Risk, Issues and Opportunity Specialist

Job title: Risk, Issues and Opportunity Specialist

Company: Atomic Weapons Establishment


Job description: If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.Risk, Issues and Opportunity SpecialistLocation: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.Package: Up to 40k (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.Let us introduce the roleAWE is currently recruiting for a Risk, Issues and Opportunity Specialist.You will be a key part of a small team, supporting the Risk, Issues and Opportunities Manager by organising and tracking risks, issues & opportunities across the business function and meeting stakeholders of various levels across the organisation regularly to assess risk and mitigation plans and report progress to senior team.You will provide specialist risk knowledge, expertise, and support to a network of risk champions, supporting the tactical deployment of the corporate risk enterprise model (incl. processes and tools) within the business function.Who are we looking for?We do need you to have the following:Prior working experience in a business risk management role is essentialExcellent Stakeholder Management skillsThe confidence to present progress to a senior audienceWhilst not to be considered a tick list, we’d like you to have experience in some of the following:Experience using a Active Risk Manager (ARM) system or similar.Able to interpret tactical level data/information to support decision making.Experience of coaching others to aid understanding of risk and opportunity management approaches.Ability to multitask and prioritise workloads.Good analytical capability with a keen eye for detail and good problem-solving skills.You’ll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines.Some reasons we think you’ll love it here:AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave – 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave – 4 Weeks Full Pay.Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.The ‘Working at AWE’ page on our website is where you can find full details in the ‘AWE Benefits Guide’.Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically 3 days onsite per week.#LI-ZBNext steps:Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.Important things you need to know:

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.

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Location: Aldermaston, Berkshire

Job date: Sat, 05 Apr 2025 22:25:13 GMT

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