Risk Officer

Rolls-Royce SMR Limited; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bonus: 12.5%

Pension: 6% employee / 12% employer

Life assurance (6x)

Income protection (50%)

New joiner payment (£250)

Flexible working

Job summary

Rolls-Royce SMR Limited is seeking a Risk Officer to join the PMO Risk team on a hybrid basis from Manchester, Warrington or Derby. You will support risk data management, reporting and systems administration in a regulated nuclear environment.

You will produce dashboards, help maintain risk registers, and provide guidance to Risk Managers and Programme teams. The role suits candidates with risk, PMO or data analysis experience and a proactive, collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting risk management activities within a project or programme.
• Understanding of risk management principles, processes and governance.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present it clearly.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and improving risk data in Risk Management Information Systems (ARM).
• Producing regular and ad-hoc risk reports and dashboards using ARM, Power BI and Excel.
• Supporting Risk Managers and stakeholders in applying risk processes consistently.
• Performing data quality reviews and maintaining risk registers.
• Identifying trends and insights to support decision-making.
• Assisting with development of risk guidance, training materials and user support.

Skills

Risk management

Data analysis

Reporting

Stakeholder communication

Tools

ARM (Active Risk Manager)

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Risk Officer - CEZ Location: Hybrid based from either Manchester, Warrington or Derby Salary: We anticipate paying a salary in the £44,550.00 - £58,450.00 range

The Role

As part of the PMO Risk team, the Risk officer will play a key role in supporting the effective operation of risk management processes across Rolls‑Royce SMR. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Risk, you will provide analytical, reporting and systems support to Risk Managers, Risk Champions and Programme teams across the business. You will help ensure risk data remains accurate and meaningful, support the administration of our risk management systems, and deliver high-quality reporting that enables informed decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong analytical skills and an interest in risk management to develop their career within a complex, fast-paced and highly regulated environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the maintenance and continual improvement of risk data within our Risk Management Information Systems, including Active Risk Manager (ARM).
• Producing regular and ad-hoc risk reports, dashboards and analysis using tools such as ARM, Power BI and Excel.
• Supporting Risk Managers and stakeholders in the consistent application of risk management processes.
• Performing risk data quality reviews and helping maintain effective risk registers.
• Identifying trends, insights and emerging themes from risk information to support decision-making.
• Supporting risk reviews, workshops and action tracking activities.
• Providing practical system support and guidance to users of risk management tools.
• Assisting with the development of risk management guidance, training materials and user support documentation.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of risk reporting, data quality and risk management capability across the business.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re interested in hearing from candidates who have experience within risk, PMO, project controls, programme delivery, data analysis or related business support functions. You will ideally bring:

• Practical experience supporting risk management activities within a project, programme or business environment.
• An understanding of risk management principles, processes and governance.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data clearly.
• Experience producing reports and dashboards for a range of stakeholders.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• The ability to build effective working relationships and communicate confidently with stakeholders at different levels.
• A proactive, collaborative and customer‑focused approach.

Desirable Experience

Experience in any of the following areas would be advantageous, but is not essential:

• Active Risk Manager (ARM) or other Risk Management Information Systems (RMIS).
• Power BI or other reporting and visualisation tools.
• Project controls, schedule risk, cost risk or quantitative risk analysis.
• Microsoft Copilot and wider Microsoft 365 tools.
• Nuclear, engineering, infrastructure, manufacturing or other complex project environments.
• Risk management, project management or data analysis qualifications.

What’s in it for you? Reward & benefits

• Salary: £44,550.00 - £58,450.00
• Cash Benefits allowance: £2,200
• Bonus: target of 12.5%
• Holiday: 29 days + bank holidays
• Pension: Standard Rolls‑Royce SMR pension 6% employee / 12% employer contribution
• Other benefits: 6x life assurance, 50% income protection, £250 new joiner payment
• Flexible working options can be discussed
• Pay Range: £42,000.00 - £55,125.00

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.

Our Application Process

Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:

• 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

We are Rolls‑Royce SMR

A career with Rolls‑Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission. Rolls‑Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls‑Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low‑carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years. With its Rolls‑Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future. We’re proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we’re a strengths‑based organisation. Our people are here because of what makes them exceptional - and our role is to help them make the most meaningful contribution of their careers, doing work they love. We offer opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths. At Rolls‑Royce SMR you can develop your career by exploring roles and challenges that align with your unique talents.

Our culture

At Rolls‑Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge. Rolls‑Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.

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 can thrive.

What we offer At Rolls‑Royce SMR, our reward offering is focused on recognising you for your efforts and motivate you to continue achieving. Our rewards and benefits scheme are designed for employees to have complete control. By providing complete autonomy, you can focus on what’s important to you. Whether it’s investments, insurances or wellbeing, it’s in your hands. Work is an activity, not a place. We understand due to commitments and lifestyle; the world of work has evolved beyond the 9 - 5. Whether its varied hours or hybrid working, our flexible working arrangements make it possible for employees to achieve a true work life balance.

At Rolls‑Royce SMR, we don’t just want you to contribute, we want you to grow. We have open dialogue with our employees to understand the ambitions for their career and set plans to achieve them. Whether it’s helping you obtain formal qualifications or pairing you with a mentor, Rolls‑Royce SMR will provide you with a fulfilling career.

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