Risk Management Companies in the UK: Expert Advisory Guide
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Acumon Chartered Accountants·14 min read
Effective risk management has become an essential part of good business governance rather than simply a compliance requirement. As organisations face increasing regulatory expectations, evolving cyber threats and operational challenges, many turn to specialist advisors to strengthen controls, improve resilience and support informed decision-making.
The UK is home to a diverse range of firms offering risk management services, from global professional services networks to independent advisory practices with specialist expertise in governance, compliance and assurance. Each organisation brings its own approach, sector experience and service offering.
This guide highlights a selection of risk management services providers operating across the UK. Rather than ranking firms, its purpose is to provide practical context, helping readers understand the different types of providers available, the services they commonly deliver and the organisations they typically support. Whether you're reviewing your existing risk framework or looking for external expertise, the companies below offer a useful starting point for exploring the UK market.
Acumon
Acumon is a UK firm of chartered accountants and advisors providing risk management services to companies and organisations across the UK.
The firm works with organisations ranging from owner-managed businesses through to larger corporate groups, regulated entities and charities. Risk management services are designed to help organisations identify, assess and manage strategic, operational, financial and regulatory risks while supporting effective governance and informed decision-making.
Acumon provides risk management services across a wide range of business environments, including enterprise risk assessments, internal control reviews, governance frameworks and compliance support. Services are delivered using a structured methodology tailored to each organisation's operational activities, regulatory requirements and risk profile.
Acumon holds a Public Interest Entity (PIE) audit licence, enabling the firm to support organisations subject to enhanced regulatory oversight in the United Kingdom. In addition to its UK statutory audit registration, the firm also maintains audit licences in the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands (BVI), Jersey and Isle of Man, supporting organisations operating across international structures and reporting environments.
As organisations grow, introduce new technologies or expand into new markets, risk management becomes increasingly important. Acumon works with boards, finance teams and senior management to strengthen governance arrangements, improve internal controls and establish practical risk management frameworks that support long-term business objectives.
Risk Management Capabilities
Acumon provides risk management services across a wide range of organisational structures and sectors.
These include:
UK limited companies and corporate groups
owner-managed businesses
regulated organisations
international group structures
charities and not-for-profit organisations
businesses strengthening governance and internal controls
Risk management engagements are typically led by experienced professionals with direct involvement throughout the engagement.
Regulatory Licences and Registrations
Acumon holds several audit registrations that enable it to support organisations operating across multiple jurisdictions.
These include:
UK statutory audit registration
Public Interest Entity (PIE) audit licence
Jersey audit licence
Isle of Man audit licence
Cayman Islands audit licence
British Virgin Islands audit licence
These registrations allow the firm to support organisations operating across both the UK and key international financial centres.
Core Services
In addition to risk management services, Acumon provides a range of services that support financial reporting and governance.
These include:
enterprise risk assessments
internal control and governance reviews
statutory external audit
group and subsidiary audits
Public Interest Entity (PIE) audits
charity and not-for-profit audit
internal audit and governance reviews
risk management and compliance support
Risk management work is often delivered alongside discussions with management and boards regarding governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, operational resilience and business performance.
Many organisations review their risk management arrangements as they grow, implement new systems, respond to regulatory change or strengthen corporate governance.
Acumon works with businesses that are:
strengthening governance frameworks
improving internal control environments
managing operational and regulatory risks
preparing for business growth
enhancing organisational resilience
Early engagement can help ensure that risk management processes, governance arrangements and internal controls are aligned with business objectives.
Address: 1-2 Craven Road, Ealing, London, W5 2UA, UK
Phone: 020 8567 3451
Prime Risk & Advisory Services
Prime Risk & Advisory Services provides risk management support for businesses looking to understand, assess and manage operational and strategic risks. Their approach covers the full risk lifecycle, from identifying potential issues to developing practical measures that help reduce exposure across different areas of an organisation. Risk management is presented as part of wider business governance, supporting informed decision-making and long-term resilience.
Alongside enterprise risk management, they cover areas such as operational, regulatory and cybersecurity risk. Their services include developing internal controls, contingency planning and ongoing reviews to help organisations keep risk management processes up to date as business conditions and regulatory requirements change.
