Head of Risk - 6 Month FTC in Portsmouth

Your new company An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Risk professional to take ownership of enterprise risk, regulatory compliance, loss prevention and safety strategy across a large and diverse business for a period of 6 months on a fixed-term contract. Your new role Working closely with the ELT, you will lead the development and delivery of a robust risk management framework, ensuring the organisation remains safe, compliant and commercially resilient. You'll provide strategic advice on regulatory matters, business continuity, governance, financial crime prevention and operational risk, while leading a specialist team and influencing stakeholders at every level. Furthermore, you will manage relationships with the regulators, lead and develop a high-performing team, deliver meaningful KPI's and embed a culture of accountability across the wider organisation. What you'll need to succeed You will be an experienced senior risk professional, with a proven track record of operating within complex, multi-site organisations. You will possess a strong understanding of enterprise risk management, governance and regulatory compliance, coupled with the commercial acumen to balance risk mitigation with broader business objectives. Strong leadership qualities will also be a key requirement. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available alongside a competitive salary/benefits package. What you need to do nowIf 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 about 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 (url removed)