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Location: Hybrid / Flexible (Edinburgh/Glasgow)
Contract: 12-month fixed term contract
Outsource UK is recruiting for a Principal Corporate Risk Specialist on behalf of a key public sector client in Scotland. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening corporate risk practices across an essential national service provider.
About the Role
You’ll join the Corporate Risk Team for a fixed-term period of 12 months. Your work will span a wide range of dynamic risk landscapes, from climate adaptation and infrastructure investment to regulatory strategy and long-term business planning.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Act as the main contact for risk on the 2027–33 business plan (SRC27)
* Identify, assess, and analyse key risks and opportunities
* Use or interpret Monte Carlo risk analysis (e.g. @Risk) to support decision-making
* Support and advise specific business areas on risk management
* Build strong, trust-based relationships across teams
* Promote a positive risk culture and embed best practices
* Prepare clear risk reports for senior leaders and governance groups
* Support external risk reporting in the Annual Report
* Provide assurance and constructive challenge to improve risk management
What You’ll Bring
* Educated to degree level and ideally holding a relevant qualification in risk or a related field.
* Demonstrable experience in practical risk management, with an excellent understanding of both qualitative and quantitative approaches.
* Strong communication and influencing skills—whether you’re facilitating a risk workshop, presenting insights, or drafting reports.
* Experience coaching or supporting others in a collaborative team setting.
* An analytical mindset, with the ability to both dive into technical detail and simplify complex issues for a broad audience.
Benefits & Work-Life Balance
* Hybrid working and flexibility to support your lifestyle.
* 38 days of annual leave including public holidays, plus the option to buy up to 5 extra days.
* Defined benefit pension scheme and generous life assurance.
* Annual company bonus scheme.
* Family-friendly policies and volunteer leave options.
* Access to reward programmes offering savings on travel, shopping, and more.
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If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in risk management with a team that values integrity, collaboration, and forward thinking, we’d love to hear from you.
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