Address: Blackthorn House, St Pauls Square, Birmingham, B3 1RL, United Kingdom
Phone: 033 01 33 20 33
BDO
BDO approaches risk management as part of broader business strategy, helping organisations understand how risk can influence governance, operations and long-term decision-making. Their services are designed to support businesses facing changing regulatory expectations, economic uncertainty and technology-related risks, with frameworks that can be adapted to different levels of organisational maturity.
Their work extends beyond risk assessments by helping organisations develop governance structures, define risk appetite and strengthen internal processes. Advice is supported through enterprise risk management methodologies, board engagement, training and technology solutions that help businesses maintain effective oversight as risks evolve.
James Hallam focuses on risk management from a health, safety and operational perspective, helping organisations manage workplace risks while supporting regulatory compliance. Their consultancy covers practical areas that affect day-to-day operations, with services suitable for both individual projects and ongoing compliance requirements.
The scope of support includes workplace inspections, fire safety, business continuity and environmental management. Guidance is complemented by training and assistance with recognised management systems, allowing organisations to build structured processes that align with health, safety and quality standards.
Address: 10th Floor, 2 Minster Court, London EC3R 7BB
Phone: 0333 0490700
Intact Insurance
Intact Insurance combines risk consulting with insurance expertise to help organisations understand operational risks before they develop into larger issues. Their approach focuses on identifying exposures, improving resilience and supporting businesses with practical resources that can be used as part of everyday risk management.
Support is available for organisations with different operational needs, from SMEs using digital self-service tools to larger businesses requiring dedicated consulting teams. Risk consulting covers a broad range of sectors and includes guidance on business resilience, fire protection, property, construction, marine and casualty risks.
NFU Mutual offers risk management services with a strong focus on workplace health and safety, helping businesses identify risks and meet their legal responsibilities. Their advisers work with organisations across a range of sectors, providing practical guidance that supports safer working environments and helps reduce the likelihood of incidents affecting employees or day-to-day operations.
Support extends beyond individual assessments and includes consultancy, loss prevention and staff training. Recommendations are tailored to each business, taking into account its activities, working environment and compliance requirements, while helping organisations build processes that can be maintained over time.
Beesure provides risk management consultancy as part of its wider business advisory offering, helping organisations review potential risks before they develop into larger operational or financial issues. Their approach looks at different aspects of a business, including financial exposure, business continuity, insurance arrangements and supply chain risks, giving clients a broader view of where vulnerabilities may exist.
Consultancy is combined with practical planning and staff development where required. Businesses can work with advisers to develop continuity plans, review internal processes and introduce training that supports long-term risk awareness across the organisation.
Address: First Floor, Redcliff House, Hazell Drive, Newport, NP10 8FY
Phone: 0333 305 6692
UK Risk Management
UK Risk Management specialises in compliance-focused consultancy covering health and safety, fire safety, environmental management and quality systems. Their work centres on helping organisations understand regulatory requirements through practical advice, audits and straightforward reporting that can support day-to-day compliance activities.
Businesses can choose one-off assessments or ongoing consultancy depending on their needs. Alongside identifying risks, consultants provide action plans that help organisations address compliance gaps, improve management systems and prepare for future audits.
Address: The Old Joiners Shop The Elms, New Road, Brandesburton, Driffield, East Yorkshire, England, YO25 8RT
Phone: 0330 808 0108
Anchor Group Services
Anchor Group Services delivers security-focused risk management consultancy, supporting organisations that need to assess threats to people, property and business operations. Their assessments are designed to help businesses understand security risks and develop plans that fit their operational environment and wider security strategy.
The consultancy includes detailed reviews of physical security, incident planning and business resilience. Support can continue beyond the initial assessment through ongoing advice, helping organisations keep security plans current as risks, sites and operational requirements change.
Address: Carlton House, Chester Business Park, Chester CH4 9QE
Phone: 01244 354 700
Marsh Commercial
Marsh Commercial provides risk management services that help businesses identify operational risks, improve resilience and support safer day-to-day operations. Risk management sits alongside its insurance offering, covering practical areas that can affect business continuity, employee wellbeing and financial stability. The focus is on helping organisations prepare for potential disruptions before they become larger problems.
