At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead risk management for major defence programmes and develop high-performing teams.
- Company: Join Mace, a leader in defence project management with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a car allowance, private medical insurance, and a pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunity to coach teams and influence senior stakeholders in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Shape governance and strategy while making a real impact on UK defence projects.
- Qualifications: 10-15 years of risk management experience and relevant degree required.
The predicted salary is between 58540 - 71548 £ per year.
Overview
As Risk Management Lead in Mace’s Defence team, you guide risk practices across major defence programmes, shaping governance and strategy.
You will lead and develop high-performing risk teams, and build trusted client relationships to support strategic decision-making.
This role sits at the intersection of risk, project controls and programme management, delivering value on high-profile UK defence projects.
A strong focus on professional standards and industry collaboration will help you advance Mace’s risk capability and client outcomes.
- Pay / Benefits
- Car allowance
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
- Income protection insurance
- Pension scheme
- Discretionary annual salary reviews
Responsibilities
- Direct risk management delivery across major commissions and programmes
- Act as senior risk management SME to clients and project teams
- Develop and implement risk strategies, frameworks, and governance processes
- Provide strategic risk advice to clients and senior stakeholders
- Manage complex risks and opportunities across large construction programmes
- Build and maintain trusted client relationships and meet expectations
- Influence and negotiate with senior stakeholders, including executives and board members
- Coach and mentor high-performing risk management teams
- Drive continuous improvement of risk management capability and service delivery
- Integrate risk activities with wider project controls and programme management
- Support business growth through client engagement, thought leadership and cross-selling
- Establish networks with professional bodies and industry peers to promote best practice
- Key requirements
- 10-15 years of risk management leadership experience on major construction programmes
- Relevant university degree (e. g. risk management, engineering) or equivalent
- Chartered (or equivalent) membership of professional institutions (e. g. APM/IRM)
- Active engagement with peers in professional bodies and contribution to professional knowledge
- Promotes Mace Group within professional networks in the UK and globally
- leadership
- stakeholder management
- coaching and mentoring
- risk management leadership
- risk frameworks and governance
- problem solving and strategic advisory
Risk Lead - Defence in London employer: Mace group
Mace is an exceptional employer that prioritises safety, diversity, and inclusivity, fostering a supportive work environment where every team member can thrive. As part of the Sizewell C project, you will engage in meaningful work at the forefront of the UK's climate change agenda, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. Our commitment to flexible working arrangements ensures that you can balance your career ambitions with personal well-being, making Mace a truly rewarding place to build your career.
