Head of Risk & Compliance

Your new companyThey are a large conglomerate that are setting up operations in the UK. The organisation is in it infancy, having begun operations 2 years ago, over this period they have grown rapidly. They primarily operate in the Automotive, Real Estate and Investment space, although there could be scope for their business lines to grow over the coming years.Your new roleAs the Head of Risk & Compliance you will be tasked with setting up the function and will gain exposure to a wide range of Risk & Compliance areas. This will include creating business wide policies and procedures on topics such as Bribery and Corruption, Ethics, AML.You will be responsible for implementing comprehensive risk management strategies to protect the company's assets, uphold its reputation, and ensure business continuity. This role involves the continuous monitoring of regulatory changes and the assessment of their implications on the organisation's operations. The successful candidate will oversee the design, implementation, and rigorous testing of internal controls and governance policies, ensuring they align with both local and international standards. A key part of the role includes developing and delivering ongoing compliance and risk management training programs tailored to employees at all levels of the organisation. Additionally, the role will involve managing third-party risk assessments and ensuring full compliance with established vendor management policies and procedures. What you'll need to succeed

• At least 10 years in the Risk & Compliance space and 5 years in a leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of a international compliance frameworks.
• Previous experience setting up Compliance functions.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.

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