An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lawyer or Company Secretary for a Senior Manager in Governance and Risk to take ownership of governance oversight across a global regulated financial services entity in Dublin City Centre. This role operates at both Board and executive management level, ensuring robust governance frameworks and regulatory compliance across the organisation. The company operates a four day in office and one day remotely per week.
The Role
You will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the organisation’s governance framework, ensuring alignment with internal policies and evolving regulatory expectations. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, including the Company Secretary, you will provide subject matter expertise on corporate governance and control effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
Governance Framework
Support the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the governance framework to meet regulatory and internal policy requirements
Lead the annual review of governance policies and frameworks
Monitor regulatory and legislative developments, providing insights and briefings to senior leadership and the Board
Regulatory Compliance
Interpret and map governance-related regulatory obligations (including Irish and European requirements)
Design and maintain effective controls to ensure ongoing compliance, identifying and escalating any gaps
Oversee governance control inventories and ensure regular review and updates
Lead governance-related regulatory horizon scanning and change implementation
Manage compliance risk assessments and support internal and external audits or regulatory inspections
Coordinate responses to regulatory bodies, including engagement with the Central Bank of Ireland
Board & Governance Controls
Maintain key governance documentation, including Board and committee terms of reference, policies, and procedures
Oversee operational governance documentation such as delegated authorities and powers of attorney
Policy & Records Management
Maintain and update governance policies to ensure consistency and alignment across the organisation
Establish and manage governance records and documentation processes to ensure audit readiness
Support effective governance communications across the business
Management Committee Effectiveness
Support the review and enhancement of management committee structures and processes
Establish standards for management information and reporting
Lead annual effectiveness reviews of governance committees and present findings to senior leadership
Collaborate with international stakeholders to drive consistency and best practice
Leadership & Culture
Promote a strong risk and governance culture aligned to organisational values
Ensure effective management of operational, compliance, and conduct risks
Contribute to a high-performing, inclusive working environment
About You
Significant experience in governance, risk, compliance, and legal within financial services
Strong knowledge of legal and corporate governance frameworks and regulatory environments in Ireland and/or Europe
Proven experience in policy development, regulatory interpretation, and control design
Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage at Board and senior management level
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong communication and presentation skills
Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment
Additional Information
This is a standalone, individual contributor role with significant autonomy
You will work closely with stakeholders across multiple international locations
The role involves managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, evolving regulatory environment
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