Risk Specialist

Sanderson; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanderson is seeking a Principal Corporate Risk Specialist for a 12-month contract in Scotland. This role involves managing dynamic risk landscapes, such as climate adaptation and regulatory strategies. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse teams and simplify complex issues, contributing significantly to corporate risk practices across essential services.

Benefits

38 days of annual leave

Defined benefit pension scheme

Annual company bonus scheme

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level with relevant qualifications in risk.
• Demonstrable experience in practical risk management.
• Experience coaching others in team settings.

Responsibilities

• Act as main contact for risk on business planning.
• Identify and analyze key risks and opportunities.
• Prepare risk reports for senior leaders.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strong communication

Influencing skills

Education

Degree in risk or related field

Job description

This range is provided by Sanderson. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Location: Hybrid / Flexible (Edinburgh/Glasgow)

Contract: 12-month fixed term contract

Outsource UK is recruiting for a Principal Corporate Risk Specialist on behalf of a key public sector client in Scotland. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening corporate risk practices across an essential national service provider.

About the Role

You’ll join the Corporate Risk Team for a fixed-term period of 12 months. Your work will span a wide range of dynamic risk landscapes, from climate adaptation and infrastructure investment to regulatory strategy and long-term business planning.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Act as the main contact for risk on the 2027–33 business plan (SRC27)
• Identify, assess, and analyse key risks and opportunities
• Use or interpret Monte Carlo risk analysis (e.g. @Risk) to support decision-making
• Support and advise specific business areas on risk management
• Build strong, trust-based relationships across teams
• Promote a positive risk culture and embed best practices
• Prepare clear risk reports for senior leaders and governance groups
• Support external risk reporting in the Annual Report
• Provide assurance and constructive challenge to improve risk management

What You’ll Bring

• Educated to degree level and ideally holding a relevant qualification in risk or a related field.
• Demonstrable experience in practical risk management, with an excellent understanding of both qualitative and quantitative approaches.
• Strong communication and influencing skills—whether you’re facilitating a risk workshop, presenting insights, or drafting reports.
• Experience coaching or supporting others in a collaborative team setting.
• An analytical mindset, with the ability to both dive into technical detail and simplify complex issues for a broad audience.

Benefits & Work-Life Balance

• Hybrid working and flexibility to support your lifestyle.
• 38 days of annual leave including public holidays, plus the option to buy up to 5 extra days.
• Defined benefit pension scheme and generous life assurance.
• Annual company bonus scheme.
• Family-friendly policies and volunteer leave options.
• Access to reward programmes offering savings on travel, shopping, and more.

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If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in risk management with a team that values integrity, collaboration, and forward thinking, we’d love to hear from you.

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