Risk Manager

Rolls-Royce SMR; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cash benefits allowance

Annual bonus

29 days annual leave

Pension contributions

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Home Office Support

Job summary

Rolls-Royce SMR is seeking a Risk Manager to join the Programme Management Office (PMO). The role involves leading and supporting a network of risk professionals across the programme, with hybrid working arrangements across Warrington, Manchester or Derby.

You will drive risk registers, facilitate reviews, and provide analytics to inform decisions. A recognised risk management qualification and experience in major infrastructure or complex programmes are preferred.

Qualifications

• Recognised risk management qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Experience applying risk management methodologies/frameworks such as ISO 31000.
• Experience in major infrastructure, engineering or complex programme environments.

Responsibilities

• Drive development, maintenance and assurance of programme and work package risk registers.
• Facilitate risk reviews, workshops and health checks to identify and manage risk.
• Provide expert risk management guidance, reporting and analysis to stakeholders.
• Support Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) activities and AI-based risk analytics.

Skills

Risk management

ISO 31000

Stakeholder engagement

QRA

AI analytics

Education

Professional risk management qualification

Tools

QRA software

AI analytics tools

Job description

Risk Manager (Programme Risk)

Location: Warrington, Manchester or Derby

Salary: £63,600.00 - £83,500.00 depending on experience

Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) provides a British solution to a global energy challenge. We are uniquely positioned to become a global leader in SMRs and deliver one of the UK's most exciting clean energy programmes.

The Programme Management Office (PMO) plays a critical role in turning ambition into delivery. Working across major programmes and business functions, the team provides the governance, insight and controls that help drive informed decision‑making, manage uncertainty and support successful programme outcomes.

In this context, we are looking for a Risk Manager to join our PMO team, reporting to the Senior Risk Manager. Leading and supporting a network of risk professionals across the programme, this is a high‑profile opportunity to shape how risk management is embedded, measured and continuously improved across a nationally significant infrastructure programme.

What you'll be doing

• Driving the development, maintenance and assurance of programme and work package risk registers.
• Facilitating risk reviews, workshops and health checks to identify, assess and manage risk effectively.
• Providing expert risk management guidance, reporting and analysis to stakeholders across the business.
• Supporting Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) activities and helping advance innovative approaches, including the adoption of AI in risk management and analytics.

As you can see, this is a pivotal role within our organisation. You'll bring a collaborative mindset, sound judgement, and the ability to influence and engage stakeholders across a complex programme environment.

What we're looking for

• A recognised risk, project management or related professional qualification, or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Experience applying recognised risk management methodologies and frameworks, such as ISO 31000 or equivalent best practice approaches.
• Experience supporting risk management activities within major infrastructure, engineering, manufacturing, construction, or complex programme environments.
• Strong knowledge of risk reporting, quantitative risk analysis, governance, and stakeholder engagement.

Location

We offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements. You'll be expected to regularly attend one of our office locations, including Warrington, Manchester or Derby, in line with programme and stakeholder requirements.

What's in it for you?

• A base salary between £63,600.00 - £83,500.00
• Cash benefits allowance of £2,200
• Annual bonus opportunity of up to 12.5%
• 29 days' annual leave plus public holidays
• 6% employee to 12% employer pension contributions
• Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover
• Life Assurance - 6× pensionable pay
• Home Office Support - £250 one-off payment for new starters.
• The opportunity to grow your career in a rapidly expanding organisation that is shaping the future of clean energy

Pay Range

£60,000.00

£78,750.00

Why Join Us?

You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:

• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
• A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector‑jump, please get in touch - we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.

Our Application Process

• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check