Risk Manager

• Risk Manager
• Based at Manchester Airport
• Permanent position
• Competitive salary

Why MAG

Every year, Manchester Airport connects over 31 million passengers with more than 200 destinations across the globe. As the third largest airport in the UK, Manchester is also in the top 20 airports in Europe. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, Manchester Airport supports over 19,000 jobs onsite and generates around £7.75bn each year for the region. 

Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities.  Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities. 

At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. You’ll also have access to some great benefits including: 

• Bonus scheme 

• 10% company contribution pension 

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 

• Free parking 

• Subsidised public transport 

• Huge range of company discounts 

• 2 volunteering days per year 

• Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 

• Care Concierge service  

The role

The Operational Risk Manager will lead the development of a strong risk-aware culture across the organisation, ensuring risks are identified, managed and controlled effectively.

They will oversee the organisation’s risk profile, supporting teams to maintain clear and up to date risk registers and implement practical control measures. The role will also work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to manage key corporate risks and ensure controls remain effective.

In addition, the role will develop KPIs and reporting to ensure risks are clearly tracked, prioritised and escalated when needed.

What will make you successful in this role

• Possess a qualification in risk management with practical application of experience.
• Demonstrable experience of using data analysis tools and techniques to support the timely and accurate provision of risk information
• Experience developing and maintaining risk management systems
• Confident in making presentations to varied audiences
• Knowledge and experience undertaking risk assessments and implementing mitigation as required
• Experience in the coordination of, and support to, senior governance forums
• Ability to function effectively and deliver activities across multiple functions in a fast-paced environment to meet high pressure deadline
• Experience of being able to prioritise workloads according to changing demands
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills; ability to think in a creative and innovative manner
• Leadership skills to influence and support senior leaders. 
• Technical skills including proficiency in Microsoft (word, excel, Visio, PowerPoint, Access).

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

We’re building something brilliant at MAG: a diverse team of Journey Makers who share our values and want to make a difference. We’re on a mission to be number one in our industry, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across our airports and businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine.

Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you – even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We’re committed to helping you perform at your best.

At MAG, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that: Women’s Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), RespectABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global ID&E Affinity Group.