Interim Risk Manager

Interim Risk Manager (6‑Month Contract) | Local Authority 2 Days/Week Onsite | London Are you an experienced Risk Manager ready to step into a high-impact role shaping strategy and strengthening governance? We're supporting a Local Authority to appoint an interim Risk Manager on a minimum 6‑month assignment. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence senior leadership, drive enterprise risk strategy, and embed best practice across a complex organisation. The Role You'll lead and develop the organisation's risk management strategy, working closely with senior leaders to ensure risks are proactively identified, assessed, and managed. Key responsibilities include: Driving and embedding an enterprise risk management framework (ERM) Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and leadership teams Leading risk identification, analysis, mitigation, and reporting Supporting governance through collaboration with internal audit, finance, and compliance teams Horizon scanning to anticipate emerging risks across political, regulatory, and economic landscapes Championing continuous improvement and service transformation About You We're looking for someone who brings: Strong experience in strategic risk management (ideally public sector / local government) Expertise in governance, audit, and financial/regulatory frameworks Proven ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders and decision-makers Experience leading risk frameworks, transformation, or organisational change A proactive, advisory mindset with excellent communication skills Relevant qualifications (e.g. IRM) or equivalent experience What's on Offer Minimum 6-month contract Hybrid working (2 days per week onsite) Opportunity to make a real strategic impact quickly Senior-level exposure across leadership and governance functions