Risk & Due Diligence Manager, Risk & Resiliency

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a key player in risk management, where your expertise will shape the future of innovative cloud technologies. In this role, you'll collaborate with diverse teams to assess and mitigate risks associated with site selection and infrastructure development. Your insights will drive improvements across AWS’s global portfolio, ensuring resilience and efficiency. This dynamic environment values inclusivity and encourages bold ideas, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a significant impact in the tech industry. If you're passionate about engineering and risk management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or scientific discipline required.
• 5-7+ years of technical program or project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Guide expansion of Amazon facilities through site selection risk analysis.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and develop risk management initiatives.

Skills

Technical Program Management

Risk Management

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

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AWS EMEA SARL (UK Branch)

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

Play a leading role in risk management at Amazon, where we have a history and tradition of leading the world in innovative technologies and services. As a member of the Amazon Web Services’ Risk and Resiliency team, you will partner with stakeholders across the organization to shape the future of AWS’ evolving risk landscape. You will play a key role in site selection and site due diligence for new and existing AWS regions. This involves compiling and analyzing site-specific information that may impact development costs, schedules, or present risks to datacenter infrastructure operation. This may include assessment of (i) permitting and land use data, (ii) utility availability and reliability, (iii) natural hazard exposure, (iv) environmental risks, (v) adjacency risks, and (vi) legal risks. You will engage, direct, and manage external consultants and experts to analyze risks and develop mitigations. Additionally, you will drive continuous assessment of hazards and risks across AWS’s global datacenter portfolio, identifying, assessing, and prioritizing risks and mitigations to improve infrastructure resilience. Regular engagement with stakeholders and reporting to AWS leaders will ensure risks are appropriately identified, communicated, and managed.

AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS):

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of AWS’s global infrastructure, supporting all data centers and equipment to ensure continual service for customers. We work on challenging problems with many variables impacting the supply chain, seeking talented individuals eager to contribute.

You will join a diverse team of engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. Collaboration across AWS will help us deliver high safety and security standards while providing extensive capacity cost-effectively. We foster an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers ownership.

Key job responsibilities

• Guide expansion of Amazon facilities and services through site selection risk analysis and due diligence.
• Assess real estate, engineering, construction, policy, planning, and business development considerations.
• Review and prioritize risk mitigation recommendations, secure funding, and manage projects.
• Coordinate internal teams and manage relationships with consultants and experts.
• Present assessment results to stakeholders and leaders to align risk management strategies.
• Identify process improvement opportunities, drive efficiencies, and develop risk management initiatives.
• Develop and monitor internal metrics, goals, and KPIs for continuous improvement.

About the team

Amazon values diverse experiences and encourages candidates even if they do not meet all preferred qualifications to apply. Whether starting your career, following an unconventional path, or possessing alternative experiences, your application is welcomed.

Why AWS? AWS is the world’s most comprehensive cloud platform, pioneering cloud computing with a broad suite of trusted products and services used worldwide. We prioritize work/life balance, offering flexibility to support your success at work and home. Our inclusive culture promotes knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and career growth, aiming to become Earth’s Best Employer.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or scientific discipline, or equivalent experience
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• 5-7+ years of technical program or project management experience
• Multidisciplinary concept/preliminary design experience
• Background in civil engineering, architecture, environmental sciences, or similar

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
• 3+ years leading due diligence, design, engineering, or land development for large infrastructure projects
• Master's degree in engineering or scientific discipline, or equivalent experience
• Licensed professional engineer/architect or equivalent technical certification