Forseven, a revolutionary company looking to transform the EV industry through cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering practices, is seeking an exceptional Enterprise Risk Manager to join our highly skilled and dynamic Legal & Corporate Affairs function.
Reporting into the Head of Compliance you will play a crucial role in identifying, analysing, and mitigating risks across the business.
You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement risk management strategies that protect the business as it scales, while supporting the company's growth objectives.
The role will focus on operational, financial, regulatory, and strategic risks, ensuring the company is well-prepared to meet challenges and capitalise on opportunities in the competitive automotive industry As part of the offering this role will be based in Leamington/ Bicester however flexibility will be required to attend to other offices in and when required.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field.
Requirements What you will do: • Risk Identification & Assessment: Continuously identify and assess potential risks that could impact the business, including operational, financial, compliance, and reputational risks.
• Risk Mitigation Strategy: Develop and implement risk mitigation plans and strategies to reduce risk exposure, including corporate policies, insurance strategies, business continuity planning, and risk transfer solutions.
• Regulatory Compliance: Support the Head of Compliance to ensure that the company adheres to all relevant regulations and standards, including environmental, safety and data privacy regulations.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal functions (e.g.
Manufacturing, Finance, Engineering) to embed risk management practices in decision-making processes and operational workflows.
• Support Business Audit Requirements : Advise and support audits of policy and compliance to standards, liaising with internal and external auditors as required. • Crisis Management: Support the response to significant risk events and crises, ensuring effective mitigation actions are taken and minimising disruption to the business.
• Risk Reporting: Provide regular risk reports and updates to the company's executive committee, audit & risk committee and the board, including detailed risk assessments and recommendations for improvements.
• Risk Culture Development: Foster a proactive risk-aware culture across the business by providing training and guidance to employees on risk management best practices.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date on industry trends and emerging risks and adjust risk strategies accordingly to keep pace with business growth and market developments.
What you will have: • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.
A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CRM, FRM, ARM) is desirable.
• Ideally 5+ years of experience in risk management, ideally within a scale-up, technology or automotive environment.
• In-depth understanding of risk management frameworks, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience with regulatory compliance and governance frameworks in the automotive or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to senior management and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence teams to adopt a risk-aware mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on agility and adaptability.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
Commitment to upholding the company's values and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Benefits About us and our culture… At Forseven, we are more than just a team of professionals; we are dynamic innovators, visionary collaborators and trailblazers who believe in making a difference.
Our passion lies in revolutionising the electric vehicle industry through our cutting-edge advancements and sustainable solutions that aim to transform the way transportation is perceived.
Currently operating under stealth mode, our focus is entirely directed towards achieving excellence as pioneers in creating sustainable mobility solutions which will help shape the future of transportation.
We're looking for enlightened individuals who possess an unwavering passion, relentless drive, and insatiable curiosity to question conventional norms and push beyond perceived limitations.