Senior Risk Manager

Greater Manchester Permanent View Job Description
The Senior Risk Manager plays a key role in strengthening the Group's risk maturity by leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the enterprise risk management framework. The role is responsible for supporting the business in identifying, assessing, managing, and reporting risks, ensuring proactive mitigation and informed decision‑making at all levels.
  • Help in the development of a Global Risk & Compliance function
  • Excellent Benefits, Progression and Salary on Offer

About Our Client

The employer is a well-established organisation within the energy and Utilities industry, recognised for its commitment to operational excellence and innovation. As part of a medium-sized team, the company values expertise and professionalism in delivering high-quality services.

Job Description

The Senior Risk Manager's role is to;

  • Facilitate the operation of the group's Risk Management Framework, including risk appetite, risk registers, emerging risks and escalation processes.
  • Drive continuous improvement of Group risk methodology to ensure comprehensive coverage and business value.
  • Ensure risk appetite is clearly understood and consistently applied across the business.
  • Maintain and evolve risk related policies, procedures and governance documentation to remain aligned with regulatory expectations and Group priorities.
  • Serve as a strategic risk advisor to senior leaders, using insights to identify emerging risks, operational vulnerabilities, and regulatory shifts.
  • Lead risk workshops and assessments with business leaders, project teams, and operational functions.
  • Maintain strong awareness of local, regional, and global risk drivers, supporting the integration of Group acquisitions.
  • Undertake periodic risk reviews to ensure sustained compliance with regulatory, client and Group standards.
  • Champion a positive and proactive risk and compliance culture across the Group.
  • Develop and deliver training, guidance, and communication to improve risk capability and foster accountability.
  • Act as a subject‑matter expert for risk‑related queries, supporting colleagues at all levels.
  • Work closely with procurement, commercial, legal, and new business teams to integrate risk management into key processes.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Risk & Compliance professional should have:

  • Demonstrable experience in implementing Risk Management Frameworks.
  • Strong track record in complex, fast paced, client focused contracting environments.
  • Highly desirable proven experience in a similar industry (e.g. engineering, utilities, construction, energy).
  • Exceptional collaboration and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to senior leadership.
  • Advanced analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to simplify complexity and deliver creative solutions.
  • Results driven approach with a focus on delivering objectives through to completion.
  • Degree in Risk Management or a specialist qualification such as the IRM Diploma.
  • Working knowledge of recognised risk management standards (ISO 31000, COSO ERM, APM PRAM).
  • Experience with Risk Management Information Systems
  • Experience working in global or inter-group environments (advantageous).

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary ranging from £70,000 to £85,000 per annum.
  • Additional benefits, including a car allowance and performance-based bonus.
  • A permanent position offering stability and growth opportunities.
  • Four days per week in the office with some UK Travel.
  • A professional and supportive company culture that values expertise.



If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior Risk & Compliance professional, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
George Wearden
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6976183
Phone number
+44 161 8290 401

Job summary

Job function
Audit & Advisory
Subsector
Internal Audit
Sector
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Greater Manchester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
George Wearden
Consultant phone
+44 161 8290 401
Job reference
JN-032026-6976183