Risk Manager

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10 months ago
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Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Risk Manager to be engaged on a permanent basis, based in any of our clients UK office locations.

Assist the Head of Risk in leading the application of risk management processes and systems
Facilitation of risk identification workshops and reviews both internally and client facing
Support the development of risk responses and actions including monitoring and reporting through to risk closeout
Perform quantitative and qualitative risk analysis through assessment of the risks, interpret the results and apply analysis to assess appropriate allowances for risk.
Provide intelligent advice, training, coaching and challenge to both internal and external stakeholders
Preparation of Framework and Client specific monthly reports
Contribute to progress meetings, as required, in support of the Project/ Program Manager(s)
Regular interfacing and integration with the project controls team to maintain an aligned cost risk and schedule position with the Project Plan.Here's What You'll Need:

Understanding of the relationship between risk management and controls/management functions including project management, change control, planning & scheduling, cost & commercial management, and reporting
Experience in the application of Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) techniques and tools, for example- @Risk, SAFRAN, Primavera Risk Analysis, Acumen Risk etc
Ability to motivate and liaise with team members and discipline leads to ensure that risk information is as agreed with client and other stakeholders.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and personal resilience to working under pressure and with different styles of leadership.
Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills
Professional level associated qualifications or Postgraduate qualifications (i.e. undergraduate/postgraduate degree, IRM Diploma or Certificate, APM Risk Certificate, PMI-RMP, MoR Practitioner)
7 years' + experience with strong working knowledge of risk management in a project execution related environment
Appropriate Membership of one or more risk management / project management professional bodies (i.e. IRM / APM)For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit

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