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Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Today’s world is unpredictable. From economic changes to cyber threats and shifting regulations, organisations face challenges that are constantly evolving. We are here to help you manage your strategic risks and build greater organisational resilience.
Managing risk in a world that never stands still
Managing risk isn’t just about ticking boxes - it’s about staying strong, smart, and ready for whatever comes next.
With constant change, how do organisations manage strategic risks?
The challenge: How do you manage risk in a constantly changing world?
Change is constant, and the risks organisations face are more complex than ever. Traditional ways of managing risk often don’t look forward and can leave organisations vulnerable, just when they need to be most prepared.
The solution: An Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) approach
Enterprise Risk Management helps you look at risk across your whole organisation. It’s about spotting problems early, making confident decisions, and building resilience into everything you do.
What is ERM?
ERM is a simple, strategic way to manage risk. It helps you understand what could go wrong, what could go right, and how to stay focused on your goals - even when things change.
Specialist support, tailored to your organisation
Our ERM service is available exclusively to Ecclesiastical customers. We bring deep knowledge of your sector and offer hands-on support to help you manage risk in a way that works for you.
We offer:
- Expert advice from experienced professionals
- Practical tools designed for your needs
- Support to build ERM into your everyday decisions
Want to learn more?
Meet the team
Sarah Pearson - Head of Enterprise Risk Management
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Award-winning risk leader with 30+ years of experience across public and private sectors Sarah brings a wealth of expertise in strategic planning, change management, and enterprise risk. With 24 years in senior public sector roles and over a decade in the insurance industry, she’s helped organisations build resilience and navigate uncertainty with confidence. She’s worked across public, private, and voluntary sectors, delivering practical risk and continuity frameworks that drive performance and support long-term success. Sarah is an active member of the Institute of Risk Management (IRM) and was named Risk Professional of the Year 2024 at the Women in Insurance Awards. Qualifications: MBA, Certificate in Risk Management, Certificate in Business Continuity Management, Certificate in the Chartered Insurance Institute. |
Steph Jackson - Senior Enterprise Risk Management Consultant
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ERM and BCM specialist with 20+ years in financial services and the third sector Steph has deep experience in risk and compliance, with a strong track record in designing and embedding Enterprise Risk and Business Continuity frameworks. Her recent work spans the Charity, Heritage, Faith, and Education sectors, where she brings a thoughtful, tailored approach to resilience. She’s also a passionate educator, supporting the IRM as an examiner and committee member within its Charity ERM Special Interest Group. Qualifications: BA(Hons), Diploma in Compliance UK, International Certificate in Risk Management, Certificate in Risk Management in Financial Services, Certificate in Digital Risk (Cyber Risk and Business Digitisation), Certificate in Training Practice, CBCI Certificate in Business Continuity Management. |
Aaron Hughes - Enterprise Risk Management Consultant
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Risk and resilience professional with a practical, people-first approach His specialist areas include Risk Appetite and Business Continuity Testing, where he combines technical insight with a collaborative style. Qualifications: BSc (Hons) Science. Holds the International Certificate in Enterprise Risk Management and, Certificate in Business Continuity Management, is PRINCE2 qualified, and is an APM Project Assurance Practitioner. |
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