Senior Risk & Compliance Manager – Mostly Remote working

Your new company A rapidly growing technology company based in the Oxfordshire area offers primarily remote working to a Risk & Compliance Specialist with strong Operational Risk experience. 2 days a year in the office are mandatory, otherwise they offer a choice of a remote, hybrid or office-based role. Your new role This is virtually a greenfield opportunity to take the leadership of Risk & Compliance within this exciting growth business. Taking full accountability for developing and executing detailed plans to achieve and maintain key business accreditations, including ISO certifications and Cyber Essentials. Ensuring compliance with the latest industry standards and best practices. Identifying and pursuing new accreditations to enhance the company's standing in Risk & Compliance management, keeping the company at the forefront of industry best practices. Providing expert advice and training to employees across the business, helping them understand and maintain required Risk & Compliance standards. This includes developing a culture of compliance and offering ongoing support to ensure operational alignment. Leading regular internal audits to assess compliance, identify areas for improvement, and ensure the Information Security Management System (ISMS) remains current and aligned with evolving business needs. Managing the external certification process, ensuring the necessary documentation and evidence are prepared for auditors. Regularly report to senior management on certification progress and the effectiveness of the ISMS. Collaborating with the board to drive continuous improvement initiatives within Risk & Compliance, ensuring alignment with the broader business plan. Conducting comprehensive risk assessments on live services, ensuring alignment with the organisation's risk management framework. Identifying potential risks, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies. Compiling and presenting detailed risk reports to senior management and the Board, highlighting risk profiles, mitigation actions, and strategic recommendations. For further job details, please get in contact. What you'll need to succeed     You will ideally hold a relevant Risk qualification and/ or ISO Lead Auditor status. You will have several years' experience in Operational Risk and Compliance, with a strong track record of implementing and managing frameworks, particularly within the compliance and information security domains. You will also ideally have experience gained in a company experiencing growth and change. Experience in the technology sector would be ideal, but is not essential. You will have excellent communication skills and a problem-solving mind-set. What you'll get in return Primarily remote working - mandatory 2 days a year in the office in Oxfordshire, (which does operate every weekday for those wishing to spend more time in the office) Salary in the range £65-70,000 + a range of benefits What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk