Group Head of Risk

• Based at Manchester Airport 
• Permanent role
• Flexible/Hybrid working for a better work/life balance
• We are proud to be a diverse employer, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds

At MAG we provide the airport facilities and travel services that people need to connect with the world. As the largest UK owned airport operator, we serve over 60 million passengers a year from Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands Airports. With over 270 destinations across the globe, our businesses not only bring people together but also support the prosperity of the regions in which we operate. At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:

• Bonus scheme
• 11% company contribution pension
• Car allowance
• Private medical scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Free parking & subsidised public transport
• Huge range of company discounts

The Role

You will be responsible for further maturing and embedding MAG’s Group-wide Enterprise Risk Management Framework. You’ll ensure that the framework and associated processes clearly link to MAG’s strategic aims and complex legal and regulatory requirements.

You’ll have overall responsibility for ensuring that MAG’s Audit Committee, ExCo, local Airport Boards (Manchester, East Midlands & London Stansted) and the CAVU Leadership Team have a clear, accurate and current view of the risk profile of the organisation and associated mitigation strategies. You’ll be responsible for developing a fit for purpose Risk Strategy, encompassing the future vision for ERM at MAG, taking into account the overall strategic direction of the Group and the move towards becoming a data-driven organisation. You’ll lead the team and the business towards the use of data to enhance risk register quality, scoring and reporting.

You’ll also use your extensive knowledge and experience to ensure that MAG remains at the forefront of innovation and quality when it comes to the implementation of ERM, working as a trusted and valued strategic partner for senior officers throughout the organisation. Your 2nd Line Group Risk team will provide first-class, value-added insight and guidance on all matters relating to risk management and internal control.

What will make you successful in this role?

You’ll be a qualified Risk professional (IRM), Internal Audit practitioner (CIIA), or accountant (ACA, ACCA) with a minimum 6 years’ PQE and previous experience of leading a team as a Head of Risk.

You’ll also have a proven track record of developing and delivering ERM Frameworks for complex organisations and a sound technical knowledge of risk management and its application in commercial and operational environments, as well as a sound knowledge and experience of the use of data analytics in effective risk management and mitigation.

You’ll be an effective communicator and influencer with the ability to produce high quality, insightful reports and presentations.  Experience of selection and implementation of Risk / GRC systems will also be a significant advantage.

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

At MAG we believe in the importance of diversity & inclusion for all. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of our society. As such we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We’re also committed to well-being with a focus on mental health and supporting colleagues from underrepresented groups through our Colleague Resource Groups.

As a Disability Confident employer we are committed to creating an environment where candidates and employees can perform at their optimum. Please let us know if we can provide you with any reasonable adjustments to aid your application or interview process.

You can contact the team by emailing HR.Recruitment@MAGAirports.com

Our Colleague Resource Groups include: Women’s Network, Embrace - Race & Ethnicity Group, Fly With Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mental Health, Parent & Carers, Disabilities including neurodiversity