Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)

  • Ser-
  • 03/07/2026
Full time Information Technology Telecommunications

Job Description

Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)

Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)
Salary: Up to £90,000 per annum (DOE)

A growing Managed Services and Cyber Security organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) to lead and develop its expanding compliance and governance practice.

This is a strategic leadership role combining client advisory, Virtual CISO services, risk management, compliance delivery, business development, and team leadership. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders and board-level clients, helping organisations strengthen security, manage risk, achieve compliance objectives, and improve operational resilience.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and grow the Governance, Risk & Compliance function
  • Deliver compliance, governance, and risk management services to clients
  • Act as a trusted advisor and Virtual CISO for strategic accounts
  • Support Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, GDPR, and wider regulatory compliance initiatives
  • Develop governance frameworks, risk registers, and resilience programmes
  • Contribute to service development, revenue growth, and client engagement
  • Present compliance and risk reports to senior leadership and board stakeholders
Requirements
  • Proven experience in Governance, Risk & Compliance, Information Security, Audit, or Risk Management
  • Strong knowledge of Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, and UK GDPR
  • Experience conducting audits, compliance reviews, and risk assessments
  • Excellent stakeholder management and client-facing consultancy skills
  • Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
  • Experience within an MSP, consultancy, or managed services environment is highly desirable
What's on Offer?
  • Salary up to £80,000
  • Hybrid working arrangement
  • Opportunity to build and shape a growing GRC practice
  • Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic clients
  • Professional development and certification support
  • Clear opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing technology business