Head of GRC

Head of GRC

Full-Time 70000 - 90000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
THAMES 360

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and grow a cutting-edge Compliance as a Service practice while advising clients on cyber security.
  • Company: Join a top-10 European Managed Service Provider with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Be part of a dynamic team driving innovation in AI Governance and operational resilience.
  • Why this job: Take charge of your own practice and make a real impact in the GRC space.
  • Qualifications: Proven experience in governance, risk, and compliance with strong advisory skills.

The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.

Location: London Hybrid (3 Days Onsite, 2 Remote)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

Are you a senior GRC expert ready to step out of a corporate cost-center and run your own practice? A top-10 European Managed Service Provider (MSP) is hiring an entrepreneurial Head of GRC to take full strategic and commercial ownership of its fast-growing Compliance as a Service (CaaS) business line. This role perfectly balances internal corporate governance with high-level client advisory and Virtual CISO (vCISO) delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Practice Growth: Scale and productize the CaaS roadmap, driving revenue, pricing strategies, and service design.
  • vCISO Delivery: Act as the trusted boardroom advisor to mid-market clients across cyber security, risk, and resilience.
  • Core Frameworks: Lead client assessments and certifications across Cyber Essentials/CE+, ISO 27001, and UK GDPR.
  • Innovation: Build next-generation AI Governance and operational resilience (BC/DR) frameworks.
  • Internal Audit: Maintain the firm’s elite internal ISO certifications and audit readiness.

What We Need

Head of GRC employer: THAMES 360

As a leading Managed Service Provider based in London, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to take ownership of their roles. With a strong focus on professional development, we offer extensive growth opportunities for our team members, alongside a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organisation where your expertise in Governance, Risk, and Compliance will directly influence our strategic direction and client success.

THAMES 360

Contact Details:

THAMES 360 Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head of GRC

Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)
Cyber Security
Client Advisory
Virtual CISO (vCISO) Delivery
Cyber Essentials/CE+
ISO 27001
UK GDPR