Risk Manager
4 weeks ago
United Utilities’ (UU) mission is to deliver high-quality water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.
A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service, in addition to 8 bank holidays
A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
Flexible and hybrid working
Our projects are designed to be environmentally and socially responsible and will offer you opportunities to learn and grow…It’s an exciting time to become a part of our overall PMO structure as our capital programme increases significantly over the next five years.
If you are passionate about making a positive difference for the North West of England and want to join us on our journey of transformation, we would love to hear from you. Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can utilise your complex projects/programme risk management expertise and drive on continuous improvement? If yes, then we have an exciting opportunity for you at United Utilities (UU) as a Senior Risk Manager.
As a Senior Risk Manager you will responsible for all risk and issue management within your delivery area, developing and enhancing risk and issue reporting frameworks and ensuring systems and processes are both streamlined and effective.
We are excited to offer you a flexible and hybrid working model that lets you balance your work and life and enjoy the benefits of working with us wherever you are. In-person attendance is required three days per week at our Lingley Mere, Warrington site to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance. Establish and execute robust processes and systems to control risks and seize opportunities on projects.
Maintain meticulous risk registers to document project & programme level threats and opportunities.
Collaborate with project teams, supply chain, and stakeholders to ensure thorough risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and reporting, escalating as needed.
Conduct and coordinate risk reviews, track mitigation efforts, provide stakeholder guidance, and stay abreast of project/programme developments to advise on risk management.
Administer risk and opportunities registers, ensuring accurate recording, consolidation, and coding of all risks, and updating responses to threats and opportunities.
Guarantee that threats and opportunities are accurately incorporated into programme and project baselines, budgets, and contingencies.
Lead the Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) process using appropriate risk modelling software.
Analyse historical project data to identify trends, lessons learned, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
Support the Programme Director and Project Manager in governing and setting risk management direction across work packages.
Degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
Substantial experience in Project Controls, Risk, and Issue Management.
Through understanding of risk management techniques, risk management systems and risk modelling software.
Facilitation skills with the ability to positively challenge stakeholders, and senior management.
IRM/APM or equivalent risk management qualification.
To help you achieve your goals, we offer a variety of voluntary benefits that you can select according to your needs and preferences.
Onsite gym and physio lounge with instructor-led gym classes and dedicated physiotherapist, onsite childcare and nursery, free parking and EV charging points, dedicated multi-faith/prayer rooms and free bus service for UU colleagues - Warrington only
MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
Salary Finance
Deals and discounts
EVolve Car Scheme
Employee Assistance Plan
MORE Choices flexible benefits
Enhanced parental leave schemes
You may be entitled to relocation expenses of up to £8,000 for this position.
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