187 Governance Risk Compliance jobs in the United Kingdom

Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients. We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals. 

About the role:

• Develop and maintain GRC frameworks aligned with ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and NIS2 standards
• Conduct risk assessments across business units, vendors, and projects
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure compliance with legal and contractual obligations
• Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning and testing
• Manage internal audits, compliance reporting, and remediation activities
• Coordinate GDPR compliance and data protection processes across the organisation
• Drive improvements in security culture through awareness and training
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and address control deficiencies

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Substantial relevant experience in control management for governance, compliance, IT audits, IS assurance and risk management programmes
• Understanding of regulatory requirements, including cross-industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, Data Protection Act) and industry-specific regulations
• Knowledge of common information security management frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, ITIL, COBIT as well as those from NIST, including 800-53 and Cybersecurity Framework
• Knowledge of OneTrust risk management toolset or similar preferred
• Proven ability to communicate with technical teams to elicit information and requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate compliance and risk related concepts to technical and nontechnical audiences
• CISA, CISM or equivalent
• BSc or equivalent qualification in IT based degree.

Benefits

At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success.

We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life.

In addition to a Competitive Salary , here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package:

Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth.

Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance.  We can’t promise to always be able to meet every request, however are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can.

A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well-being, and insurance schemes, an employee assistance programme, discounted cash plan and more….

At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement.  If you don’t tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience.  We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us.

If we can do anything to help make the hiring process more accessible, please let our talent acquisition team know when you apply so we can support any adjustments.

Part-time

27.5 hours per week

Monday to Friday

Hybrid role based in Newport

Propel Finance was established in 1996 to provide flexible and accessible finance to SMEs across the country. Now, more than 20 years on, Propel has grown to become one of the UK’s largest, independent finance houses. We have continued to deliver leading-edge finance solutions through a unique combination of teamwork and technology.

From this continued success we are now looking to recruit a Compliance, Governance and Risk Administrator to allow us to continue our exciting growth plans. Our aim is to take the service we offer to the next level, to push the boundaries of what’s available, and to create great customer experiences consistent with our values. Does that sound like something you’d like to be part of?

As a Compliance, Governance and Risk Administrator , you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day compliance operations and strategic regulatory projects across the business. Working closely with the Compliance team and stakeholders at all levels, the role involves following established processes to ensure regulatory requirements are met while contributing to broader business objectives.

Role responsibilities;

• Support the development and maintenance of governance frameworks, policies, and risk processes.
• Collaborate across teams to gather data for ESG, risk management, and committee reporting.
• Stay informed on ESG and governance trends to offer insights and recommendations.
• Assist in preparing reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Act as a subject matter expert, educating teams on governance and risk matters.
• Support compliance monitoring, onboarding presentations, and training delivery.
• Analyse regulatory trends and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Provide compliance guidance, ensure accurate data handling, and participate in continuous learning.

Key skills required;

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Confident in handling data with strong attention to detail
• Problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure
• Ability to work under own initiative, multitasking and reprioritising throughout the day to manage conflicting priorities.
• Confident communicator with ability to liaise effectively with senior managers, team members and other departments

So, why would you want to work here?

We have a great working environment and we’re an ambitious business. We achieve so much because of our people. Everyone in the business, no matter their team or role can shape the outcome, share ideas, make suggestions, and have their voice heard. It’s a truly collaborative place to work.

At Propel, we embrace hybrid working and with modern offices in Newport, London and Manchester, plus a field-based sales team, you’ll never be too far away from colleagues.

This is a hybrid role, with 2 days per week in the Newport office, giving you the best of both worlds.

Benefits you can expect:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 2 additional days holiday after 5 years’ service
• Birthday day off
• Opt in Private Medical Insurance
• Subsidised gym membership at £18.75 a month
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Buy Annual Leave Scheme
• Half day seasonal shopping
• Auto enrolment pension – 3% employer contribution subject to eligibility
• Life Assurance 3 x basic salary
• Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7
• Company events and reward schemes

We are proud to be a member of Stonewall’s Diversity Champions programme and are committed to improving workplace inclusion.

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