Risk Innovation Specialist
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape how risk works in practice at YBSjoining at a pivotal point in our enterprise risk transformation, supported by a newly implemented ServiceNow platform.
At the heart of enterprise risk transformation, in this role you’ll translate strategy into tangible, business-wide improvements and delivery such as improving how risks are identified, managed and reported, strengthening control standards and using data to make better decisions at all levels of the company. This is an opportunity to take real ownership, influence across the organisation, and help embed a more data-led, efficient and consistent approach to risk management.
About the role
As a Risk Innovation Specialist, you’ll lead and support initiatives that strengthen risk management across the organisation, helping translate strategy into practical, effective outcomes. In addition you will:
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Drive innovation leading initiatives that improve frameworks, controls, and how risk is managed in practice
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Enhance the platform working with internal and external partners to evolve ServiceNow to improve insight, usability, and data quality
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Embed change working with business areas to make risk processes more consistent, practical, and effective
Please Note: The team are currently working flexibly. Most of the team are working from home and coming into the Leeds office when needed for team meetings however, the office is always open if you would like to come in more often.
About You
We are looking for a collaborative and analytical professional with a passion for driving meaningful change in risk management. To succeed in this role you will have:
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Experience working with enterprise risk frameworks, risk change initiatives, and data-led reporting (ServiceNow is desirable not essential)
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Ability to influencing internal & external stakeholders and leading cross-functional workstreams.
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Great analytical skills with the ability to translate strategy into practical delivery outcomes
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
About us
At YBS we don’t have shareholders, we have members. We care about people and that includes you. So here, you’ll be respected for who you are, you’ll be able to bring your whole self to work, and you’ll have everything you need to build a long and rewarding career.
Flexibility. We offer a range of flexible working options without unsocial hours, which can help you find a healthy work-life balance. Whether it’s finishing early for an appointment or fitting your studies and hobbies in around your working hours, we can help make it work for you. We’re happy to talk flexible working and you can reach out to us anytime to discuss this during the recruitment process.
Development. We want you to feel challenged here. Whatever your ambitions, we’re committed to helping you develop your skills and move ahead in your career journey. From day one, we’ll set you up for success with a brilliant induction and full training plan, all designed to get you up to speed quickly.
Inclusivity. We’re passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome and able to be themselves. If you’ll go the extra mile to help our members, you’ll fit right in and feel you belong here.
About our Benefits
We offer lots of fantastic rewards that you can make the most of in and out of work, including:
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Holiday. You’ll get 25 days plus Bank Holidays, as well as the option to buy up to a further 5 days.
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Bonus. At YBS we work collaboratively and share in our success together, so when we reach our goals were all rewarded with an on target bonus of 7% of eligible pay (with the opportunity to earn up to a maximum 15%).
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Pension. We know how important it is to save towards the future, that’s why we’ll contribute up 11% into your YBS pension.
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Healthcare. Health and wellbeing are an important part of life at YBS, when you join us you’ll have access to a range of health benefits to suit your life including private medical insurance, dental and healthcare plans.
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My Benefits. When you join YBS you’ll have access to our self-service benefits portal, where you can access a range of retail, hospitality and health discounts.
Ready to apply?
If you’re excited about this role and want to be part of the YBS team, click apply now to send us your application.
Want more information?
If you have any questions about this role, please contact [email protected]
