Job summary
To lead and coordinate the organisation’s operational risk management, compliance and assurance processes, ensuring risks are identified, managed and reported effectively and that the organisation meets relevant regulatory, contractual and statutory requirements.
The role provides practical oversight and operational management of risk and compliance systems, supporting leaders across the organisation to maintain safe, accountable and well-governed services.
The postholder will work closely with the Assistant Director of Governance, Risk and Assurance to strengthen organisational oversight and support effective Board and executive assurance.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties
Compliance & Regulatory Compliance
Support the organisation to maintain compliance with relevant statutory, regulatory and contractual requirements.
Monitor compliance against key regulatory standards and contractual obligations.
Support preparation for external inspections, audits and reviews where required.
Assist with the coordination of organisational responses to regulatory enquiries or compliance requirements.
Ensure compliance frameworks are embedded within operational processes and service delivery.
Monitor changes in the regulatory or policy environment and advise relevant teams of potential implications
Incident, Data and Assurance Systems
Support the effective operation of organisational systems relating to incidents, data breaches/ concerns, complaints and subject access requests.
Monitor incident trends and themes, identifying opportunities for learning and improvement.
Ensure appropriate processes are in place for recording, investigating and responding to incidents and complaints.
Work with operational leaders to ensure learning from incidents is embedded within service delivery.
Provide compliance reporting on safeguarding, incidents and compliance activity
Ensure clear data retention and deletion schedules are in place and followed, in line with information governance, data protection requirements and organisational policy
Policy and Governance Support
Support the maintenance and review of the organisational policy framework.
Ensure policies remain current, accessible and aligned with regulatory requirements.
Ensure policy templates, governance documentation and supporting materials remain consistent, accessible and reflective of Northpoint’s organisational tone, values and communication standards
Coordinate policy review cycles and ensure appropriate governance oversight.
Support organisational governance structures by preparing risk and compliance reports for relevant governance forums
Risk Management
Support the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of Northpoint’s organisational risk management framework.
Maintain the corporate risk register, ensuring risks are accurately recorded, assessed and monitored.
Support teams to identify, assess and manage operational, clinical and organisational risks.
Ensure clear escalation processes for significant risks to senior leadership and governance forums.
Provide guidance and training to managers and teams on risk identification, risk assessment and mitigation planning.
Monitor emerging risks across the organisation and support the development of mitigation strategies.
Support the production of risk reports and analysis for senior leadership, governance groups and Board committees.
About us
Northpoint is an established regional provider of children’s, young people’s and adults’ mental health services. Our vision is a world that supports good mental health for all. Our purpose is to deliver effective mental health support and improve the mental health system in Yorkshire and surrounding areas.
As Northpoint continues to grow in scale and complexity, maintaining strong risk management, regulatory compliance and organisational assurance is essential to ensure safe, effective and well-governed services.
The Risk and Compliance Manager plays a key role in supporting the organisation to manage risk proactively, maintain compliance with regulatory and statutory obligations, and ensure that robust systems are in place to identify, monitor and mitigate organisational risks.
Working closely with operational, clinical and corporate teams, the role supports the development of a strong risk-aware culture and ensures governance and compliance processes operate effectively across the organisation.
You’ll be joining Northpoint at a pivotal time, as we prepare to launch a new strategy that will guide our growth, strengthen our impact and shape the future of our services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Do you want to be part of the change we’re bringing to mental health support?
Are you an experienced risk or compliance professional who enjoys bringing clarity, structure and confidence to complex environments? This is an exciting opportunity to join Northpoint as our Risk and Compliance Manager, playing a key role in supporting safe, compliant and wellgoverned services across the organisation.
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Governance, Risk and Assurance, the Risk and Compliance Manager will work closely with operational, clinical and corporate teams to embed effective risk management and compliance processes that genuinely support good outcomes.
Why us
Northpoint is an established regional provider of mental health services for children, young people and adults across Yorkshire and surrounding areas. Our vision is a world that supports good mental health for all, guided by our values of professionalism, responsiveness, collaboration and transparency.
You’ll be joining Northpoint at a pivotal time, as we prepare to launch a new strategy that will guide our growth, strengthen our impact and shape the future of our services.
As we grow in scale and complexity, the Risk and Compliance Manager plays a vital role in maintaining trust, quality and accountability.
We offer:
- 35 hours per week (parttime considered, 28 hours+)
- £48,340 – £55,600 (based on 35 hours)
- 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays, pro rata)
- Up to three discretionary Christmas leave days
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme
- Flexible working where possible
- Regular supervision and CPD opportunities
- A warm, values-driven environment built on trust, inclusion and collaboration
What you will be doing as our Risk and Compliance Manager
You will lead and coordinate the organisation’s operational risk management, compliance and assurance activity, ensuring risks are identified, managed and reported effectively.
This includes:
- Supporting regulatory compliance and external assurance activity
- Managing organisational systems for incidents, complaints, data breaches and learning
- Maintaining and developing the corporate risk register and risk management framework
- Supporting policy governance and review processes
- Producing clear assurance and risk reports for senior leaders and governance forums
What are we looking for in our ideal Risk and Compliance Manager?
You’ll bring experience of risk, compliance or governance within a regulated environment, along with strong analytical skills, sound judgement and the confidence to provide professional challenge when needed.
Experience in health, mental health, social care or the VCSE sector is desirable but not essential.
