Finance Business Partner (Risk And Insurance)

Finance Business Partner (Risk & Insurance)
Location: Bristol
Contract: Temporary (12 month initial)
Rate: £400 - £450 per day umbrella
Start date: ASAP
Hybrid Working - Mainly Remote

Job Description

Service Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority for a Finance Business Partner to join the team on a temporary basis. This pivotal role involves leading by example to deliver comprehensive financial business partnering services, with a focus on Children's Social Care. The successful candidate will provide strategic financial advice, ensure robust financial management, and contribute to transformative initiatives that support the Council's objectives. This is a unique opportunity to influence decision-making at a senior level and drive financial excellence within a dynamic public sector environment.

Main responsibilities

1. Oversee the Council's insurance programme and risk self-retention strategy to protect its assets and liabilities.
2. Develop, implement, and monitor the Council's Risk Management Strategy, supporting senior leadership in identifying and mitigating risks.
3. Act as the primary consultant on risk management, insurance, and liability issues for members, directors, and senior managers.
4. Oversee insurance-related contracts, claims handling services, and financial planning to ensure cost-effective risk management.
5. Manage staff within Insurance Services, ensuring performance targets, service levels, and resource allocation align with strategic objectives.

Candidate Requirements

1. Strong knowledge of risk management and insurance principles, specifically within the public sector, ideally in a local authority setting.
2. Experience in managing legal liability claims against local authorities, including knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and the litigation process.
3. In-depth understanding of how insurance applies to local government, including policy structures, financial planning, and contract management.
4. Proven experience in managing and directing staff within an insurance or risk management function, ensuring effective service delivery.
5. Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute (ACII) or equivalent qualification, demonstrating advanced expertise in insurance and risk management.