Business Governance and Risk Advisor

Co-op; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Manchester is seeking a Business Governance and Risk Advisor to support governance and risk activities. You'll manage compliance, create reports for senior leaders, and ensure robust decision-making frameworks are in place. Ideal candidates should have experience in governance roles and strong problem-solving skills. This full-time position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and substantial benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonus based on performance

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension with employer contributions

30% discount on Co-op products

Early access to pay

Virtual healthcare support

Training and career development support

Qualifications

• Experience in governance-related roles is essential.
• Knowledge of how to assess and manage risks is required.
• Ability to create reports and presentations is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Help deliver governance and compliance activities.
• Create reports for senior leadership.
• Provide trusted advice on governance topics.
• Support governance sessions and identify risks.

Skills

Experience in a secretariat and/or governance role

Understanding of risk management

Knowledge of governance and compliance best practices

Detail-focused approach

Strong problem-solving skills

Good presentation skills

Job description

Co-op in Manchester, England, United Kingdom – 4 days ago, be among the first 25 applicants. This range is provided by Co-op. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience – talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Business Governance and Risk Advisor
£40,000 to £50,000 plus great benefits (Work Level 6A)
Location: Manchester/Scunthorpe (hybrid working – typically two to three days per week spent across our Manchester and Scunthorpe offices, with at least one day each week based in Scunthorpe)

Co-op Wholesale is growing, and we're looking for people who want to help shape what comes next. As a Business Governance and Risk Advisor in our Business Management, Governance and Risk team, you'll support the delivery of business management, governance, and risk activities. You'll make sure we're managing risk in the right way, staying compliant, and putting strong controls in place to support good decision‑making. You'll also play a big part in how we show up to senior audiences; creating reports and presentations that help our leadership team tell the right story.

Why this role matters

We're building something big at Co-op Wholesale. With a refreshed structure and exciting plans ahead, we're creating new opportunities to strengthen our proposition for our independent retailers, key accounts, and a growing corporate client base. To do so, we need to keep a close eye on potential risks and governance requirements. That's where you come in. This is your chance to bring new ideas to life and make a real impact. Be part of it.

What you'll do

• Help deliver key governance, risk, and compliance activity across Co-op Wholesale
• Put the right frameworks and controls in place to manage risk and support good decision‑making
• Create clear, engaging reports and presentations for senior leaders
• Offer trusted advice to colleagues on governance and risk‑related topics
• Support the smooth running of governance sessions and help surface potential risks

What you'll bring

• Experience in a secretariat and/or governance‑related role(s)
• A good understanding of how to identify, assess, and manage risk
• Knowledge of governance, compliance, and business management best practice
• A detail‑focused approach and the confidence to ask the right questions to get to the heart of an issue
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to interpret data to spot trends
• Good presentation and report‑building skills

Why Co‑op?

At Co‑op, we’re owned by our members. And because we’re owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a movement. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, and you’ll also receive:

• An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
• 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
• A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• 30% discount on Co‑op products and 10% off other brands
• Stream – early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice
• Training and support for your development and career progression

A place you’ll belong

We’re building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone, and our support centre is an inclusive environment where all our colleagues can thrive. If you have a disability, we’ll make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process. We’re also proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme – if you’re disabled and you meet the minimum criteria for this job, we’ll guarantee you an interview.

Application process

Learn more about our recruitment process at https://jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process. Explore our commitments to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing at https://jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-wellbeing. As part of your application, you’ll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes up to 50 minutes. If you’re a current Co‑op colleague, this does not need to be completed.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

General Business

Industries

Professional Services

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