Senior Risk Analyst

Role Overview

As Senior Risk Analyst you will be an integral part of a Nuclear Power Station project supporting delivery across Engineering Procurement & Manufacturing Construction and Commissioning.

The Risk function underpins three critical success factors:

• Integrated baseline delivery

• EPC critical path execution

• Achievement of key milestones through to Commercial Operation Date (COD)

The role operates within:

• A highly regulated nuclear environment overseen by the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR)

• A deeply embedded Nuclear Safety Culture

• A delivery framework prioritising Safety Quality Time and Cost in that order

You will act as the face of Risk Management within your nominated Programme/Area providing confidence to stakeholders that risks and opportunities are being robustly identified analysed managed and reported.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Governance & Assurance

• Own and assure the integrity of Risk and Opportunity data within the programme risk system (e.g. ARM)

• Ensure reporting is delivered to defined cycles with high-quality commentary on key drivers and performance impacts

• Maintain a comprehensive and current risk portfolio reflective of the programme position

• Review and challenge significant issues that may impact objectives

Risk Analysis & Integration

• Analyse risk data and connect insights across the wider project in collaboration with Project Controls Managers and Risk Leads

• Challenge uncertainties in risk data to support prioritisation and informed decision-making

• Ensure schedule and cost estimates are informed by high-quality risk analysis at both delivery and portfolio levels

• Support Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA) and related activities

Stakeholder Engagement & Workshops

• Facilitate risk workshops scenario planning sessions and opportunity reviews

• Support Programme/Area teams and where appropriate Tier 1 Contractors in assessing contractor-held risks

• Provide expert insight at Programme Reviews Board Meetings ROTCs and Portfolio Risk Reviews

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Produce and present accurate insightful Risk outputs using Power BI dashboards

• Manage and verify dashboard data and propose improvements

• Identify and implement enhancements to risk processes reporting and tools

• Lead Risk Management and Risk software training across Programme/Area teams and the PM community

Qualifications :

Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

• Degree (desirable) in Project Management Project Controls Engineering or related discipline

• Industry-recognised qualifications such as Management of Risk (MoR) Practitioner and/or APM Risk Level 2 (desirable)

Experience

• Demonstrable experience as a Risk Management expert within major infrastructure or complex project environments

• Strong knowledge of risk and wider project controls disciplines

• Experience working in nuclear or other highly regulated industries (desirable)

• Experience in construction or major capital projects (desirable)

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to deliver concise evidence-based risk insights to influence executive-level decision-making

• Strong understanding of integration between risk cost schedule and change management

• Excellent analytical critical thinking and problem-solving capability

• Confident facilitator capable of leading discussions with senior stakeholders and directors

• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and delegate

• High standards of governance assurance and data integrity

• Capability to coach and develop others in risk practices and software tools

• Ability to implement industry best practice to drive improved performance

Tools & Software

Expertise in (or equivalent to):

• ARM (Risk & Opportunity Management)

• Safran (QSRA)

• Power BI (Analytics & Dashboarding)

• Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint Access)

Additional Information :

Why Apply

Join Assystem and become a key player in delivering critical nuclear projects that shape the future of energy. Embrace this opportunity to excel in a dynamic environment where your expertise and leadership will drive global innovation.

Your Benefits Package

Hybrid Working Flexibility to work from home and the office
25 Days Annual Leave Bank Holidays
Buy & Sell Holiday Make your time off work for you
8% Company Pension Contributions
Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover
Competitive Sick Pay Support when you need it
Healthcare Cash Plan Claim back on dental optical & more
Free Digital Gym Access Expert-led fitness classes
Exclusive Discounts Restaurants days out & top brands
24/7 Employee Support Line Mental health financial & legal help
Cycle to Work Scheme Save money & go green
Free Flu Jabs & Eye Test Vouchers
Paid Professional Membership Fees
Volunteer Days Make a difference on company time

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills talent and our peoples ability to dare are the only things that matter!

Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills talent and our peoples ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time