Project Manager (Risk Management)

Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients.  We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications.  We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals. 

We are currently offering a new and exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and knowledgeable Project Manager, with expertise in Risk Management, to become a valuable addition to our dynamic team.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading and managing projects related to risk assessment, mitigation, and overall risk management. You will work closely with stakeholders to ensure that risks are effectively identified, analyzed, and addressed throughout the project lifecycle.

Here's what the role will look like...

• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets
• Manage the day-to-day activities of project teams
• Ensure project teams stay on task and on schedule
• Act as the primary point of contact between project teams and clients
• Monitor project progress and report on project status to upper management
• Identify project risks and develop risk mitigation plans
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards
• Streamline governance and efficient risk mitigation processes 
• Threat analysis / threat modelling and vulnerabilities management

Requirements

Required experience:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager, specifically working on risk management projects
• Strong knowledge and understanding of risk management principles, frameworks, and methodologies
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills
• Ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Experience in developing and implementing risk management strategies and plans
• Proficient in project management tools and software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Enhanced compliance management, ability to map to industry frameworks such as NIST 800-53, ISO27,0001, NCSC NIS CAF, COBIT, etc., 
• Relevant certifications such as PMI-RMP or PRINCE2 are highly desirable    

Benefits

At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success.

We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life.  In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package:

Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth.

Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance.  We can’t promise to always be able to meet every request, however are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can.

A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well-being, and insurance schemes, an employee assistance programme, discounted cash plan and more…..

At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement.  If you don’t tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience.  We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us.

If we can do anything to help make the hiring process more accessible, please let our talent acquisition team know when you apply so we can support any adjustments.