Job Title                     Risk Analyst             

Function:                   Risk & Compliance

Location:                    Nottingham/ Hybrid

Contract type:           Permanent

Salary:                        £38,728 with potential to rise to £45,562 over 3 years

Closing Date:            Wednesday 6th November 2024

NHS Supply Chain currently has an opportunity for a Risk Analyst to join our team during an exciting period of transformation, working to make it easier for the NHS to put patients first.

We are seeking an experienced Risk Analyst who will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and managing risks.  They will be responsible for using data to evaluate risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.

Every day you will … 

Identify potential risks, across financial, operational, regulatory, and strategic areas at a Directorate level.

Collect and analyse quantitative and qualitative data to predict future risks. 

Prepare detailed reports on risk findings, including impact analysis and recommended actions.

Develop risk mitigation plans and strategies based on the risks identified.

Communicate key risk factors and mitigation strategies to a wide range of stakeholders including the Exec Team.

What can we offer you?

We want to reward you for your passion, enthusiasm, and hard work so we offer much more than a competitive salary:

Hybrid working opportunities, giving you the flexibility to work collaboratively in the office and remotely.  

We recognise our employees' hard work and contributions with annual bonus schemes, long service, and VIP colleagues awards. 

27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days.

We are dedicated to your development, through in-house training, support, and access to external qualifications to maximise your potential.

A focus on your well-being offering 1 day of paid well-being leave and free access to the 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Generous pension scheme (with us contributing 12% when you contribute 6%)

Access to our Flexible Benefits Scheme, where you can choose from a variety of benefits such as Life Insurance, Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection, Health Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, and additional pension contributions that suit you.

2 days of paid volunteering leave allowing you to give back to your community. 

Access to many discounts from the Blue Light Card to NHS Discounts.

NHS Supply Chain, who are we?

Our role is to support the NHS to save lives and improve health. We are a part of the NHS family, and our role is to source, deliver and supply healthcare products, services and food for NHS trusts and healthcare organisations across England and Wales.

We serve every NHS Trust and operate a national network of distribution centres, managing relationships with more than a thousand suppliers and delivering more than 8,000,000 orders each year to more than 17,000 locations. Doing all of this on behalf of the NHS gives NHS staff more time to focus on their main priority of providing excellent patient care.

What skills will help you thrive in this role?

A Financial Risk Management or Internal Auditor qualification is preferred.

2-5 years of experience in risk analysis or financial analysis

Strong ability to analyse complex data sets and make data driven decisions.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

Knowledge of risk management practices.

Want to develop your career with the NHS Supply Chain? Then apply below or reach out for an informal discussion about the role in confidence by emailing us at  

Our Inclusive Commitment

At NHS Supply Chain, we are committed to building an inclusive environment where difference is not only valued, but celebrated, giving everyone the opportunity to thrive in their career. Developing our people is key to our success, so if this role sounds like the right next step in your career but your experience doesn’t match perfectly with the job advert, we encourage you to still apply.

Struggling to complete our application form, and require additional support? Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at who will be happy to help you with alternative ways to apply