Strategic Risk and Compliance Director

2 weeks ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Digital Waffle Full time
About the Role

At Digital Waffle, we are seeking a seasoned Governance, Risk, and Compliance Manager to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role requires someone who can ensure our organisation's adherence to global regulations and standards while developing and managing comprehensive risk management strategies.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders, supporting them in meeting their compliance obligations and managing risks across the business and its subsidiaries.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement governance frameworks to identify and escalate risks and compliance matters effectively.
  • Guide stakeholders through regulatory requirements to achieve compliant and effective outcomes.
  • Oversee risk identification, evaluation, and mitigation processes to help senior management understand their risk profile and mitigation strategies.
  • Manage and maintain a global Risk Register with accurate and up-to-date information readily available.
  • Maintain a central repository of regulations and certifications to clarify compliance requirements for all regions.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to address any issues affecting regulatory compliance.
  • Coordinate attestations and regulatory audits across 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.
Person Specification
  • Significant experience in governance, risk, and compliance, preferably 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 implementation and monitoring experience.
  • Excellent communication skills to present complex concepts clearly to senior stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary range of £75k + Bonus, depending on experience. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work flexibly with colleagues across different time zones and locations when necessary.



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