Head of Risk & Compliance - Exclusive role
North West / Yorkshire Locations - Hybrid
c.£90,000 - £120,000 + Benefits
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Risk & Compliance professional to take on the tole of Head of Risk & Compliance to lead and evolve an Enterprise-Wide Risk Management (ERM) framework within a fast-paced, growing organisation that operates in the Technology sector.
This is a high-impact leadership role focused on embedding a proactive, commercially aligned risk culture across the business. You will work closely with the General Counsel and senior leadership team to ensure risk is effectively understood, managed, and leveraged to support strategic decision-making and sustainable growth.
While the role retains responsibility for compliance, this is supported by a dedicated team, allowing you to focus on shaping and driving a forward-looking enterprise risk strategy.
The role would suit someone looking for their first 'Head of' level role.
The Role
You will take ownership of the Group’s risk management framework, ensuring it is aligned to business strategy, risk appetite, and investor expectations. A key aspect of the role will be influencing senior stakeholders and empowering the business to take accountability for managing risk effectively.
You will operate at both a strategic and hands-on level—designing frameworks, driving improvements, and supporting teams in identifying and mitigating risk across a broad and evolving risk landscape.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of an Enterprise-Wide Risk Management (ERM) framework aligned to business strategy and growth plans
* Embed a strong, risk-aware culture across the organisation, ensuring ownership of risk sits within the business
* Partner with senior leadership to define risk appetite and ensure risks are managed within agreed tolerances
* Oversee the identification, assessment, and mitigation of strategic, operational, financial, and emerging risks
* Provide clear, insightful risk reporting to the Executive Team, Board, and relevant committees
* Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, supporting decision-making through robust risk analysis
* Maintain oversight of key governance forums, including Risk & Assurance and Audit Committees
Compliance & Governance (supported by team)
* Oversee the delivery of a risk-based compliance programme across regulatory, legal, and policy requirements
* Maintain effective frameworks for areas such as information security, data protection, business continuity, and supplier assurance
* Ensure appropriate incident management, reporting, and continuous improvement following events
* Leverage internal specialists and external expertise where required to manage technical risk areas
What Success Looks Like
* A practical, proportionate, and commercially aligned ERM framework embedded across the organisation
* Strong engagement from senior stakeholders, with risk actively considered in decision-making
* Clear, concise, and insightful reporting that supports Board and Executive oversight
* A compliance environment that enables growth while maintaining trust with regulators and stakeholders
About You
* Proven experience designing, implementing, and leading an Enterprise Risk Management framework in a medium or large organisation
* Strong technical expertise across enterprise risk, including risk modelling, KRIs, control frameworks, and Board-level reporting
* Experience operating in a regulated environment (e.g. telecoms, utilities, financial services, or similar)
* Demonstrated ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders, including executives, investors, and non-executive directors
* Track record of embedding risk culture and driving organisational buy-in
* Experience assessing a broad range of risks including strategic, operational, financial, and compliance
* Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications & Experience
* 10+ years’ experience in risk management
* Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. IRM, ICA, or equivalent) desirable