Head of Governance and Risk

Head of Governance and Risk – Contract Opportunity

Industry: Housing Sector

Location: South East of England (Hybrid)

Salary: £600 Per Day

IR35 Status: TBC

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Head of Governance and Risk to lead and develop our organisation's governance, compliance, and risk management framework. This is a critical role that ensures the organisation operates with integrity, transparency, and effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement governance and risk management strategies across the organisation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practice standards.
• Provide expert advice to the board, senior leadership team, and stakeholders on governance and risk matters.
• Establish and oversee risk management policies, frameworks, and procedures.
• Monitor organisational risk and implement mitigating strategies where necessary.
• Lead on internal audits, governance reviews, and compliance assessments.
• Develop policies to ensure accountability, transparency, and ethical business practices.
• Manage relationships with external regulatory bodies and auditors.
• Deliver training and awareness programmes on governance, risk, and compliance.
• Support board and executive committees to ensure good governance practices are upheld.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior governance, risk, or compliance role within the housing sector.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, governance codes, and risk management principles.
• Experience in board-level engagement and advising senior executives on governance matters.
• Ability to develop and implement governance strategies effectively.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience managing audits, regulatory reviews, and compliance reporting.
• Professional qualification in governance, risk, or compliance (e.g. ICSA, IRM, or equivalent) is desirable.
• Knowledge of housing sector governance frameworks and regulatory requirements.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this role, please submit your CV or email