Risk Analyst
* Job Number: 557571
* Closing at: Mar 16 2026 - 23:55 GMT
Base Location: Perth or Glasgow
Salary: £35,200-£52,800 (depending on skills and experience) + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: 12 month fixed term contract | Full Time | options available.
The role
We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Project Risk Analyst to join the SSEN Distribution Large Capital Delivery (LCD) team. The LCD team is responsible for managing and delivering a diverse portfolio of major capital projects and programmes across the electricity distribution network within the SEPD and SHEPD licence areas. These projects range in value from £2.5 million to £100 million, playing a critical role in the development and enhancement of the network infrastructure.
You will
* Promote Risk Management and its value within Projects.
* Advise Project Managers in relation to Risk Management and liaise with the Project team to highlight any issues / concerns.
* Assess and explain risk reports in relation to how they affect the Programme, providing guidance as required.
* Analyse project metrics and data to best identify and mitigate potential risks.
* Ensure the risk reporting management system is updated and aligned with financial impacts to allow for effective decision making.
You have
* Significant experience in implementation of new risk management solutions, including development of key performance indicators and reporting requirements.
* Experience of risk management on complex high profile, large infrastructure programmes in a regulatory environment.
* Proven experience of working in a rigorous programme controls environment.
* Well developed stakeholder management skills as an effective communicator and ability to influence senior stakeholders.
About SSE
SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.
, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact / 01738 3418141 to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.
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