Risk Manager Graduate - Edinburgh Park

ScottishPower; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in Edinburgh is seeking a Risk Management professional to support project planning and compliance within infrastructure upgrades. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and a passion for the energy sector, with strong analytical and communication skills. Join a company dedicated to sustainability and inclusivity in helping transition to clean energy.

Qualifications

• Interest in risk management and the energy sector.
• A driving licence (or working towards it).

Responsibilities

• Support project risk planning and mitigation for major infrastructure upgrades.
• Help ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulations.
• Analyse data to inform investment decisions and asset planning.
• Create and maintain risk registers, dashboards, and reports.
• Join site visits and observe how risk controls are applied in real-world settings.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

A 2:2 or above in Finance, Economics, Business, Risk Management, Maths, Legal, Engineering or similar

Job description

Help manage the risks that keep the lights on

Join our Risk Management team and play a key role in making sure our energy projects are delivered safely on time, and within budget. You’ll work on real infrastructure projects and learn how risk is identified, assessed, and managed across the electricity network.

What you’ll be doing

• Support project risk planning and mitigation for major infrastructure upgrades
• Help ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulations
• Analyse data to inform investment decisions and asset planning
• Create and maintain risk registers, dashboards, and reports
• Join site visits and observe how risk controls are applied in real-world settings

Why SP Energy Networks?

We’re powering the journey to Net Zero. As one of the UK’s key electricity network operators, we’re upgrading infrastructure, embracing innovation, and helping communities transition to clean energy.

You’ll be part of a company that values diversity, inclusion, and sustainability—and supports your growth every step of the way.

What you’ll bring

• A 2:2 or above in Finance, Economics, Business, Risk Management, Maths, Legal, Engineering or similar
• Interest in risk management and the energy sector
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• A driving licence (or working towards it)

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You must have the right to work in the UK by September 2026. Check out our FAQs for more info.

Closing date: 4thJanuary 2026*

*We encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible as we reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.

We’re committed to inclusion

At SP Energy Networks, we welcome people of all backgrounds. We believe diverse perspectives lead to better ideas and stronger teams. Join us in building a more inclusive and sustainable future.