Risk Manager

Our client, a leading organisation in the defence and security sector, is seeking an experienced Risk Manager for a contract role based in Southampton or Basildon. The successful individual will support the implementation, governance and continuous improvement of project risk management across an Electronics Division, providing independent oversight, assurance and constructive challenge to Integrated Project Teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply the project risk management framework consistently across the full project lifecycle, from bid through to execution
• Provide independent oversight, governance and assurance against risk management policies, standards and corporate requirements
• Support project teams in identifying, assessing and managing risks and opportunities
• Advise on risk treatment, mitigation strategies, contingency setting and escalation requirements
• Analyse residual risk using quantitative risk analysis and Monte Carlo techniques to support project forecasting and decision-making
• Prepare accurate, timely and decision-focused risk reports for governance forums and senior stakeholders
• Facilitate risk identification, review and assurance workshops, providing expert guidance and constructive challenge
• Coach, mentor and support Project Risk Managers while promoting a strong risk management culture

Additional Duties:

• Review risk registers, assumptions, risk quantification and mitigation plans to ensure completeness and robustness
• Analyse risk trends, key performance indicators, key risk indicators, lessons learned and audit findings to identify systemic issues
• Support the automation, aggregation and analysis of risk data, including AI-informed predictive analysis where appropriate
• Review processes for collecting and storing risk data, helping to maintain high standards of data quality
• Deliver risk management training, coaching and mentoring to individuals and project teams
• Support internal reviews, audits and customer-facing documentation as required

Job Requirements:

• Significant experience in project or programme risk management, ideally within a complex engineering, defence or security environment
• Strong knowledge of enterprise and project risk management frameworks, standards and governance processes
• Experience in project controls and financial control, with the ability to connect risk exposure to project performance and contingency
• Highly numerate, with experience in statistical and financial modelling, quantitative risk analysis and Monte Carlo techniques
• Sound understanding of contingency setting and management in line with risk exposure and risk appetite
• Ability to translate complex risk information into clear, concise and decision-focused insight
• Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills, including confidence engaging with senior leaders
• Ability to lead workshops, present technical information and coach individuals and teams effectively
• High competency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Degree in a technical, business or related subject, or an equivalent professional qualification

Security Requirements:

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Additional National Security Vetting requirements may apply, including eligibility for Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) clearance.

If you are an experienced Risk Manager, Lead Risk Manager or Senior Project Controls professional with expertise in project risk, financial control and governance, apply now to support important projects within the defence and security sector.