Risk Manager

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