Enterprise Risk Senior Manager Home Based

Enterprise Risk Senior Manager – Halifax

Senior Enterprise Risk Manager

Hybrid – a mix of home working and time in our Halifax office

The Risk team works in partnership across Covéa to support informed decision‑making and positive outcomes. We bring diverse perspectives, curiosity, and practical insight to help embed risk as a performance enabler. As the function continues to evolve, we are focused on strengthening risk culture, enhancing the quality of risk data and MI, and continuously improving how risk supports strategic decision‑making. Our inclusive, collaborative culture encourages professional challenge, shared learning, and the development of risk capability across the business.

• You’ll play a key role in Providing Line 2 oversight and challenge across enterprise risks, including operational, financial crime, insurance, legislative and regulatory risks (excluding technology and cyber).
• You’ll work closely with business leaders, helping to support risk‑informed decision making
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• You’ll contribute to delivering clear, authoritative and outcome‑focused risk opinions into relevant governance and decision‑making forums, acting as a trusted advisor on risk strategy and appropriate responses.
• You’ll lead initiatives to strengthen risk culture and capability as part of a wider business transformation programme, embedding more forward‑looking, insight‑led risk practices across the organisation.
• You’ll be supported by experienced colleagues who want you to succeed.

• Experience in enterprise risk within Financial Services (General Insurance would be a bonus), or a strong interest in building your expertise in this space.
• Skills in Risk, with the ability to break down complex issues and explain them clearly— and a curiosity to keep learning and developing.
• Experience leading and influencing at senior level, with a focus on coaching, capability uplift and setting expectations for high quality technical judgement.
• An organised, thoughtful way of working.
• A focus on making a real impact—using risk insight to support better decisions and deliver positive outcomes for customers and colleagues.

• Hybrid working.
• Flexible hours and working patterns.
• A genuine approach to work‑life balance.
• Reward that reflects your contribution – annual pay review plus performance‑related bonus.
• Time to switch off and recharge – 25–27 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell annual leave.
• Investing in your future – a generous pension with 7.5% employer contribution as standard, which can be matched up to 12% with your input.
• Grow with us – access to training, professional qualifications and apprenticeships to support your development at every stage of your career.
• A culture where you belong – employee‑led communities, inclusive networks and meaningful DEI action.
• Your wellbeing matters – private medical cover, 24/7 Virtual GP, health checks and ongoing wellbeing initiatives.
• Support beyond work – mental and financial wellbeing support through our dedicated Wellbeing group.
• Everyday perks that add up – electric car scheme, gym discounts, Cycle to Work and retail savings via Perkpal.

Salary:
Depending on experience.

Working hours:

36.25 hours per week.

Applicants must currently reside in the UK and have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.