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Risk & Compliance Director

  • Location: Berkshire
  • Salary: £145,000 - £155,000 per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 3 months ago

  • Sector: Compliance
  • Contact: Kirstie Burn
  • Contact Email: kburn@merje.com
  • Contact Phone: 0203 637 1603
  • Expiry Date: 07 October 2024
  • Job Ref: KB/12082

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MERJE is seeking a highly experienced senior Risk & Compliance professional to lead the provision of best-in-class compliance and risk management for a leading funeral planning organisation. This senior-level role requires a strategic thinker with extensive knowledge of FCA regulations and a proven track record in risk management.

£140,000 - £150,000

Location: Berkshire (3 days in office, 2 days wfh)

The Company

This organisation is committed to providing dignity in care. With a focus on regulatory compliance and risk management, the company aims to deliver high-quality services while maintaining robust governance structures.

The Role

As the Risk & Compliance Director, you will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and play a crucial role in upholding and improving (when required) the organisation's risk and compliance strategies. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's regulatory framework and risk management practices.

Key Responsibilities of the Risk & Compliance Director:

  • Lead the provision of commercially focused, pragmatic Risk and Compliance advice to the business

  • Define and deliver the monitoring plan, including supporting external Compliance Reviews

  • Create, implement, and oversee the Enterprise Risk Management Framework

  • Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies and manage communications with regulators

  • Provide regulatory training and foster a risk-aware culture within the organisation

Required knowledge and experience for the Risk & Compliance Director role:

  • Previous experience in a senior Risk and Governance role within regulated environments (FCA & CMA)

  • Strong operational and commercial awareness with the ability to deliver pragmatic solutions to complex regulatory issues

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels

  • Degree educated or equivalent experience

  • Working knowledge of FCA handbook and CMA framework

If you are a seasoned Risk & Compliance professional looking for a challenging opportunity to shape the regulatory landscape of a leading funeral planning organisation, please apply now for the Risk & Compliance Director position.

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Applicants must be located and eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

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