Protect one of the UK’s most critical nuclear programmes by turning risk into informed decision-making.
This is a high-impact opportunity to shape how risk is identified, analysed and managed on a nationally significant nuclear project. As Risk Manager, you will work at the heart of programme delivery, supporting senior leaders with insight that genuinely influences outcomes. You will operate in a complex, regulated environment where robust risk management underpins safety, performance and long-term success, while offering strong career progression within a future-focused sector.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, maintain and own project and programme risk registers.
* Lead the identification and development of risk mitigation and action plans.
* Support and embed effective risk management strategies, plans and culture.
* Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk analysis, including QRA on integrated schedules.
* Advise Programme Directors on key risks, trends and mitigation priorities.
* Facilitate risk workshops with large, multi-disciplinary project teams.
* Ensure risks are clearly articulated, prioritised and not duplicated across programmes.
* Collaborate with other Risk Managers to maintain consistency and best practice.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management capability across the business.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Minimum of 10 years’ experience in project or programme risk management.
* Strong numerical, analytical and verbal communication skills.
* Understanding of project and programme scheduling methodologies.
* Hands-on experience with Oracle P6, Microsoft Project or similar planning tools.
* Confidence with quantitative analysis, including Monte Carlo simulation and probabilistic forecasting.
* Experience developing large data models (QSRA, QCRA) and integrating outputs into decision-making.
* Sound understanding of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks and standards.
* Membership of a recognised risk or project management body (APM, PMI, IRM, CERA or equivalent).
* Experience within nuclear, energy or large infrastructure environments (desirable).
* Familiarity with tools such as Safran Risk, Active Risk Manager or Power BI (desirable).
Why Nuclear Energy
Nuclear offers a rare combination of long-term stability, technical challenge and national importance. Professionals in this sector work on complex, high-value programmes that directly support Net Zero ambitions and energy security, while benefiting from strong governance and clear career pathways.
* Long-term job security
* Work on nationally critical infrastructure
* Exposure to complex, high-value programmes
* Clear progression and professional credibility
* Future-focused, low-carbon industry
What’s in it for you
Alongside strong market rates, this role offers a benefits package designed to support wellbeing, flexibility and long-term career development.
* Competitive salary aligned to market rates
* Hybrid working model
* Private medical cover and digital GP service
* Enhanced family-friendly policies
* Funded professional development and memberships
* Paid volunteering and community engagement initiatives
Company Overview
Our Client is a global engineering and technology organisation delivering complex programmes across energy, security and sustainability. Known for their integrity, technical excellence and people-first culture, they provide long-term career opportunities on some of the most challenging and meaningful projects in the industry.
If you are an experienced Risk Manager with 10+ years’ risk management experience ready to make a real impact in nuclear energy, apply directly via LinkedIn