Enterprise Risk Analyst

Location/s: Manchester, UK
Recruiter contact: Laura Kennedy

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. 

We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. 

Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you’re surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant.

Overview of the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Team in Mott MacDonald, providing support to the Group Enterprise Risk Manager and the Head of Risk, driving the ongoing development and execution of the Regional Enterprise Risk Management Program and related deliverables. The individual will be responsible for helping to facilitate our business through the complete lifecycle of the ERM process, with a focus on integrating risk management techniques into the organisation’s strategy and operational processes.

The role is perfect for a dynamic and ambitious recent graduate who is keen on learning and developing their career in Enterprise and Project Risk Management. The individual will assist the ERM Team in managing various Enterprise Risk Management activities as a primary objective which will also include elements of strategic and business planning, and project risk management. The candidate will be working with internal senior stakeholders and gaining valuable business acumen and perspectives from across the Group. The role will also include working closely with other teams and Subject Matter Experts at the centre of the Group. This role will require an understanding of risk identification, assessment and mitigation techniques and approaches which will enable this professional to be successful.

Key responsibilities and duties include:

• Involvement in various risk assessment processes by highlighting high risk areas and treatment plans to appropriately manage future vulnerabilities
• Focus is on supporting our Regions, to assist them in improving their overall business performance and achieving their business targets
• Facilitating the organisation through the complete lifecycle of the ERM process with a focus on integrating risk management techniques into the Company’s strategy, budgeting, and operational processes
• Assist in the development and annual planning for ERM activities, budgets, and resources
• Facilitate and coordinate requests for information from external constituents (auditors, regulators, and insurers)
• Support operation of the organisation’s Enterprise Risk Management platform
• Collate, aggregate, and create key performance indicators/metrics reports and assist management in the early identification of risk trends
• Provide assistance with automation of reports, dashboard reporting and scoping and selection of risk management solutions
• Assist with the production of training materials for the Group
• Assist in the facilitation of educational sessions to build risk management skills with the goal of embedding risk management activities into the organisation
• Create presentations, slides, graphics, tables as and when required – varying depending on intended audience and purpose of the meeting
• Conduct ERM analysis on various issues and trends, creating detailed reports to senior stakeholders
• Develop and manage annual communication plan and content for various stakeholders
• Responsible for driving execution of the plan and deliverables
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned or apparent

Candidate specification

Essential:

• A recent graduate with a degree in Business Administration, finance, risk management or related field required; advanced degrees also welcomed
• Willingness to pursue a risk qualification as part of ongoing development
• Ability to manage and execute multiple complex projects and tasks within required timelines and expectations required
• Working knowledge of information technology, tools and solutions particularly how systems and applications integrate with business processes and operations
• Ability to draw insight from data and information
• Excellent communication/influence skills to clearly communicate complex information both written and verbally are required, including reports; presentations; group facilitation skills; ability to develop strong professional relationships and networks internally/externally)
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to partner effectively across all levels, including the Board of Directors of the organization and develop positive and strong working relationships
• Demonstrated conceptual thinking and analytical skills with the ability to analyse complex problems that include interrelationships and dependencies in order to identify common themes and solutions
• Ability to work independently in a continuously changing environment and willingness to adapt and change to the growing requirements of the Program
• Inquisitive nature, resourceful, and ability to seek out information
• Energetic and positive outlook

Desirable:

• Early career professionals in Enterprise Risk Management

UK Immigration

Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.

Agile working  

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion 

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.

Accessibility

We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

Financial wellbeing

• We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
• Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary.
• Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury.
• Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.
• As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes.

Employee Ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.
• For our senior roles you will have a direct pathway towards ownership from day one.

Health and wellbeing

• Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
• Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments.
• Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues.
• A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family.
• Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too.

Lifestyle

• A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme.
• 10 days additional paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists and Cadet Force Adult Volunteers.
• Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years’ service.
• Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers.

 Enhanced family and carers leave

• Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
• Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay.
• Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid.
• We offer policies and dedicated support to help military families balance service life with career and wellbeing.

Learning and development

• Primary annual professional institution subscription.
• A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options.

Networks, communities, and social outcomes

• Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.
• We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and Gold Award holders in the MOD Employer Recognition Scheme, supported by our dedicated internal Armed Forces Network.
• Make a difference within our communities through our social outcomes.

Apply now, or for more information about our application process, click here.