Wakefield Council is looking for a Strategic Risk Manager. It’s a permanent, full-time post based in Wakefield, with hybrid working, paying £61,941 a year. Applications close on Sunday 6 December 2026.
About the role
Leads Wakefield Council's Risk and Insurance Service and manages the Insurance Manager. Works across the Council with service managers, owns the Strategic Risk Register and presents risk data to committees.
About Wakefield Council
Wakefield Council is the metropolitan district council for the Wakefield district in West Yorkshire, covering the city of Wakefield and towns including Castleford, Pontefract, Normanton, Ossett, Featherstone, Knottingley and Hemsworth. It runs all local council services, including schools, social care, highways and planning.
What they’re looking for
- ACII, CIRM or accountancy/audit qualification, or PRINCE2
- Experience of risk management
- Direct experience of managing staff
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Competent in Microsoft Office
- Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
What’s on offer
- Generous holiday, option to buy 10 days
- Hybrid working (subject to role suitability)
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Shared cost AVC scheme
- Discounted public transport
- Leisure discounts and free 12-week exercise programme
How to apply
You apply directly with Wakefield Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 6 December 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Wakefield Council’s website.