Key dates
- Closing date: 26th April 2026
- Interviews: 5th May 2026
We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in, so we encourage early applications. If there’s strong interest, we may close the advert earlier than planned.
Interested?
Please click Apply to be considered for our Risk and Compliance Manager role.
Northpoint is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Flexible working and job share opportunities are available where possible.
We aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working and job share opportunities for both full and part-time staff.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Do you want to be part of the change we’re bringing to mental health support?
Are you an experienced risk or compliance professional who enjoys bringing clarity, structure and confidence to complex environments? This is an exciting opportunity to join Northpoint as our Risk and Compliance Manager, playing a key role in supporting safe, compliant and wellgoverned services across the organisation.
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Governance, Risk and Assurance, the Risk and Compliance Manager will work closely with operational, clinical and corporate teams to embed effective risk management and compliance processes that genuinely support good outcomes.
Why us
Northpoint is an established regional provider of mental health services for children, young people and adults across Yorkshire and surrounding areas. Our vision is a world that supports good mental health for all, guided by our values of professionalism, responsiveness, collaboration and transparency.
You’ll be joining Northpoint at a pivotal time, as we prepare to launch a new strategy that will guide our growth, strengthen our impact and shape the future of our services.
As we grow in scale and complexity, the Risk and Compliance Manager plays a vital role in maintaining trust, quality and accountability.
We offer:
- 35 hours per week (parttime considered, 28 hours+)
- £48,340 – £55,600 (based on 35 hours)
- 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays, pro rata)
- Up to three discretionary Christmas leave days
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme
- Flexible working where possible
- Regular supervision and CPD opportunities
- A warm, values-driven environment built on trust, inclusion and collaboration
What you will be doing as our Risk and Compliance Manager
You will lead and coordinate the organisation’s operational risk management, compliance and assurance activity, ensuring risks are identified, managed and reported effectively.
This includes:
- Supporting regulatory compliance and external assurance activity
- Managing organisational systems for incidents, complaints, data breaches and learning
- Maintaining and developing the corporate risk register and risk management framework
- Supporting policy governance and review processes
- Producing clear assurance and risk reports for senior leaders and governance forums
What are we looking for in our ideal Risk and Compliance Manager?
You’ll bring experience of risk, compliance or governance within a regulated environment, along with strong analytical skills, sound judgement and the confidence to provide professional challenge when needed.
Experience in health, mental health, social care or the VCSE sector is desirable but not essential.
Key dates
- Closing date: 26th April 2026
- Interviews: 5th May 2026
We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in, so we encourage early applications. If there’s strong interest, we may close the advert earlier than planned.
Interested?
Please click Apply to be considered for our Risk and Compliance Manager role.
Northpoint is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Flexible working and job share opportunities are available where possible.
We aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working and job share opportunities for both full and part-time staff.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant professional experience.
- Relevant professional training in governance, risk management, compliance or quality compliance (or willingness to undertake)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience supporting risk management, governance or compliance processes within a regulated environment.
- Experience maintaining or managing organisational risk registers or risk management systems.
- Experience supporting regulatory compliance and organisational compliance processes.
- Experience working with operational or service teams to manage organisational risks.
- Experience producing clear written reports for senior leaders or governance groups.
- Experience supporting organisational policy frameworks or governance processes
Desirable
- Experience in clinical decision making
- Experience of working in Health & Social care and or Third sector settings
Knowledge and Understanding
Essential
- Understanding of organisational governance and risk management principles.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks within health, social care or regulated service environments.
- Understanding of safeguarding, incident management and organisational learning processes.
- Knowledge of information governance, data protection and confidentiality requirements.
- Awareness of assurance and audit approaches used in regulated services
Desirable
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret risk, compliance and assurance information.
- Ability to identify emerging risks and support practical mitigation strategies.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and reporting requirements.
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce clear and structured reports.
- Ability to work collaboratively across operational, clinical and corporate teams.
- Confidence to provide constructive challenge and professional advice when required
Desirable
Qualities and Values
Essential
- Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and equity.
- Demonstrates values consistent with those of Northpoint.
- High levels of integrity, professionalism and accountability.
- Calm, credible and confident under pressure.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant professional experience.
- Relevant professional training in governance, risk management, compliance or quality compliance (or willingness to undertake)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience supporting risk management, governance or compliance processes within a regulated environment.
- Experience maintaining or managing organisational risk registers or risk management systems.
- Experience supporting regulatory compliance and organisational compliance processes.
- Experience working with operational or service teams to manage organisational risks.
- Experience producing clear written reports for senior leaders or governance groups.
- Experience supporting organisational policy frameworks or governance processes
Desirable
- Experience in clinical decision making
- Experience of working in Health & Social care and or Third sector settings
Knowledge and Understanding
Essential
- Understanding of organisational governance and risk management principles.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks within health, social care or regulated service environments.
- Understanding of safeguarding, incident management and organisational learning processes.
- Knowledge of information governance, data protection and confidentiality requirements.
- Awareness of assurance and audit approaches used in regulated services
Desirable
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret risk, compliance and assurance information.
- Ability to identify emerging risks and support practical mitigation strategies.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and reporting requirements.
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce clear and structured reports.
- Ability to work collaboratively across operational, clinical and corporate teams.
- Confidence to provide constructive challenge and professional advice when required
Desirable
Qualities and Values
Essential
- Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and equity.
- Demonstrates values consistent with those of Northpoint.
- High levels of integrity, professionalism and accountability.
- Calm, credible and confident under pressure.
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
