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Risk DirectorThe Risk Director will provide expert professional leadership for the development, delivery and continuous improvement of risk management and governance across the business. They will act in a formal capacity for the business in roles relating to the risk framework development and implementation, data protection which includes DPO, SIRO and Caldicott Guardian and as a senior leader in the organisation developing a strong risk culture. The job holder will lead the company in delivering best practice and excellence as well as ensuring compliance in all relevant aspects of the business and environment, including social and environmental matters, diversity and inclusion and information governance.The jobholder will promote and foster an environment commensurate with the Companys EPIC values.Our Core Values: E Excellence We aspire to be the best at what we do and to lead by example. We set high personal and company standards, and then consistently try to exceed them. We support each other and put quality as a top priority.At HBSUK we dont settle for anything less than excellence.P Patient FocusPatient care is at the heart of all we do and is central to our decisions. We are always committed to excellence for our patients and achieve it through innovation and endeavour. Shared decisions, for me, about me are made between clinicians and patients.At HBSUK the patient always matters most.I IntegrityWe value our staff and our clients. We listen to their views and respect them. We dont prescribe what others should do but we do expect everyone to deliver and uphold our standards.At HBSUK we care about what we do and can be trusted to deliver. C CollaborationWe are generous with our time, our attention and our ideas, giving in a positive spirit to help each other stretch, grow and take risks. We work tirelessly to create an equitable place where no person is disadvantaged based on race or gender.At HBSUK we work together and support each other.About UsHBSUK works alongside Trusts to provide cost-effective insourcing solutions through a full range of services. At HBSUK we provide capacity solutions, resourcing, triage services, pathway redesigns, private market opportunities, as well as portfolio management and consultancy services.In addition to this we have developed a market leading Health technology Virtual Lucy is our expert triage application designed to support patients through their assessment and treatment.Virtual Lucy combines our extensive clinical network with modern technology to ensure that patients get the best out of their journey to recovery. We design streamline patient- centric pathways that are evidence-based and effective. The patients journey starts with self-referral via our digital triage expert followed by an online appointment booking with the correct specialist from our extensive network of clinicians.ResponsibilitiesBe accountable for the development and delivery of the corporate risk management framework, the company risk appetite statements, the standards and compliance framework, external accreditations and audits and establishing appropriate objectives and measure for risk and governance within HBS. The post holder will support the CEO and other Senior Leadership Team members to shape and deliver the risk and compliance agenda which includes the aspects of change that are essential to realise and deliver all the companys risk objectivesWork closely with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team to ensure delivery of the agreed governance systems and overall compliance with all applicable regulatory standards and policy and to ensure risk and related matters are reported and understood including the provision of information for annual reporting.Have accountability for HBSUKs organisational risk register and risks appetites, and to ensure that they are updated on a frequent basis, have an appropriate list of risk mitigants and controls with management information that determines their performance and has actions in place to remediate any risks that remain above risk appetiteProvide guidance on business continuity planning and operational resilience, and will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team in terms of their responsibility for emergency planning response and preparednessDirect the efforts of all quality, social, environmental and improvement initiatives to ensure overall compliance with all applicable regulatory and statutory standards and policies; they will advise and act as a subject matter expert on all matters related to corporate risk and governance. Their remit also includes oversight, publication and maintenance of policies, processes and procedures, ensuring all functions are compliant with ISO requirements. This also includes responsibility for company knowledge management systems (used for internal and external documentation and comms).Have accountability for oversight of compliance for all internal audit activity. They will be responsible for the appointment and management of all outsourced internal audit activity, and for reviewing the requirements for and then providing supporting structures for delivering all required governance. Such activity to extend to any collaborative partners and suppliers to the business.Will be accountable for the risk management and legal processing aspects of data governance e.g. compliance with GDPR/DPA2018 and will have specific data responsibilities including Caldicott Guardian, Data Protection Officer (DPO) and Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO)Provide Input and support to business tenders and sales / client activity, covering matters specifically on corporate risk, accreditations and governanceBe a key team member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) contributing to all company matters, and manage a team of risk, data governance and compliance subject matter experts to deliver the companys risk agendaRequirementsEssentialEducationEducated to postgraduate degree level or equivalent experienceRegulatory systems knowledge and experience including ISO9001, ISO27001, ISO13485, ISO14001Auditing (lead assessor level)Proficient at using Microsoft packages and industry standards tools ExperienceA proven track record of governance, principles of business conduct and risk management.An expert strategic planner and evaluator, capability of implementing robust systems of internal & external control via confident communication and reporting.An experienced and driven senior executive who has contributed to the development of, and delivered on, cross organisational strategic objectives via collaborative consultation with internal and external stakeholders.Knowledge and SkillsKnowledge of NHS and healthcare systemsVery detailed forensic level data analysis and interpretationProcess and people focussed with ability to facilitate workshops Ability to influence staff and stakeholders at all levelsAssertive, with presence with a high degree of tenacity and integrityExemplary communication skills - both verbally and written.Solution focused, with the ability to resolve complex problems and coach others to find solutions.DesirableEducationHigher level qualifications desirable EFQM assessor or assessment experienceExperienceKnowledge and application of DFOCVC, DTAC, DSPTKnowledge and experience of corporate social responsibility, environmental standards, social and sustainability systemsKnowledge and SkillsKnowledge of regulatory processes including CQC and MHRASalaryThis role will go up to 100k per annum depending on experience and skills. Our Commitment to youWe are committed to building a diverse team of HBSUK who are smart, nice, and get things done where everyone at HBSUK is empowered to bring their authentic self to their work. We are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all HBSUK employee's belong and thrive. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.If this opportunity is something which appeals to you, get in touch today, so we can ensure you have the best experience throughout your search.