Global Risk Senior Analyst

Boston Consulting Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global management consulting firm is seeking an experienced Global Risk Senior Analyst to join its Enterprise Risk Management team. The role involves leading risk assessments, developing analytics tools, and supporting executive-level reporting. Ideal candidates will have 4-6 years of experience in risk management, a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and proficiency in data analytics tools like SQL and Python. Strong communication and analytical skills are crucial for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years in risk management, compliance, or audit (professional services preferred).
• Experience with data analytics tools preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading risk assessments aligning with strategy and appetite.
• Developing dashboards and analytics to visualize key risk trends.
• Applying automation and AI for early warning and forecasting.

Skills

Data analytics

Project management

Effective communication

Document writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in risk, business, data science, or related field

Master's or certifications like ARM/RIMS-CRMP

Tools

SQL

Python

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Who We Are

Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation‑inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom‑line impact.

To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading‑edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive.

What You’ll Do

We are seeking an experienced risk professional to join BCG’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) team as a Global Risk Senior Analyst.

The Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) team is a strategic partner in enabling responsible entrepreneurship by identifying, assessing, and managing the firm's most significant risks. ERM operates under an integrated risk management framework and works in close alignment with business and functional leaders, ensuring risk awareness and resilience across the organization.

Through a dynamic and data‑driven approach, the ERM team delivers continuous risk monitoring, advanced analytics, and scenario analysis to inform decision‑making. The team supports the decentralized nature of risk ownership at BCG by helping teams identify emerging risks, evaluate exposures, and strengthen controls. ERM also serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing real‑time insights across a range of enterprise risk domains including strategic, reputational, legal and regulatory, operational, financial, technology, and people risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading risk assessments for part of the business, aligning with strategy and appetite as part of the semi‑annual risk register updates
• Developing dashboards and analytics tools to identify and visualize key risk trends
• Applying automation, AI, and data analysis to enhance early warning and forecasting
• Creating and maintaining standardized risk reports for leadership and governance bodies
• Supporting 8‑10 annual Audit & Risk Committee (ARC) meetings, including logistics, materials, and follow‑up
• Coordinating the firm‑wide ARC Memo and related performance and engagement metrics

What You’re Good At

• Analyzing complex data and translating insights into clear actions
• Managing multiple projects with precision and attention to detail
• Communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Writing crisp, executive‑ready documents
• Working independently while building strong cross‑functional relationships

What You’ll Bring

• 4‑6+ years in risk management, compliance, or audit (professional services preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in risk, business, data science, or related field (Master's or certifications like ARM/RIMS‑CRMP a plus)
• Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Python, Tableau, Power BI) preferred
• Understanding of AI/ML, data architecture, and business intelligence platforms
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Fluent English and high professional integrity

Who You’ll Work With

As a Global Risk Senior Analyst, you’ll support BCG’s ERM program through data‑driven risk assessments, executive‑level reporting, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll also support the Chief of Staff for the Audit & Risk Committee, helping to manage key governance processes and communications.

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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