GRC Specialist - Day Rate Contract PositionWe are seeking a skilled Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Specialist on behalf of one of our clients.This role offers the opportunity to shape and enhance our client's risk management and compliance frameworks while working with a dynamic organization in Dublin's financial and technology sector.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and maintain comprehensive GRC frameworks and policiesConduct risk assessments across business units and identify emerging risksDesign and execute compliance monitoring programs and audit proceduresManage regulatory compliance requirements (GDPR, PCI DSS, SOX, MiFID II, etc.)Coordinate internal and external audit activities and remediate findingsDevelop and deliver risk awareness training and compliance education programsCreate and maintain risk registers, compliance dashboards, and management reportingCollaborate with legal, IT, and business teams to ensure regulatory alignmentMonitor regulatory changes and assess impact on business operationsSupport incident management and breach notification processesEstablish and maintain vendor risk management programsEssential RequirementsMinimum 4+ years of experience in GRC, risk management, or compliance rolesStrong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (GDPR, ISO 27001, SOX, Basel III, MiFID II)Experience with GRC platforms and tools (ServiceNow, Archer, MetricStream, or similar)Proven track record in risk assessment methodologies and controls testingUnderstanding of information security standards and frameworksExperience in financial services, fintech, or highly regulated industriesStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business solutionsProfessional certifications (CISA, CRISC, CISSP, or equivalent) preferredEU work authorization requiredDesirable SkillsExperience with third-party risk management and vendor assessmentsKnowledge of operational risk, credit risk, or market risk frameworksFamiliarity with data privacy regulations beyond GDPR (CCPA, etc.)Experience with business continuity planning and crisis managementUnderstanding of cloud governance and emerging technology risksProject management experience and certifications (PMP, PRINCE2)Internal audit or external consulting background