LSL Franchising is one of the UK’s largest providers of estate agency franchise services, supporting a network of 62 franchisees across 310 territories under brands including Your Move and Reeds Rains.

We are looking to recruit a strategically-minded and detail-driven Risk & Controls Manager to support our national franchise network. Reporting to the Head of Risk & Governance, this role is based within our Risk & Governance team and plays a key part in embedding a robust risk management framework across the Division.

This is a high-impact role for a professional with a strong background in risk management, assurance, and control testing, ideally within a regulated or franchised environment.

Working as a Risk & Controls Manager we can offer you: 

• Competitive basic salary 

• 25 Days holiday, plus Bank Holidays 

• Hybrid working

• 35-hour contract, Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm 

• A competitive benefits package with the option to purchase enhanced and additional benefits to suit you 

• An opportunity to build on and develop a long-lasting rewarding career 

• A collaborative team working culture 

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Support delivery of the Risk Management Framework, including risk identification, RCSA, control testing, and reporting.
• Monitor the business’s risk appetite and report on key risk indicators.
• Contribute to the assurance plan by testing the design and effectiveness of controls.
• Manage operational risk events from identification to resolution.
• Provide timely and accurate risk reporting to support decision-making.
• Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging risks, including macroeconomic factors.
• Build credible relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management and audit teams.
• Promote a ‘risk positive’ culture across the business.
• Deliver guidance, advice, and training to empower colleagues to meet objectives in a compliant and sustainable way.

About You:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in risk management, internal audit, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory landscapes.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills across all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver results independently.
• Experience developing and implementing audit/testing plans and reporting findings.
• Demonstrated ability to act as a trusted risk partner to senior stakeholders.
• Industry qualifications in risk management or internal auditing (e.g. Institute of Risk Management Certificate).

Desirable Experience:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in enterprise risk management.
• Understanding of operational risks across Finance, IT, and Marketing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools including Excel, SharePoint, and Power BI.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a commercially critical role, with significant exposure to senior leadership and influence over operational risk strategy.

LSL is an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all abilities and backgrounds, and we do not discriminate based on disability or individual needs. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.