Group Governance, Risk & Compliance Manager

Group Governance, Risk & Compliance Manager Location: Peterborough Salary: 55,000 per annum + Car Allowance
Pin Point Recruitment is working in partnership with an established organisation to recruit an experienced Group Governance, Risk & Compliance Manager to lead and develop its governance, risk management, compliance and assurance frameworks.
This is a key senior management position, working closely with the Site Director, Executive Leadership Team and Board of Directors to ensure robust governance, effective risk management and regulatory compliance across the Group.
The successful candidate will play an important role in embedding a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement, ensuring the business remains compliant, resilient and well-positioned to achieve its strategic objectives.
The Role
As Group Governance, Risk & Compliance Manager, you will take ownership of the Group's governance framework, risk management strategy and compliance programme, providing expert guidance and assurance to senior stakeholders.
Your responsibilities will include: Governance

1. Develop, implement and maintain the Group's governance framework, ensuring consistent processes and standards across the business.

1. Support the Board of Directors and Executive Leadership Team with governance reporting, policies and recommendations.

1. Review and maintain company policies, procedures and delegated authorities.

1. Coordinate governance activities involving the Board, committees and senior management.

Risk Management

1. Lead the development and implementation of the Group Risk Management Framework.

1. Identify, assess and monitor strategic, operational, financial and regulatory risks.

1. Maintain the corporate risk register, ensuring regular reviews and appropriate mitigation plans.

1. Provide risk analysis and reporting to support business planning and strategic decision-making.

1. Promote a proactive approach to risk management throughout the organisation.

Compliance & Assurance

1. Ensure the business meets all relevant legal, regulatory and contractual obligations.

1. Monitor changes in legislation and regulatory requirements, advising senior management accordingly.

1. Lead compliance audits, investigations and reviews where required.

1. Develop and deliver compliance training and awareness programmes.

1. Oversee internal and external audits, ensuring corrective actions are completed effectively.

1. Review internal controls and assurance processes, identifying opportunities for improvement.

1. Provide independent assurance reports and recommendations to the Executive Team and Board.

Business Continuity & Resilience

1. Develop and maintain Business Continuity and Crisis Management plans.

1. Coordinate business resilience testing and emergency response exercises.

1. Ensure appropriate measures are in place to protect critical business operations.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

1. Provide strategic leadership across governance, risk and compliance activities.

1. Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on governance, risk and compliance matters.

1. Build strong relationships with internal departments, external auditors, regulators and other key stakeholders.

1. Promote a culture of integrity, accountability and ethical business practices.

1. Drive continuous improvement and develop governance and compliance capability across the Group.

About You
We are looking for an experienced Governance, Risk & Compliance professional who can operate at a senior level, influence key business decisions and translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business processes.
Ideally, you will have:

1. Experience within a manufacturing environment

1. Degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant professional experience.

1. A professional qualification in Risk Management, Compliance, Governance, Audit or Business Management.

1. Lead Auditor training.

1. Significant senior-level experience within governance, risk management and compliance.

1. Experience developing and implementing enterprise-wide risk management frameworks.

1. Previous experience working with Boards and Executive Leadership Teams.

1. A strong background in regulatory compliance, internal controls, auditing and assurance.

1. Experience leading organisational change and driving continuous improvement.

Key Skills & Attributes

1. Strong strategic thinking and commercial awareness.

1. Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.

1. Confident communication and influencing abilities.

1. High levels of integrity, professionalism and sound judgement.

1. Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

1. Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

1. Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.

Performance & Success
You will be instrumental in improving governance framework maturity, strengthening risk mitigation, maintaining regulatory compliance, delivering successful audit outcomes and ensuring effective business continuity arrangements.
Apply Today
If you have the experience and professional background to lead governance, risk and compliance at Group level, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today through Pin Point Recruitment to find out more about this opportunity. COLPERM