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Risk, Assurance and Compliance Officer

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
    People, HR & Administration
  • Exeter

AI generated summary

  • You should be an experienced administrator with strong analytical skills, able to manage risk and compliance processes, organize meetings, and produce detailed reports and minutes effectively.
  • You will coordinate risk, assurance, and compliance functions, manage meetings and agendas, prepare reports, and analyze complex data.

Requirements

  • We are looking for an experienced administrator who is friendly, enthusiastic and motivated to join us.
  • The post holder will work across both the risk management, assurance and compliance functions and therefore will be expected to plan and organise a significant number of processes to ensure the Trust manages its responsibilities effectively.
  • This will require daily allocation and re-allocation of work following prioritisation to meet legislative, regulatory, organisational, and external requirements.
  • Be responsible for the coordination of various meetings, leading the administration for these meetings including taking high level, accurate and comprehensive minutes, agreeing agendas with the Chair, preparing papers, and taking responsibility for maintaining the Action Point Registers ensuring actions are progressed by members of staff in a timely manner.
  • Develop and lead the preparation of compliance and risk management reports/ briefings for internal and external meetings, presenting these in person if required.
  • The post holder will be required to have strong analytical skills.
  • On a regular basis, they will be reviewing and interrogating a range of qualitative and quantitative data, some of which will be complex and made up of several components.
  • If you embody our values of one team, compassionate and innovative and are looking to make a real difference to peoples’ lives, then we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the administrative arrangements to ensure the efficient running of the Risk, Assurance and Compliance functions.
  • Working with Managers to support the use of compliance, assurance, and risk management processes throughout the Trust.
  • The post holder will work across both the risk management, assurance and compliance functions and therefore will be expected to plan and organise a significant number of processes to ensure the Trust manages its responsibilities effectively.
  • This will require daily allocation and re-allocation of work following prioritisation to meet legislative, regulatory, organisational, and external requirements.
  • Be responsible for the coordination of various meetings, leading the administration for these meetings including taking high level, accurate and comprehensive minutes, agreeing agendas with the Chair, preparing papers, and taking responsibility for maintaining the Action Point Registers ensuring actions are progressed by members of staff in a timely manner.
  • Develop and lead the preparation of compliance and risk management reports/ briefings for internal and external meetings, presenting these in person if required.
  • The post holder will be required to have strong analytical skills.
  • On a regular basis, they will be reviewing and interrogating a range of qualitative and quantitative data, some of which will be complex and made up of several components.

FAQs

What is the main purpose of the Risk, Assurance and Compliance Officer position?

The main purpose of the Risk, Assurance and Compliance Officer position is to coordinate and support effective risk and compliance practices across the Trust, ensuring efficient administration and management of related processes.

Where is the position based?

The position is based in Exeter, one of the most vibrant, attractive, and historically interesting cities in England.

What qualifications or experience are required for this role?

The role requires an experienced administrator with strong analytical skills, as well as the ability to handle complex qualitative and quantitative data.

What are the working hours for this position?

The standard working week for this position is 37.5 hours.

What are the holiday entitlements for this role?

The holiday entitlements for this role are 27 days per year, plus general and public holidays, which increases to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years.

Is there an opportunity for professional development in this role?

Yes, there are opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression across the Trust.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include a competitive NHS salary, pay enhancements for out-of-hours work, a generous pension scheme, a car leasing scheme, free parking, and a wide range of discounts from various organizations across the UK.

Who can I contact for further information about the role?

You can contact Holly Spicer, Compliance Manager, at holly.spicer@swast.nhs.uk for further information about the role.

What qualities does the Trust value in its employees?

The Trust values qualities such as teamwork, compassion, and innovation in its employees.

Will the role involve presenting reports and briefings?

Yes, the post holder will be responsible for developing and leading the preparation of compliance and risk management reports/briefings and may be required to present these in person.

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust provides ambulance & urgent care services for the South West.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2013
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust offers emergency and urgent care services across the South West of England. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, responsive care in emergencies and urgent situations, prioritizing patient safety and effectiveness. They also aims to improve health outcomes through timely, compassionate service and continuous innovation in pre-hospital care.