Senior Risk Analyst

Senior Risk Analyst - Nuclear | Shape major programmes and strengthen the future of UK nuclear energy.

Are you an experienced Risk Analyst looking to work on a major nuclear programme where your expertise will directly influence project performance and decision-making? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly skilled team, providing risk insight, assurance and analysis across complex, high-profile projects.

You will act as a key risk management specialist, supporting programme teams, challenging uncertainty and ensuring high-quality risk information informs project schedules, costs and strategic decisions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead risk management activities across your nominated programme or area.

Maintain accurate Risk and Opportunity data within project risk systems.

Analyse risk data to identify trends, uncertainties and performance issues.

Challenge significant risks and opportunities that could impact programme objectives.

Support risk reviews, workshops and scenario planning sessions.

Ensure risk information effectively informs project schedules and cost estimates.

Produce and present insightful project controls information for programme reviews and boards.

Manage and verify Power BI risk dashboards and identify opportunities for improvement.

Support enhancements to risk processes, procedures, reporting and tools.

Deliver risk management and software training to project teams and colleagues.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Proven expert-level experience in risk management and project controls.

Experience working within a project management environment.

Experience with in the nuclear or another highly regulated industry.

Strong understanding of risk management tools, techniques and methodologies.

Experience analysing risk data to provide meaningful project insight.

Degree or equivalent qualification in project management, project controls, engineering or a related discipline is desirable.

Industry-recognised risk or project controls qualifications are desirable.

Construction experience would be advantageous.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

The nuclear sector offers long-term career opportunities, excellent job security and the chance to contribute to nationally important energy and Net Zero programmes. You will work alongside experienced professionals on projects with lasting benefits for the UK.

Competitive market-rate permanent package.

Excellent benefits package.

Career progression and professional development.

Opportunity to work on major nuclear programmes.

Develop specialist risk and project controls expertise.

Work within a highly regulated and technically complex environment.

Supportive and collaborative culture.

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.

Contribute to UK energy security and low-carbon generation.

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

Our Client is a global engineering and technology organisation delivering complex solutions across science, security, sustainability and energy. They are committed to safety, integrity, collaboration and inclusion, while investing in their people and providing opportunities to build rewarding long-term careers across major programmes.

If you are an experienced Risk Analyst ready to take your career into a major nuclear programme, apply directly to Emily Warner on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)