Job Description
Risk Manager – Rail Sector – Up to £45,000Central London | Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home)
I am working with a leading rail operator in Central London seeking a proactive Risk Manager to join their Project Management Office (PMO). This role is key to strengthening risk oversight, reporting and governance across a complex programme portfolio.
Purpose of the Role
* Support the PMO in monitoring Strategic, Business, Programme and Project risks.
* Analyse data and ensure accurate, timely information flow between Project Teams and Governance Boards.
* Provide analytical support to the Programme and wider PMO.
* Develop risk management capability, coordinating assurance activities and reporting.
* Manage project management software and support reporting processes.
Key Accountabilities
* Maintain and improve frameworks, processes and standards for risk management.
* Ensure accurate project documentation across programmes.
* Embed and enhance the RAIDO (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies & Opportunities) Framework.
* Coach colleagues to promote proactive risk management.
* Engage senior stakeholders to identify and update Programme, Strategic and Business risks.
* Lead assurance reviews and RAIDO reporting.
* Facilitate risk forums and challenge mitigation actions.
* Produce timely RAIDO reports.
* Train new starters on Workfront.
* Work with data owners to ensure accurate, consistent reporting.
* Support Power BI reporting and deputise for the Reporting Systems Analyst.
* Assess processes and compliance checks, making improvement recommendations.
* Lead ad hoc projects to enhance governance, reporting and delivery efficiency.
Knowledge & Experience
* Understanding of project lifecycles, governance and assurance.
* Experience supporting complex projects/programmes within a PMO or delivery function.
* Strong understanding of RAIDO and project reporting.
* Proficient in Power BI, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project and Visio.
* Experience using Workfront or willingness to learn.
* Experience with Box/SharePoint desirable.
* Ability to review project documentation (e.g. scopes, PIDs).
Skills
* Excellent organisation, communication and stakeholder engagement.
* Strong writing and presentation skills with high attention to detail.
* Ability to manage large volumes of information.
* Strong analytical skills (quantitative and qualitative).
* Proactive and adaptable in a fast-paced PMO environment.
Qualifications
* Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
* PMO/Project Management/Business Analysis qualification desirable.