Job Title:
Governance Risk and Compliance Leader
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced IT professional to play a pivotal role in embedding best-in-class governance structures into a growing IT environment.
This is a key strategic hire, working directly with the Senior Cybersecurity Team to lead innovative initiatives, mature governance frameworks, and shape the future of the function.
You will be responsible for developing and implementing fit-for-purpose policies, driving compliance with regulatory requirements, and working closely with technical and business teams to ensure risks are well managed.
Key Responsibilities:
* Mature governance frameworks across IT in a maturing environment.
* Develop and implement practical, effective, and audit-ready policies in collaboration with IT and the wider business.
* Support risk assessments, particularly for new solution implementations, by partnering with SMEs, Architects, and project teams.
* Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements (NIS 2 etc). Standardize documentation and ensure audit readiness.
* Create impactful board-level reporting materials, translating technical GRC topics into clear, engaging visuals for senior stakeholders.
* Influence, challenge, and support senior leaders, ensuring GRC requirements are embedded in decision-making.
About You:
A strong background in IT Governance, Risk & Compliance, ideally from a highly regulated environment (e.g. banking, financial services, or similar).
Experience implementing or maturing governance frameworks knows what good looks like.
Skilled in policy development, compliance frameworks, and risk management.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills able to present complex issues in a clear and engaging way.
Confident in influencing and challenging senior stakeholders.
Leadership potential interested in building and leading a team as the function grows.
Qualifications & Experience:
7+ years relevant experience preferred (flexible for the right candidate).
Certifications (CISM, CISA, CISSP, etc.) are beneficial but not essential.
Prior experience in regulated industries (ideally financial) is essential.
Candidates must be eligible to work in Ireland or currently hold a Stamp 1G/4 Visa to apply.
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