Senior Risk Analyst - Inside IR35 - SC Cleared

We are seeking a Risk Analyst to join the programme’s risk management function. Working closely with the Risk Lead, this role will be responsible for the day-to-day management of risks across the programme, ensuring accurate tracking, analysis, and reporting. The Risk Analyst will play a pivotal role in embedding good risk management practices into delivery teams, and will deputise for the Risk Lead where required.Key Responsibilities

• Support the Risk Lead in implementing and maintaining risk management frameworks across the programme.
• Own the day-to-day operation of risk registers, ensuring all risks are captured, analysed, categorised, and updated with appropriate mitigations.
• Conduct detailed risk assessments at project and workstream level, escalating key risks where necessary.
• Produce regular risk reporting and dashboards to inform governance and support senior stakeholder decision-making.
• Facilitate risk workshops and engage with delivery teams to identify new risks and strengthen risk awareness.
• Ensure compliance with recognised standards, including ISO 31000 and Management of Risk (MoR) principles.
• Provide clear recommendations on risk treatment, control measures, and contingency planning.
• Deputise for the Risk Lead when required, presenting risks to governance forums and supporting senior stakeholders.

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in project or business risk management within large or complex programmes.
• Hands-on background in maintaining and managing risk registers and related reporting.
• Familiarity with ISO 31000 standards and MoR frameworks.
• Experience facilitating workshops and engaging with stakeholders to capture and manage risks.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate risks and mitigations.
• Relevant risk management qualifications (e.g., MoR Foundation/Practitioner, IRM, ISO31000 certification) desirable but not essential.