Governance, Risk and Compliance Manager

1 month ago


BurtononTrent, United Kingdom Digital Waffle Full time
Job Title: Governance, Risk and Compliance Manager
Location: Burton-on-Trent (90% Remote)
Salary: £75k + Bonus

We are seeking a skilled Governance, Risk, and Compliance Manager to join our Compliance team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure our organisationâs adherence to global regulations and standards, while developing and managing comprehensive risk management strategies. You will work closely with senior leaders, supporting them in meeting their compliance obligations and managing risks across the business and its subsidiaries.
Key Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, PECR, HIPAA, PCI, SOC2, NIST, DORA, ISO27001), with experience in implementation and monitoring.
  • Building frameworks.
  • Setting up controls and policies.
  • Building best practices for each territory (multi-country).

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and implement governance frameworks to ensure that risks and compliance matters are identified and escalated appropriately.
  • Guide stakeholders through regulatory requirements, ensuring compliant and effective outcomes.
  • Oversee risk identification, evaluation, and mitigation processes, helping senior management understand their risk profile and mitigation strategies.
  • Manage and maintain the global Risk Register to ensure accurate and up-to-date information is readily available.
  • Maintain a central repository of regulations and certifications, ensuring clarity on compliance requirements in every region we operate.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to address any issues affecting regulatory compliance.
  • Coordinate attestations and regulatory audits across our global operations.
  • Lead training initiatives to improve staff understanding of compliance obligations, policies, and regulations.
  • Continuously monitor the regulatory environment to identify and prepare for potential changes.
  • Keep up to date with the latest compliance regulations and industry best practices.

Person Specification:

  • Significant experience in governance, risk, and compliance, ideally in industries such as SaaS, technology, telecommunications or similar.
  • Experience managing risk frameworks across multiple regions and entities, including risk appetite calibration and impact assessment.
  • Strong knowledge of regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, PECR, HIPAA, PCI, SOC2, NIST, DORA, ISO27001), with experience in implementation and monitoring.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting complex concepts clearly to senior stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Willingness to work flexibly with colleagues across different time zones and locations when necessary.


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