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Risk Manager

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Are you an experienced Risk Manager with a proven background in managing large complex nuclear projects?

Do you have an understanding of Risk management software such as MCS software and quantitative cost and risk schedule analysis?

Do you have UK Security clearance or eligible to obtain this with at least 5 years UK residency?

If the answer is yes, this could be the opportunity for you!

The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has opened for an experienced Risk Manager to become responsible for the development, maintenance and monitoring of all Risk Management activities and associated documents.

Your duties and responsibilities will be
Work on multiple concurrent project scopes either within a significant project or within a wider portfolio.
Ensure application of Risk Management process to assigned projects throughout their full lifecycles, including pre-contract phase.
Provide guidance, support, and leadership of junior risk personnel throughout their training and professional development.
Actively establish and maintain Risk Management activities on projects, seeking any potential opportunities for improvement.
Delivery of a range of Risk Management services to project teams, facilitating the identification and analysis of risks on projects at all stages as required, interpreting risk outputs, and communicating too relevant stakeholders as appropriate.
Maintain, monitor, and assess all project risk related processes and activities, report and rectify any variances or issues.
Support Project / Contract Manager(s) with any contract specific reporting or risk related tasks, including the ongoing continual improvement of Risk Management systems and procedures.
To promote and build good working relations within the internal and external teams.
To support and guide more junior Risk Management personnel in their development and daily activities.
To be fully conversant with the application and use of Risk Management suite of tools and chosen software applications.
To carry out all delegated work in compliance with relevant Risk Management processes and procedures.
To prepare, update and maintain project Risk Management activities, throughout the project lifecycle and across the Risk Management process.
To ensure the timely issue of accurate, updated Risk Management Plans and associated documents at the agreed intervals.
To provide guidance to Project personnel in defining Risk Management objectives based on project objectives and support application of the risk process.
To utilise several risk identification techniques to facilitate risk identification sessions.
To develop and implement risk assessment criteria as part of a project risk register.
To assist Risk Owners with the selection of appropriate risk response strategies and development of action plans to address identified risks.
To assist project or functional personnel in the familiarisation and consistent application of Risk Management software tools and associated process.
To facilitate Risk workshops and develop project Risk Registers which act as repositories for all risk related information.
To conduct Cost / Schedule Risk Analysis Workshop sessions, facilitating workshops, building bespoke models and interpreting associated outputs for communication / review.
To support and encourage managers and business units in the use of Decision Analysis on projects where applicable.
To ensure the timely issue of accurate, updated reports and associated documents at the agreed intervals.
To regularly engage with project teams, attending and contributing to project meetings as deemed appropriate.
To provide input to development and continual improvement in project Risk Management tools and processes as part of Global network.
Workshops, Progressive Learning (Lessons Learnt) etc.
Assist with local / regional Risk Management initiatives where relevant / requested.
To present to internal / client external audiences on a range or Risk Management related topics.
To present to wider audiences on Risk Management related topics.
Project Delivery Functions: Project Management, Project Controls, Discipline Engineers, Construction, Supply Chain, Risk Management, Project Commercial, Pre-contracts, Estimating
Business Functions: Operations Leaders / DPEs.You will have the following qualifications and experience
Higher National Diploma / associate degree / Advanced Diploma etc. (in relevant discipline).
IRM International Certificate in Risk Management (or an alternative risk qualification or equivalent in experience +5 years).
BA or BSc degree (min. 2:1) in Risk Management, alternative subjects considered can include: Project Management, Engineering, other analytical disciplines.
Previous Risk experience i.e., responsible for large project or multiple smaller projects concurrently (ideally 5+ years ‘experience in Risk)
Specialist knowledge in Risk Management software (i.e., MCS software) and experienced with quantitative cost & schedule risk analysis.
Demonstrable involvement / history in the relevant project industry and / or cross-over experience from a comparable technical industry.It’s great if you also have the following
Extensive working Risk related knowledge of the industry / business line.
Knowledge of various industry Risk Management software / applications available.
Experience in internal project delivery processes and procedures.
Ability to work as lead member of a team.
Good communicator.
Demonstrate confident presentation skills and embrace opportunities to educate others on Risk related topics.Get in touch now
If you're seeking a new opportunity to be responsible for managing all risk maintenance processes across the nuclear and defence sectors, and have the skills and experience our client then this could be the opportunity for you, so apply today or contact Louis Wellings via LinkedIn. 

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
 
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
 
Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.  

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
 
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business

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