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Risk Manager
Risk Manager
West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA)
Who we’re looking for Are you an experienced and diverse Risk Manager looking to make a tangible impact? Do you thrive in an environment that shapes the future of the West Midlands, driving change and creating transformative projects?
Here’s your opportunity to lead and implement robust risk management systems for major capital projects—where your expertise will help shape communities and enable connectivity for people, jobs, and businesses.
This role is ideal for someone who:
- Is a proactive critical thinker with excellent stakeholder management skills
- Can drive organisational change, take ownership, and champion a culture of accountability
- Thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments and delivers under pressure
About the Role
Reporting directly to Senior Management, you’ll play a pivotal role in defining how WMCA manages risk across its largest portfolio of infrastructure projects in the region. Embedded within the portfolio office, you’ll ensure high standards of risk governance, integrate risk processes into programmes and projects, and support leadership in decision-making.
Your work will drive quality, resilience, and community-enriching outcomes, making a real difference in the lives of West Midlanders.
Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities
- Implement and coordinate best-practice risk management across all Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) projects and programmes, embedding it into project control disciplines for holistic decision-making.
- Support risk assessment workshops (qualitative & quantitative) by facilitating processes that enhance project resilience and successful mitigation strategies.
- Establish and maintain robust risk management systems, including:
- Risk matrices
- Escalation thresholds
- Clear process disciplines for identification, evaluation, and escalation
- Oversee risk assurance work under the broader integrated audit and assurance plan, ensuring adherence to governance frameworks.
- Be the subject matter expert in risk—advising stakeholders, guiding teams, and developing mitigation strategies where needed.
Operational & Strategic Focus
- Collaborate with programme/project teams to develop actionable risk plans, mitigation strategies, and dashboard reporting that aligns with organisational objectives.
- Analyse and review critical project elements:
- Cost & resource loading
- Dependencies, constraints, and milestones
- Critical path adjustments
- Maintain and improve risk management processes, ensuring long-term best practices through continuous refinement.
- Act as a bridge between senior leadership, project stakeholders, and teams to drive accountability, transparency, and proactive risk ownership.
Essential Requirements
✅ Degree-Level qualification in:
- Transport, Business Administration, Risk Management, or Project Management (or an equivalent subject area) OR
- Demonstrable equivalent experience in managing risk processes across complex programmes
✅ Proven experience in risk management for major infrastructure projects, including:
- Implementing and maintaining risk management systems and methodologies
- Leading qualitative and quantitative risk assessments (QRA)
- Establishing risk matrices, escalation protocols, and actionable mitigation strategies
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✅ Political and stakeholder sensitivity, with the ability to:
- Manage diverse internal and external relationships (including government/institutional bodies)
- Educate and mentor teams on risk governance best practices
✅ Project controls expertise, including:
- Development of project controls management processes
- Experience within portfolio and programme teams
- Familiarity with project life cycle phases and risk dependencies
✅ Operational capabilities such as:
- Multi-tasking in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
- Collaborative leadership within large multi-disciplinary teams
- Strong problem-solving and results-driven mind-set
Desirable Attributes
While not required, the following would strengthen your application:
- Experience in a local government or public sector transportation initiative
- Knowledge of smart technology/analytics integration into risk management
- Familiarity with critical path analysis and agile risk methodologies
Location & Working Arrangement
Primary Office: 16 Summer Lane (WMCA HQ)
- Hybrid work model: Minimum 2 days per week in office
- Requires on-site availability for key workshops and stakeholder engagement.
How to Apply
Step-by-Step Process
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Create your Careers Account Register with your name, email address, and password via the WMCA Careers Portal.
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Build Your Profile Upload your CV to automate population of career and education details.
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Write Your Supporting Statement Address each essential criterion clearly—Ideally, tailor it to showcase your experience in risk management, leadership, and project governance.
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Submit Your Application Review deeply and hit submit—no need for revisions later.
Important Application Notes:
- Your CV will be anonymised after submission. Evaluation is based solely on profile information.
- Use AI wisely: While guided outreach tools can assist, applications relying heavily on AI may be rejected. For tips, see the WMCA FAQs page.
- Accessibility friendly: If you require adjustments to the process (e.g., due to disability or other needs), contact the Recruitment Team (careers@wmca.org.uk).
Salary & Benefits
Salary Movement
- WMCA advertises salary ranges, with new hires typically starting at the lowest point. Exceptional candidates may be appointed above this level to secure the best fit.
- Year-on-year progression and performance-based increments encourage long-term growth.
Acclaimed Benefits Package
| Provider | Benefit | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Local Government Pension Scheme | Pension | One of the most generous schemes in the UK |
| Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) | Flexible retirement savings | Choose to boost your pension with tax/NI-free voluntary savings |
| Annual Leave | 31 days (including 2+ statutory public holidays) | Plus optional leave purchase |
| National Mobility | EV Car Allowance | Access to discounts on clean transportation solutions |
| Healthcare | Comprehensive plans | Priority access to employee-led health assessments |
| Wellbeing | Gym, will writing, mortgage advice discounts | Affordable memberships for mental & financial health tools |
| Bike Scheme | Discounted cycling equipment | E-bikes & adapted pedal cycles available |
| Volunteering | 3 days paid leave per year | For community volunteer work |
| Tech Funding | Interest-free financing through SmartTech | Purchase latest tech gadgets without upfront costs |
| Consumer Discounts | Partner with Costco, multi-retailer outlets | Unlimited access to UK attractions & hundreds of discounts |
| Eye Care | Complimentary eye test + contribution toward glasses | Basic healthcare covered with optical subsidies |
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Why Join WMCA?
Vision & Values
WMCA is laser-focused on enhancing the West Midlands by driving: ✔ Economic growth and job creation ✔ Affordable housing and job access ✔ Efficient transport networks
Our mission is simple: improve people’s lives every day through informed, collaborative investment. Your role will be key to delivering these outcomes.
Our Behaviours
We define how we work by these key principles:
- Collaborative: United across teams, partners, and customers for regional impact.
- Driven: Embodies focus, courage, and clarity to achieve tangible success.
- Inclusive: Commitment to belonging, psychological safety, and diversity so everyone thrives.
- Innovative: Curiosity-driven approach to smart solutions and improvement.
Committing to D&I
WMCA is a proud advocate for diversity: 🔹 Race Code Quality Mark 🔹 Gold-standard Armed Forces Covenant commitment 🔹 Inclusive Top 50 Employer and Top 50 for Women designation 🔹 Disability Confident ‘Leader’ status with inclusive hiring practices 🔹 Ban the Box policy—criminal history not considered until after an offer is made
We welcome traditionally underrepresented groups, emphasising potential and transferable skills. Part-time, flexible work, and job shares are often possible—check the role specifics for details.
Closing Reminders
📌 Right to Work: Valid UK work eligibility required (Visa holders, please see terms). 📌 Deadline: Applications close [insert date if known]; updates will be posted on the WMCA Careers Page.
Making a difference starts here. Are you ready to lead risk management in a dynamic, high-impact organisation? Apply now!
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