Senior Risk Analyst

TN United Kingdom; Inverness; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Scotland seeks a Senior Risk Analyst to guide project risk management activities. The role involves leading risk reviews, coordinating risk reporting, and fostering collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in risk management and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Healthcare Discounts

Gym Membership Discounts

Online GP Access

24/7 Counselling

Interest-free Loans

Maternity Leave

Adoption Leave

Paternity Leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in risk management or project services in large infrastructure.
• Expertise in Quantitative Risk Analysis and risk methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk reviews, maintain project risk registers, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project risk exposure and prepare risk models for assessments.

Skills

Risk Management

Quantitative Risk Analysis

Communication

Organizational Skills

Networking

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Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations – Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness.

Salary: £42,600 - £64,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available

The Role

Reporting to the Risk Lead and Head of Risk (Offshore), the Senior Risk Analyst will take a leadership role in guiding project risk management activities across Offshore Directorate projects. They will ensure risks are thoughtfully identified, assessed, and mitigated. Collaborating closely with project teams, they will foster a supportive, inclusive environment to drive effective risk management processes and assist in programme-wide decision-making.

You Will

• Lead risk reviews proactively, maintain and update project risk registers, develop mitigation strategies, ensure high-quality risk data, and escalate critical risks for programme action.
• Monitor and analyse project risk exposure, identify emerging trends and challenges, prepare risk models for assessments, and coordinate risk analysis around key milestones.
• Coordinate comprehensive risk reporting, refine reporting processes, and ensure alignment with project cost and schedule considerations.
• Build strong relationships with Procurement, Commercial, Planning, Cost, and Project Management teams to ensure risk identification and analysis are integrated seamlessly.
• Own project risk data, ensure its accuracy, and drive system improvements for better insights.

You Have

• Proven experience in risk management or project services within large infrastructure investment programmes, with a solid understanding of risk management in complex capital projects.
• Expertise in Quantitative Risk Analysis (QCRA/QSRA), with knowledge of risk methods and tools across cost, schedule, and scope.
• Ability to clearly communicate risks to diverse stakeholders, translating complex issues into accessible insights and practical actions.
• Exceptional organisational and planning skills, with adaptability to shifting project demands while maintaining quality.
• Strong networking, coordination, and influencing skills, with a collaborative approach and pragmatic mindset to analyze challenges and deliver evidence-based recommendations.

About SSE

SSE aims to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity and investing over £20 billion in energy infrastructure, with more in the pipeline. We own and operate the electricity transmission network across northern Scotland, ensuring safe and reliable energy supply. We're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner energy and building a network for net zero to secure power for future generations.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on healthcare and gym memberships, wellbeing benefits like online GP and 24/7 counselling, interest-free loans for tech and transport, and family entitlements like maternity, adoption, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE provides reasonable adjustments to support your application. Contact Stephanie at or 01738 342963 for assistance. We promote an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application via the Apply Now box. We only accept online applications. We will contact you after the closing date. Successful applicants will need to pass criminality and credit checks before starting.