Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) in London

Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) in London

London Full-Time 90000 - 90000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Solutions Engineering Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and develop Governance, Risk & Compliance services for clients.
  • Company: Dynamic Managed Services and Cyber Security organisation in London.
  • Benefits: Salary up to £90,000, hybrid work, and professional development support.
  • Other info: Opportunity to shape a growing practice in a fast-paced tech environment.
  • Why this job: Make a significant impact while working with senior leadership and strategic clients.
  • Qualifications: Experience in GRC, strong knowledge of compliance frameworks, and excellent stakeholder management skills.

The predicted salary is between 90000 - 90000 £ per year.

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

Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) in London employer: Solutions Engineering Recruitment

Join a dynamic Managed Services and Cyber Security organisation in London, where you will have the opportunity to lead the Governance, Risk & Compliance function and make a significant impact on client security and compliance objectives. With a hybrid working model, professional development support, and direct exposure to senior leadership, this role offers a collaborative work culture that values innovation and growth. As part of a growing team, you'll be empowered to shape the future of GRC services while enjoying a competitive salary and the chance to work with strategic clients.

Solutions Engineering Recruitment

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We think you need these skills to ace Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) in London

Governance
Risk Management
Compliance
Information Security
Audit
Cyber Essentials
ISO 27001