Lead Risk Specialist - Enterprise Risk

National Grid • Waltham, MA

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About The Position

The Lead Risk Specialist advises on and oversees the day-to-day application of National Grid’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework through risk management processes and related activities. The role supports delivery of the Group-wide ERM Framework, ensuring conformance with internal policies, methodology, and relevant regulations. It reports to the Risk Manager and works closely with New York and UK counterparts to coordinate risk management advice and activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in risk management or a related discipline.
• Experience operating within the Three Lines Model, leading Enterprise Risk Management initiatives, and presenting risk insights to senior leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using data visualization tools such as Power BI and GRC platforms to support risk assessment, reporting, and decision-making.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex risk concepts into clear, actionable leadership insights.
• Ability to provide risk expertise, effective challenge, and strategic advice to stakeholders and senior leaders.
• Ability to work without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Professional risk management certification such as CRMP, ERMCP, or CRM, or an equivalent professional qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and continuous application of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework across assigned business areas, including risk identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting.
• Advise assigned business areas on risk matters and provide constructive challenge to support informed decision-making.
• Provide analysis, challenge, and advisory support to First Line Risk Owners for Quarterly Risk Reviews and other risk management activities.
• Prepare risk reporting, governance committee materials, and group submissions covering key risks, mitigation progress, emerging issues, and control gaps.
• Lead risk management projects and initiatives that advance business objectives and ERM priorities.
• Build stakeholder relationships to strengthen risk awareness, accountability, and risk culture across the business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior