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person

Application deadline: 05/06/2023
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