Support covers a broad mix of workplace and operational risks, including health and safety, cyber security, fleet management and fire safety. Businesses can access guidance on continuity planning, property-related risks and employment matters, giving them a structured approach to managing risk across different parts of the organisation.
Address: Crown House, Prospect Road, Arnhall Business Park, Westhill, Aberdeen, AB32 6FE
Phone: 01224 656656
AXA Connect
AXA Connect offers risk management resources designed to support businesses and insurance brokers across a wide range of industries. Their approach combines on-site risk surveys with practical guidance, helping organisations understand common workplace hazards, improve safety standards and manage operational risks more effectively.
Alongside consultancy, they provide a large collection of industry-specific guidance covering manufacturing, hospitality, transport, property and small businesses. Risk management is supported through technical documents, practical toolkits and specialist advice that helps businesses review existing controls and respond to changing risks.
Address: AXA House 4 Parklands, Lostock, Bolton, BL6 4SD
Phone: 01253 683 122
WTW
WTW approaches risk management through a combination of consulting, analytics and governance support. Their services help organisations understand how operational, financial and strategic risks can affect long-term objectives while providing practical frameworks for assessing and managing those risks across the business.
Risk management extends across areas such as resilience, business continuity, supply chains, cyber security and health and safety. Analytical tools, risk modelling and specialist consulting are used to support decision-making, strengthen governance and improve ongoing risk monitoring as organisations adapt to changing business conditions.
Key Highlights
Enterprise risk consulting
Risk analytics and modelling
Governance support
Business resilience planning
Cyber risk consulting
Risk engineering
Continuous risk monitoring
Services
Enterprise risk management
Risk analytics
Cyber risk consulting
Business continuity planning
Risk engineering
Health and safety advisory
Transport risk management
Property risk consulting
Contact Information
Website: www.wtwco.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/WTWcorporate
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/wtwcorporate
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wtwcorporate
Address: River House, 48-60 High Street, Office 3.05, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT1 2BE
Phone: +44 28 9024 2131
PIB Insurance
PIB Insurance provides access to risk management consultancy through its specialist risk management division, supporting businesses with workplace risks, compliance and organisational resilience. Their approach covers a wide range of operational issues, helping organisations review existing arrangements and develop practical measures that fit their working environment.
Support includes consultancy, training, digital risk management tools and HR guidance, allowing businesses to address both day-to-day risks and longer-term planning. The scope extends beyond health and safety to include continuity planning, quality assurance and fleet-related risks, giving organisations access to broader workplace risk support.
Address: Rossington's Business Park, West Carr Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7SW
Phone: 0330 058 9863
Landmark Information Group
Landmark Information Group focuses on environmental and property-related risk management, supporting organisations involved in commercial property, land and development projects. Their consultancy combines due diligence with risk assessments that help identify environmental constraints, planning considerations and site-specific issues before decisions are made.
Depending on the project, support can range from desktop reports to detailed on-site investigations and specialist consultancy. Environmental risk management is covered across areas such as contaminated land, air quality, transport, ecology and regulatory compliance, giving clients a structured view of risks that may affect development, acquisition or long-term asset management.
Barnett Waddingham, now part of Howden Risk Advisory, provides enterprise risk advisory services that help organisations understand, measure and monitor risks across their operations. Their approach combines consultancy with technology, supporting businesses that want stronger governance, clearer reporting and structured risk management processes.
The scope extends beyond enterprise risk to include people, cyber, property and motor risks. Digital platforms, workforce analytics and risk management software support ongoing monitoring, while specialist advisers assist organisations with resilience planning, governance and informed decision-making as risks evolve.
Choosing a risk management services provider in the UK is usually about finding the right fit for your organisation's risks, industry and internal resources. Some businesses need support with enterprise risk and governance, while others may be looking for practical help with health and safety, cyber security, business continuity or environmental risk. Taking time to compare experience, areas of expertise and the scope of services can make that decision easier.
This guide is intended to provide an overview of companies operating in the UK risk management market and the services they offer. Reviewing each provider's capabilities alongside your own risk priorities can help you identify the support that best matches your organisation's objectives and long-term resilience.
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Written by the Acumon team
Acumon is an ICAEW-registered firm of chartered accountants and registered auditors
based in London, with offices in Pitstone, Aylesbury and Bournemouth. Need advice on
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