Group Risk Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing renewable energy company seeks a Risk Manager to establish and lead risk management frameworks across their operations. This role is pivotal in shaping the company's approach to operational and regulatory risk, making it a career-defining opportunity for experienced candidates in the field. Join a purpose-led organization dedicated to innovation and sustainable practices, and help build a robust risk function that supports long-term success.

Qualifications

• Degree in finance or business required.
• Experience in risk management within financial services essential.
• Knowledge of FCA compliance highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational risks across development and operational sites.
• Establish risk frameworks tailored to renewable energy.
• Produce risk reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Governance knowledge

Education

Degree in finance, business, or related field

FRM or PRM certification

Job description

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Posted:

06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Location: Bristol (Hybrid: 3 days in-office, Tuesday–Thursday

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

This is a great opportunity for a risk all-rounder to run Risk for a rapidly growing Bristol-based Renewables company. We are looking for someone who can roll their sleeves up and 'do the doing' as well as formulate risk strategy for the whole organisation. Read on!

Lead Risk Strategy in a Dynamic, Purpose-Led Environment

A rapidly growing company operating across the renewable energy and financial services sectors is seeking a strategic and experienced Risk Manager. This is a newly created role within an expanding organisation focused on the full lifecycle of solar, wind, and battery energy storage assets. The position offers a rare opportunity to shape a comprehensive risk management function that spans regulated and operational entities.

This role is ideally suited to a professional with a strong background in operational risk or similar discipline, who is looking to take the lead in building a centralised risk framework with meaningful, long-term impact.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Group General Counsel, the Risk Manager will establish and embed risk management frameworks across the organisation. With a diverse portfolio of assets and operations, the role will involve identifying, assessing, and managing risks across construction, operations, decommissioning, regulatory compliance, cyber security, supply chain, and more.

Key Duties Include:

• Overseeing operational risks across the development pipeline and operational sites.
• Supporting compliance monitoring and regulatory risk management for FCA-regulated entities within the group.
• Driving the development of governance structures, including contributing to the formation of risk committees.
• Leading or supporting cross-functional working groups focused on policies, crisis management, information security, and outsourcing risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish a comprehensive, fit-for-purpose risk framework tailored to the renewable energy and investment environment.
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation
• Conduct thorough risk assessments across all business areas and propose strategic mitigation plans.
• Regulatory Compliance
• Ensure adherence to FCA regulations and other relevant compliance requirements in partnership with legal and compliance teams.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Engage with functions such as Legal, ESG, IT, Finance, HR, Procurement, and Project Delivery to embed best practices and manage third-party and outsourcing risks.
• Governance and Reporting
• Produce detailed risk reports for senior leadership and boards. Support future governance evolution and crisis readiness planning.
• Culture and Training
• Promote risk awareness, deliver training, and support the embedding of a strong risk-conscious culture across the group.
• Other Duties
• Comply with GDPR and data security protocols, health and safety requirements, and any additional tasks aligned with the business needs.

Candidate Profile

• Degree-qualified in finance, business, or a related field. Advanced certifications such as FRM or PRM are advantageous.
• Proven experience in risk management within financial services, preferably with exposure to renewable energy or infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of FCA compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively across departments.

Organisational Environment

The successful candidate will join a legal and compliance function that works collaboratively with HSEQ and other central teams. The group operates throughout the lifecycle of energy assets, including investment, development, operations, and asset management. The organisation supports both regulated and non-regulated clients and is committed to delivering the highest standards of governance.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a risk professional to help build something enduring within a values-led, forward-thinking organisation.

Apply now to play a pivotal role in shaping group-wide risk management and governance.