Head of Governance, Risk and Compliance

£75000 - £80000 per annum + 30 days AL, Hybrid

City of London, London

posted 08 Apr 25

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Head of Governance, Risk and Compliance

£75000 - £80000 per annum + 30 days AL, Hybrid

Apply now

About this role

Head of Information Security - Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
Location: Hybrid - London & home working
Contract: Blended working model (Highly Remote)
Salary: Competitive + benefits
30 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Are you a seasoned InfoSec leader with a passion for governance, risk and compliance? We're looking for a Head of Information Security (GRC) to shape and drive the next phase of our security operations.

As part of a wider digital transformation, this role offers a rare opportunity to influence and mature GRC practices, embed security into the DNA of the organisation, and build a truly impactful culture of awareness.

What you'll be doing:

  • Leading and evolving the information security governance framework, ensuring robust, scalable policies and standards.

  • Managing and mitigating risks across the technology landscape, working closely with internal stakeholders.

  • Driving compliance efforts, including Cyber Essentials and PCI DSS.

  • Championing security awareness across the organisation, collaborating with specialists to deliver training, campaigns and comms.

  • Supporting vulnerability management in coordination with engineering and system owners.

  • Managing a small, experienced team and mentoring them to success.

  • Owning and refining InfoSec metrics, reporting and insight for senior stakeholders.

What we're looking for:

  • Significant experience in information security, particularly across governance, risk and compliance.

  • Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and regulatory requirements.

  • Experience managing teams and leading cross-functional security initiatives.

  • Confident communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels.

  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a sharp eye for detail.

  • Professional security certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA) are desirable.

This is a great fit for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is ready to take ownership of a maturing GRC function.

  • Contract Type

    Permanent

  • Specialism

    Technology

  • Working pattern

    Full Time

  • Job ref

    BBBH132324

  • Expiry date

    08 May 2025

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