Risk, Internal Controls and Audit Lead responsible for compliance with internal control standards and risk management in Bupa Health Clinics. Leading assessments, frameworks, and education programs for effective governance.
Responsibilities
Leading the Internal Controls and Risk Management Assessment (ICRMA) process, ensuring consistent evaluation and adherence to Bupa’s standards.
Developing, maintaining, and continuously improving a comprehensive internal controls and risk management framework.
Serving as SME for risk management, overseeing risk identification, escalation, mitigation, and reporting.
Ensuring effective operation of the Bupa Health Clinics Risk Committee, including quarterly returns to the UK Risk team.
Proactively identifying areas of risk or control weakness, producing clear reports and recommendations.
Overseeing the implementation of corrective action plans to strengthen the control environment and addressing any gaps in compliance.
Overseeing risk management education programmes and provide evidence-based advice to stakeholders.
Line managing the Professional Standards and Risk Manager as well as the Quality, Governance and Audit Co-ordinator, providing clear direction, support, and performance management to ensure a high-performing governance and audit team.
Requirements
Educated to degree level or equivalent.
Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks and risk management principles, with hands-on experience conducting risk assessments or internal control reviews.
Demonstrable experience in coordinating or leading internal and/or external audits – including planning, evidence collection, stakeholder engagement, and managing follow-up actions.
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, capable of interpreting complex data and regulatory requirements.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels (from clinic teams to executive leadership).
Leadership experience, such as managing a team or leading cross-functional projects, with a track record of developing others and building collaborative working relationships.
Experience working with internal audit teams or as an auditor – desirable
Familiarity with clinical and operational risks in healthcare - desirable
Benefits
Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind
An enhanced pension plan and life insurance
Annual Health Services Bonus Scheme
Support with travel costs via a season ticket loan or cycle2work
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