Senior Risk Manager

Rolls Royce SMR Ltd.; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clean energy firm is seeking a Senior Risk Manager to embed and evolve the risk management framework. This role involves overseeing risk performance, mentoring a team, and ensuring robust practices across programs. Applicants should be well-versed in risk management best practices and have experience in complex infrastructure projects. The anticipated salary ranges from £68,000 to £89,000. The position offers hybrid working and excellent benefits, promoting a flexible work-life balance.

Benefits

Bonus - Performance related target

Benefits Allowance - £5,000

Pension contributions

28 days holiday plus public holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay

One-off payment for new starters

Qualifications

• Formal Risk Management qualification (e.g., IRM Certificate/Diploma).
• Degree or equivalent experience.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (IRM, ALARM, APM).
• Experience in nuclear or major infrastructure projects is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk management performance within the Programme.
• Manage and mentor a team of risk managers and champions.
• Develop and maintain Risk Management Plans and programme risk registers.
• Facilitate risk workshops and reviews, ensuring mitigations are SMART and effective.
• Conduct Quantitative Cost and Schedule Risk Analysis using tools.
• Act as RMIS administrator and SME, delivering training and operational reporting.
• Provide critical challenge and support to the Head of Risk.

Job description

Senior Risk Manager page is loaded## Senior Risk Managerlocations: Derby: Manchester, UK: Warrington, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR100418Senior Risk ManagerLocation: Derby, Warrington, Manchester Offices, with hybrid working.Salary: We anticipate paying a salary between £68,000 - £89,000 DoEJ**oin Rolls-Royce SMR and help shape the future of clean energy.**We’re looking for a **Senior Risk Manager** to play a pivotal role in embedding and evolving our risk management framework across the organisation. Reporting to the Head of Risk, you’ll work closely with the PMO, Executive team, Engineering, and enabling functions to ensure robust risk management practices are in place throughout the lifecycle of our programmes.**What you’ll do*** Lead risk management performance within the Programme.* Manage and mentor a team of risk managers and champions.* Develop and maintain Risk Management Plans and programme risk registers.* Facilitate risk workshops and reviews, ensuring mitigations are SMART and effective.* Conduct Quantitative Cost and Schedule Risk Analysis using tools such as Safran, Primavera Risk Analysis, @Risk, and ModelRisk.* Act as RMIS administrator and SME, delivering training and operational reporting.* Provide critical challenge and support to the Head of Risk, deputising when required.**What we’re looking for*** **Expertise in risk management best practice** (ISO 31000, HMG Green/Orange Book).* **Proven experience in programme risk management** within large, complex infrastructure or nuclear projects.* Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels.* Proficiency in QRA processes and risk analysis tools.* Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills.**Qualifications*** Degree or equivalent experience.* Formal Risk Management qualification (e.g., IRM Certificate/Diploma).* Membership of a relevant professional body (IRM, ALARM, APM).* Experience in nuclear or major infrastructure projects is highly desirable.We value diversity and inclusivity, offering flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. If you meet **75% of the requirements**, we encourage you to apply. Reasonable adjustments will be made to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.**Apply now and be part of a team delivering innovative solutions for a sustainable future.****Pay And Benefits** We anticipate paying a salary of between £68,000 - £89,000 DOE plus:-* Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 17%* Benefits Allowance – £5,000 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package* Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.* Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days.* Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care* Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay* £250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchasesYou’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. • A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.**Our Application Process**Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance • Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check • Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check.**We are Rolls-Royce SMR**A career with Rolls-Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission. Rolls-Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low-carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years. With its Rolls-Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future. We’re proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation. Our people are here because of what makes them exceptional - and our role is to help them make the most meaningful contribution of their careers, doing work they love. We offer opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths. At Rolls-Royce SMR you can develop your career by exploring roles and challenges that align with your unique talents.**Our culture**At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge. Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer: • A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. • A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone can thrive.**What we offer**At Rolls-Royce SMR, our reward offering is focused on recognising you for your efforts and motivate you to continue achieving. Our rewards and benefits scheme are designed for employees to have complete control. By providing complete autonomy, you can focus on what’s important to you. Whether it’s investments, insurances or wellbeing, it’s in your hands. Work is an activity, not a place. We understand due to commitments and lifestyle; the world of work has evolved beyond the 9 - 5. Whether its varied hours or hybrid working, our flexible working arrangements make it possible for employees to achieve a true work life balance. **Your career journey**At Rolls-Royce SMR, we don’t just want you to contribute, we want you to grow. 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