Overview
The GRC Consultant will play a pivotal role in enhancing the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) function for a leading financial services organisation. Partnering with senior stakeholders across various domains, the consultant will be responsible for designing and implementing governance frameworks, improving risk management processes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role offers the opportunity to influence meaningful organisational change in a hybrid working environment.
Responsibilities
- Support the development and maturity of the Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) function.
- Design, implement and enhance enterprise risk management frameworks.
- Develop and improve governance processes, operating models and control frameworks.
- Lead Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) activities, including supplier risk assessments and ongoing governance.
- Draft, review and maintain policies, standards, procedures and governance documentation.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal governance standards.
- Facilitate governance forums, risk workshops and stakeholder meetings.
- Drive continuous improvement across governance, compliance and operational risk processes.
Requirements
- Proven experience within a Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) role.
- Strong understanding of Enterprise Risk Management and governance frameworks.
- Experience establishing or improving Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) programmes.
- Policy, standards and procedure development experience.
- Knowledge of operational risk management and control frameworks.
- Experience working within regulated financial services, insurance or banking environments.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Professional certifications such as CRISC, CGEIT, CISSP, CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or equivalent are desirable.