WHAT IS ON OFFER
Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Risk Officer
to join our Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) team based at our global head office in Prescot, Merseyside. This is an on-site position (3 days per week) with the flexibility to work 2 days from home, joining us at an extraordinarily dynamic time as we continue our strong year-on-year operational growth of over 10%.
It is a fantastic time to join AHK. We are making significant global investments across our business—expanding into new countries, building state-of-the-art analytical hubs like our developing facility in the Middle East, and continually upgrading instrumentation across our global laboratory network.
As a Senior Risk Officer, you will play an integral role in our GRC department. You won't just be managing risk registers—you will be directly protecting our colleagues, safeguarding our global reputation, and empowering our business to thrive safely amidst rapid international expansion. We heavily invest in our people, offering excellent scope for professional development, mentorship responsibilities, and clear opportunities for career progression and succession planning.
What makes this role exciting?
- High Impact & Protection: Help build resilient risk frameworks that protect our people and our global reputation while enabling business growth.
- Global Exposure: Work cross-functionally with Head Office functions, Business Stream Leads, and functional Risk Managers across international locations.
- Mentorship & Leadership: Take a key role in supporting, guiding, and mentoring junior team members within the GRC department.
- Data-Driven Innovation: Utilize and maintain our Risk registers and Power BI tools, developing project-specific methodologies and driving continuous improvement across our risk framework.
ABOUT US
Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.
We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Proven track record of managing Enterprise Risk Management initiatives, facilitating risk assessments, and maintaining risk registers.
- Strong working knowledge of risk management best practices and frameworks.
- Demonstrated ability to compile, deliver, and review clear risk reports to support executive decision-making.
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment, appreciating varying professional disciplines and their interdependencies.
Required Competencies
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills with a collaborative, inclusive approach.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including good meeting facilitation and presentation abilities.
- Results-orientated and proactive mindset, with strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet agreed deadlines.
- Analytical problem-solving ability to evaluate options, propose recommendations, and make sound decisions.
Required Work Experience
- Previous experience working in a Risk Officer or similar Enterprise Risk role.
- Experience using Microsoft Office and Google Suite packages
- Experience developing or facilitating risk management tools and continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- IRM International Certificate (or equivalent/higher) - either obtained or willing to work towards.
Required Languages
- Fluent English (written and spoken).
Travel / Other Requirements
- Valid passport with the ability to travel domestically and internationally as required (including obtaining visas).
BENEFITS
We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.
If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.
Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Skills Required
- Proven experience managing Enterprise Risk Management initiatives, facilitating risk assessments, and maintaining risk registers
- Strong knowledge of risk management best practices and frameworks
- Experience compiling, delivering, and reviewing risk reports for executive decision-making
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Strong written and verbal communication, meeting facilitation, and presentation skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Analytical problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Previous experience as a Risk Officer or in a similar Enterprise Risk role
- Experience using Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Experience developing or facilitating risk management tools and continuous improvement initiatives
- IRM International Certificate or equivalent/higher, or willingness to work toward it
- Fluent English, written and spoken
- Valid passport and ability to travel domestically and internationally, including obtaining visas
What We Do
Alfred H Knight is a leading global provider of independent inspection, analytical, and technical consultancy services. With over 140 years of experience, the company serves the metals, minerals, solid fuels, and agricultural industries, ensuring accurate and reliable results through a global network of strategically located laboratories and inspectors across more than 45 countries.
