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Do you have a strong understanding of risk management frameworks and methodologies?

Are you able to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team?

Then this role may be for you!

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Risk Manager to join us at UHCW.  This role will provide a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future development of Risk Management and Assurance across the organisation. 

Accountable to the Associate Director of Quality you will work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders to embed professional, robust and consistent Risk Management systems and processes in line with the Board’s Risk Management Strategy.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in Risk Management along with specialist knowledge of Risk and Assurance, and a clear understanding of risk management and its application in health settings. You should be educated to Degree level or equivalent, preferably with a qualification in risk/governance.

If you would like to arrange an informal discussion regarding the above post, prior to submitting an online application, please contact Lisa Cummins, Director of Quality at [email protected]

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will support the development and implementation of the Risk Management Strategy for the Trust. This will include the development and maintenance of the Trust Risk Register in an advisory capacity in collaboration with the Group Triumvirates, Corporate Leads and Accountable Executives.
• The post holder will coordinate the development of risk management functions throughout the 
Trust in line with local, regional and national guidance and statutory requirements.
• To lead on ensuring risk information systems align with the principles outlined in the Risk Management Strategy, liaising with the system provider to further develop the product and reporting tools.
• Oversee the Risk Committee function (monthly) and lead on monthly escalation and assurance producing reports for the Board Sub Committees and Trust Board promoting oversight, assurance and visibility of risk reports.
• Build relationships with staff to ensure effective communication of risks, risk management and promote a culture of risk management across the Trust.
• Meet regularly with Senior colleagues, including Chief Officers, Non-Executives, Corporate and Triumvirates for the purpose of identifying changes to risks, the mechanisms of assurance and control and actions to reduce risks.

Please be advised there is a proposed interview date of 13th August 2024.

Working for our organisation

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence^® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.