Insurance and Risk Officer

We are seeking a proactive and solutionfocused Risk and Insurance Officer to support the Council in managing risks, safeguarding public funds and protecting our people, assets and reputation. This is a varied and influential role, working with services across the organisation to coordinate insurance arrangements, manage claims, and support effective risk management and governance practice. You will provide clear, professional advice to officers and work closely with insurers, brokers and other external partners.

About the role: You will: Manage the Council's insurance arrangements and claims processes, support the development and maintenance of corporate and service risk registers, provide practical advice on risk mitigation, controls and insurance cover, contribute to governance, assurance and audit requirements.

About you: You will have demonstrable experience in insurance, risk management, governance or a related discipline, with the confidence to communicate complex issues clearly to nonspecialists. You will be organised, detailfocused and able to manage competing priorities, while demonstrating integrity, professionalism and a collaborative approach.

• 36.25 hrs per week with a starting annual salary of £37,280 (pay award pending)

• Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working, this job requires working from council locations in Coalville a minimum of 1 day per week

• 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years (full time equivalent)

• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 22% employer's contribution

• Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses

• Continued training and development opportunities

Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Anna Crouch (Head of Finance) at [email protected] or 01530 454492, who will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role.

You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers

Applications must be made using the on-line application process.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

This is an exciting time of change at NWLDC as we progress devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR). To learn more about what this means, visit: Devolution - North West Leicestershire District Council and email [email protected] if you have any questions.

Closing Date: Sunday 26 July 2026