Enterprise Risk Analyst

Support the Enterprise Risk Management team by assisting with risk analysis, reporting, business planning, and process improvement while developing a career in enterprise and project risk management.

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.