Governance and Risk Management Lead

1 day ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Mitie Full time

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Governance, Risk, and Compliance professional to lead the development and implementation of governance frameworks, risk management policies, and procurement processes. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of regulatory requirements, risk assessment, and policy creation, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

  1. Maintain accurate and relevant governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with regulations and organisational policies. Lead risk assessments to monitor and manage risks, collaborating with key stakeholders to develop mitigation plans and establish control measures.
  2. Develop and maintain up-to-date content on the Procurement homepage, SharePoint, and external Supplier site. Conduct regular policy reviews and updates, ensuring they remain relevant and effective.
  3. Create training materials and deliver training sessions on governance, risk, and compliance topics. Foster a culture of compliance and governance throughout the team by promoting awareness of key policies and processes. Identify opportunities for improvements and implement best practices that enhance efficiency and reduce risks.
  4. Lead the integration of sustainability, ethical practices, and corporate responsibility into governance and risk management frameworks. Ensure adherence to relevant policies, regulations/industry standards, and ESG reporting requirements. Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure ongoing compliance.
  5. Track performance metrics and share reporting insights for management on governance, risk, and policy adherence.
  6. Ensure consistent application of procurement policies and processes for best-in-class practices. Maintain accurate and relevant content on the Procurement homepage, SharePoint, and external Supplier site. Ensure compliance with Group information security policies.
  7. Deliver policy workshops, provide training, and develop documentation to ensure clear understanding and adherence to processes.

Salary: £65,000 - £80,000 per annum

About Mitie: We are a leading facilities management company dedicated to delivering exceptional services and creating a positive impact on our clients and communities.

Your Skills and Qualifications:

  1. Candidates should be educated to degree level or possess equivalent professional experience and qualifications in Procurement, risk management, or a related field.
  2. Proven experience in procurement, governance, risk management, policy development.
  3. Experience in designing and implementing governance frameworks, policies, and risk management processes.
  4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and P2P systems is required.

Benefits: Our benefits package includes access to flexible lifestyle benefits, financial wellbeing assistance, cycle-to-work scheme, life cover, enhanced pension contributions, and more.



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