Risk Practitioner in Worthing inWorthing PUBLISHED FRI 6 JUN 2025 Jump to job information section

We are seeking to appoint a Risk Practitioner as part of the Corporate Governance Team to support our Clinical Divisions and Corporate Services in proactively identifying, assessing, mitigating, monitoring and managing risks.

The role of Risk Practitioner is a pivotal role within the Trust and reports directly to the Associate Director of Corporate Governance. The post holder acts as an adviser to the Trust on all aspects of risk management. The role involves day-to-day contact with clinical and operational services and Board level managers, as well as external advisers and regulatory bodies.

Act as the Trust's expert on risk management, advising on effective management of Risk Registers and fostering a risk-aware culture.

Ensure systems and processes are fit for purpose, well-implemented, and positively drive clinical care quality.

Analyse and review risk entries for robustness and support Divisions in developing risk register reports for compliance, performance, and assurance.

Use risk intelligence to guide business continuity and disaster recovery planning.

Promote continuous horizon scanning for emerging risks and opportunities, embedding risk management in quality improvement and patient safety.

Design and implement the Annual Risk Management Improvement Plan, refining processes through best practices.

Provide high-quality advice, training, and support to all levels of staff on risk identification and management. Deliver analytical reports and risk registers for the Board and committees, driving informed decision-making and organisational resilience.

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Risk Management Framework, Processes, and Systems

• Corporate Risk Register: Oversee and implement the Trusts Corporate Risk Register and risk escalation framework.
• System Fitness: Ensure systems/processes for risk identification, assessment, and mitigation are effective, and recommend improvements as needed.
• Continuous Improvement: Regularly review and refine risk management processes, incorporating best practices and national standards.
• Communication: Maintain effective communication channels for risk management and share timely updates, including content for the Trusts intranet.
• Reporting: Generate periodic risk management reports for the Board, Committees, and other stakeholders. Address findings from internal audits.
• Guidance and Feedback: Provide support to divisions in recording and analysing risks, maintaining risk registers, and ensuring appropriate escalations.
• Data Analysis: Analyse risk data to identify trends, themes, and connections with other indicators.
• Governance Integration: Collaborate with the Clinical Governance Team to manage clinical risks effectively.
• Escalation: Align risks with the Trusts Risk Management Framework, escalating appropriately to the Corporate Risk Register.
• Strategic Reporting: Develop reports, including Divisional and Governance reports, to inform risk mitigation and decision-making.

Risk Management Support and Training

• Training Program: Develop and deliver a comprehensive risk management training program to build competence and a positive risk culture.
• Expert Advice: Guide Board members on risk appetite and tolerance and advise staff on risk management processes and tools.
• Risk Entry Quality: Support Divisions in assessing complex risks, scoring entries, and maintaining accurate risk registers.
• Knowledge Sharing: Cascade lessons learned to improve risk management practices Trust-wide.

Communication and Relationships

• Engagement: Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, using effective communication to simplify complex risk terms and promote understanding.
• Collaboration: Work with senior leaders and external bodies (e.g., CQC, ICS) to manage significant risks and maintain compliance.
• Negotiation and Persuasion: Employ negotiation skills to achieve cooperative outcomes and meet deadlines.
• Technical Proficiency: Utilise advanced tools (e.g., Ulysses) for risk management and reporting.

Financial and Physical Resources

• Software Management: Lead procurement and development of risk management software.
• Budget Responsibility: Manage departmental budgets, approve expenditures, and ensure value for money in operations.

Information Management

• Data Security: Maintain confidentiality and adhere to Information Governance policies.
• Database Development: Support creation and maintenance of databases for reporting and monitoring.
• Analysis and Reporting: Conduct timely analyses of risk data to inform decision-making.

Planning and Organisation

• Meetings Coordination: Organise and facilitate multidisciplinary meetings.
• Task Management: Act as the main point of contact for risk management tasks and reporting.

Policy and Service Development

• Policy Enhancement: Develop and propose changes to the Risk Management Framework and improvement strategies.
• Guideline Development: Create guidelines for staff to independently generate risk reports.
• Strategic Contribution: Participate in the strategic planning and development of governance frameworks and improvement initiatives.

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

• Stakeholder Relationships: Build and maintain constructive relationships with internal and external parties.
• Working Groups: Represent the Trust in projects and initiatives, providing analytical advice on risks and dependencies.