Risk Manager

Job Description

Risk Manager – Electronics Division Drive effective risk management, influence key decisions and support successful project delivery. Our client is a major aerospace, defence, and security company. They are seeking an experienced Risk Manager to support the implementation, governance and continuous improvement of Project Risk Management across their Electronics Division. This is a contract position and can be based from client sites in either Southampton or Basildon. This role will require mostly on-site working. This is a senior role offering the opportunity to work closely with Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) and senior stakeholders, providing independent oversight, expert guidance and constructive challenge to ensure project risks and opportunities are effectively managed. You will play a key role in embedding a proactive risk management culture, improving decision-making and strengthening project delivery confidence across multiple sites. Key Responsibilities Provide independent risk oversight, assurance and constructive challenge to ensure compliance with policies, standards and governance requirements. Support the development and continuous improvement of the Risk Management framework and processes. Guide project teams in risk identification, assessment, mitigation and ongoing management. Undertake quantitative risk analysis, including Monte Carlo modelling, to assess residual risk, inform contingency setting and support project forecasting. Produce clear, timely risk reports, analysing trends and predictive insights to identify systemic issues and improvement opportunities. Facilitate risk workshops, review risk registers and mitigation plans, and support governance forums, audits and customer-facing deliverables. What You'll Bring Significant experience in project or programme risk management, with a strong understanding of risk frameworks, governance and assurance. Strong analytical and numerical skills, including quantitative risk analysis and Monte Carlo techniques. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence at senior levels. The ability to facilitate workshops, present complex information clearly and coach others. Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word. If you are an experienced risk professional who can combine technical expertise with stakeholder influence and continuous improvement, we would welcome your application TPBN1_UKTJ