Risk Manager – Rail Sector – Up to £45,000
Central London | Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home)
I am working with a leading rail operator in Central London seeking a proactive Risk Manager to join their Project Management Office (PMO). This role is key to strengthening risk oversight, reporting and governance across a complex programme portfolio.
Purpose of the Role
*Support the PMO in monitoring Strategic, Business, Programme and Project risks.
*Analyse data and ensure accurate, timely information flow between Project Teams and Governance Boards.
*Provide analytical support to the Programme and wider PMO.
*Develop risk management capability, coordinating assurance activities and reporting.
*Manage project management software and support reporting processes.
Key Accountabilities
*Maintain and improve frameworks, processes and standards for risk management.
*Ensure accurate project documentation across programmes.
*Embed and enhance the RAIDO (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies & Opportunities) Framework.
*Coach colleagues to promote proactive risk management.
*Engage senior stakeholders to identify and update Programme, Strategic and Business risks.
*Lead assurance reviews and RAIDO reporting.
*Facilitate risk forums and challenge mitigation actions.
*Produce timely RAIDO reports.
*Train new starters on Workfront.
*Work with data owners to ensure accurate, consistent reporting.
*Support Power BI reporting and deputise for the Reporting Systems Analyst.
*Assess processes and compliance checks, making improvement recommendations.
*Lead ad hoc projects to enhance governance, reporting and delivery efficiency.
Knowledge & Experience
*Understanding of project lifecycles, governance and assurance.
*Experience supporting complex projects/programmes within a PMO or delivery function.
*Strong understanding of RAIDO and project reporting.
*Proficient in Power BI, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project and Visio.
*Experience using Workfront or willingness to learn.
*Experience with Box/SharePoint desirable.
*Ability to review project documentation (e.g. scopes, PIDs).
Skills
*Excellent organisation, communication and stakeholder engagement.
*Strong writing and presentation skills with high attention to detail.
*Ability to manage large volumes of information.
*Strong analytical skills (quantitative and qualitative).
*Proactive and adaptable in a fast-paced PMO environment.
Qualifications
*Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
*PMO/Project Management/Business Analysis qualification desirable.