Service Justice System and Policing Governance Risk and Assurance Lead
The post holder will lead the development and operation of a Directorate-wide risk and assurance function across Conduct, Justice and Legislation within the Ministry of Defence. They will establish and maintain a single view of strategic and delivery risk, design proportionate assurance arrangements, strengthen controls, and provide evidence-based reporting to senior leaders. Working alongside programme and sponsorship teams, the role ensures risks, issues, dependencies, and recommendations are visible and actively managed through proper governance routes. The individual will also help build risk and assurance capability across the Directorate by coaching colleagues and embedding consistent standards.
What they're looking for
- Significant experience in risk, assurance, governance, controls, PMO or portfolio management
- Experience developing and operating risk management frameworks and senior reporting
- Strong understanding of internal controls, delivery governance and audit trails
- Excellent communication skills to turn complex information into actionable advice
- Ability to work at pace and manage ambiguity in high-profile environments
Nationality requirements
This job is broadly open to UK nationals, Republic of Ireland, Commonwealth citizens, EU/EEA/Swiss nationals with settled status, and Turkish nationals.
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