Risk & Compliance Business Partner Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) the Risk & Compliance Business Partner is responsible for the oversight of the charity’s risk management and compliance frameworks. This role ensures that the organisation meets its legal, regulatory, and ethical obligations while supporting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: Risk Management · Design and maintain a dynamic risk management framework aligned with strategic objectives. · Maintain and update the organisational risk register, ensuring timely mitigation plans. · Provide regular risk reports and assurance to the Board of Trustees and Executive Team. · Lead risk assessments for new projects, partnerships, and research activities. Compliance & Governance · Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including charity law, data protection (GDPR), health and safety, and research governance. · Develop and embed policies, procedures, and standards across the organisation. · Monitor regulatory changes and advise on implications for the charity. · Support internal audits and external reviews, ensuring timely resolution and implementation of findings. Training & Culture · Deliver training and guidance to staff on risk awareness, compliance obligations, and ethical standards. · Promote a culture of integrity, transparency, and continuous improvement. · Act as a key point of contact for compliance queries and whistleblowing concerns. What we are looking for: · Proven experience in risk management, compliance, or governance roles. · Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks relevant to charities and medical research. · Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams. · Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills with a ‘can do’ attitude. · Demonstrates honesty, transparency, and a strong sense of ethics. · Acts as a role model for compliance and ethical behaviour. · Attention to detail in reviewing policies, procedures, and documentation. · Able to spot inconsistencies and potential risks quickly. · Comfortable interpreting data, regulations, and risk assessments. · Builds trust and credibility across all levels of the organisation. · Fosters a culture of shared responsibility for risk and compliance. Additional Information: Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office. Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events. Our Office : Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. Salary : Circa £47,000 per annum, plus benefits Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information. The closing date for applications is the 11th January 2026, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.