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Governance and Risk Business Partner

 Northallerton  Permanent  c£41,000 Ref: 407581

The Role



Nigel Wright are exclusively supporting a housing association with their search for a Governance and Risk Business Partner.  As a Governance and Risk Business Partner you will work closely with the Governance Manager to  support the development and delivery of excellent governance, risk management and assurance practices across the organisation,  driving continuous improvement. You will also be responsible for executing second-line assurance activities aligned with an approved second line assurance plan, and will work closely with the Data Protection Officer (DPO) to ensure compliance with data protection legislation.  

Duties:

  • Governance Expertise: Support the Governance Manager in driving the development and implementation of sound governance frameworks to ensure compliance and effective decision-making.
  • Risk Management: Be the subject matter expert and custodian of the risk management system, helping embed robust risk management practices and culture across the organisation.
  • Data Protection: Support the DPO in ensuring compliance with data protection regulations by providing advice and support to colleagues so that data protection risks are appropriately identified, managed and escalated.
  • Assurance Delivery: Execute robust second-line assurance activities in line with the approved assurance plan to help ensure regulatory compliance, alongside the management of control self-assessments.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across departments to deliver improvements, provide advice, raise awareness and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Sector Engagement: Apply your housing sector expertise to shape practices that benefit our communities and stakeholders.

The Person



Skills/Attributes:

  • Experience of working in risk management, assurance, and governance teams.
  • Experience of supporting businesses in ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.
  • Experience of working in a regulated environment.
  • A background in the housing sector is desirable
  • Strategic thinker with an understanding of how your work connects with organisational objectives.
  • Analytical mindset with a keen eye for detail to assess challenges and propose solutions.
  • Skilled in relationship building, fostering strong professional connections with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • A collaborative approach, engaging with teams to develop and implement improvements.
  • Using initiative to drive forward change.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver projects to tight deadlines
  • Proficient in IT tools and an advocate for digital transformation.
  • Sound understanding of Governance, assurance and risk principles and practices
  • Good knowledge of data protection regulations and practices

Next Steps



Please contact jo.platt@nigelwright.com for further details.

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Jo Platt

Principal Consultant

Business Support

Newcastle Office
E: jo.platt@nigelwright.com
Tel: +44 191 269 0674
Mob: +44 784 231 4304