Our client, a well-established Irish cooperative, is seeking an experienced Head of Risk & Compliance to join their team. This is a full‑time, permanent, hybrid position.
As the Head of Risk & Compliance, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and enhancing a strong compliance framework across the cooperative’s operations, ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory, and ethical standards, and promoting a culture of integrity, accountability, and best practice throughout the organisation.
Governance & Risk Oversight
Lead the ongoing development and maintenance of the business risk register, providing insights and recommendations to guide decision‑making.
Oversee regional risk registers, ensuring a consistent, effective approach to identifying and managing risks across the organisation.
Spot emerging risks and advise senior leadership on strategies to mitigate and manage them proactively.
Compliance & Assurance
Provide independent assurance across GDPR, internal controls, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
Lead annual compliance audits, ensuring timely and effective resolution of any issues.
Monitor, report, and track compliance matters to maintain a culture of accountability and integrity.
Data Protection & Information Governance
Act as Data Protection Officer (DPO), ensuring GDPR compliance and adherence to contractual obligations.
Drive the organisation’s data protection framework, policies, and staff training programmes.
Manage Freedom of Information (FOI) requests in line with statutory and contractual requirements.
Business Continuity & Resilience
Develop and maintain the Business Continuity Management (BCM) plan, ensuring the organisation is prepared for potential disruptions.
Conduct business impact assessments, scenario testing, and incident response planning.
Work with Regional Managers to align local continuity plans with organisational standards.
Commercial & Contractual Support
Provide guidance on contractual matters, processes, and documentation.
Support new contract bids and tenders, embedding risk and compliance considerations from the start.
Maintain the annual Exit Management Plan to ensure smooth and compliant transitions.
Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications
Proven ability to provide independent assurance and guidance on GDPR, Internal Controls, Business Continuity Management, and Corporate Governance at a group level.
Strong analytical and risk assessment skills, with experience identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks across multiple business areas.
Relevant third‑level qualification in Compliance, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience and training in data protection legislation, including practical GDPR application.
Experience in supplier contract management, with the ability to provide guidance on contractual matters and protocols.
Proven project management skills, including planning, execution, and monitoring of compliance and risk initiatives.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and teams effectively.
A full, clean driving licence and access to a car.
Desired Skills and Experience
risk
compliance
risk management
business continuity management
GDPR
project management
drivers licence
For further information please contact Sabrina Carroll at FRS Recruitment.
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