Business Director - Risk and Compliance

Judicium; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a visionary Business Director for Risk and Compliance to lead strategic growth and operational excellence. This role involves shaping the future of educational services, driving innovation, and managing a high-performing team. You will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional client experiences and optimizing operational performance. Join a values-driven organization making a tangible difference in the education sector, where your leadership will inspire change and growth. If you are passionate about excellence and want to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Healthcare scheme

Free life insurance

Pension contributions

Flexible benefits

25% off online learning resources

Learning and development opportunities

Performance-based bonus

Participation in EBT share scheme

Qualifications

• Proven success in driving commercial growth and operational excellence.
• Strong financial acumen with significant budget management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction and profitability of the Risk and Compliance unit.
• Develop innovative service propositions that meet customer needs.
• Manage P&L and ensure financial targets are met.

Skills

Commercial Growth

Operational Excellence

Team Leadership

Financial Acumen

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Engagement

Innovation

Education

Experience in Professional Services

Education Sector Knowledge

Job description

Job Details: Business Director - Risk and Compliance

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Vacancy Name: Business Director - Risk and Compliance

Vacancy Number: VN2000

Location: London

Employment Type: Permanent

About Us:

Supporting Education Group (SEG) is a purpose-driven, private equity-backed organisation on a mission to make a meaningful difference in the world of education. Through our Judicium brand, we deliver expert professional services that help schools and academies run efficiently, stay compliant, and manage risk – all while focusing on what matters most: delivering excellent outcomes for children.

With a revenue of over £10m and more than 100 dedicated professionals, our Risk and Compliance Business is a cornerstone of our growing professional services practice. We’re now seeking an outstanding leader to take this part of the business to new heights.

About the Role:

As Business Director – Risk and Compliance, you will lead the strategic growth and operational excellence of our Risk and Compliance services under the Judicium brand. Reporting to the Managing Director for Professional Services, you’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering our strategy, leading a team of senior professionals, and ensuring exceptional client experiences.

You’ll drive the development of market-leading propositions, optimise operational performance, and inspire your teams to deliver outstanding service with commercial impact.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the strategic direction, growth, and profitability of the Risk and Compliance business unit.
2. Develop and deliver innovative, tech-enabled service propositions that meet evolving customer needs.
3. Manage P&L, set budgets, and ensure financial targets are met.
4. Build and develop a high-performing, 100+ person team with an empowering leadership approach.
5. Foster a strong customer-first culture and ensure high levels of client retention and satisfaction.
6. Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product teams to deliver successful go-to-market strategies.
7. Shape and execute an operational model that improves efficiency and supports investment in people.
8. Represent Judicium as a thought leader in the education services sector.

What We’re Looking For:

1. A senior leader with proven success in driving commercial growth, operational excellence, and high-performing teams.
2. Strong financial acumen and experience managing significant budgets and P&L ownership.
3. A customer-focused, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to drive innovation and transformation.
4. Skilled in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration.
5. Executive presence, strong communication skills, and the ability to inspire confidence at all levels.
6. Comfortable working at pace and navigating change.

It would be desirable if you had...

1. Experience in delivering professional services, ideally subscription-based.
2. Education sector knowledge or familiarity with areas such as Health & Safety, Data Protection, Governance, or Safeguarding.
3. A tech-savvy approach to service innovation and operational improvement.

Why Join Us?

At SEG, you’ll be part of a values-led, ambitious organisation making a tangible difference to schools and education providers across the UK. You’ll work alongside talented, purpose-driven colleagues in a collaborative environment where innovation and growth are celebrated.

We offer:

• 28 days holiday and get an extra day for each year you stay with us, up to max 33 days PLUS bank holidays.
• Healthcare scheme, once you’ve passed probation.
• From day 1, free life insurance covering up to x4 your salary.
• We’ll both add money into your pension pot after 3 months.
• Choose what flexible benefits you want after you’ve passed probation – this could be buying extra holiday, dental, topping up your healthcare plan, bikes, gym membership, electric cars and give as you earn.
• Get 25% off online learning resources for year 1 to GCSE with EdPlace.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Performance-based bonus and an opportunity to participate in an EBT share scheme.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a visionary leader with a passion for excellence and a desire to shape the future of education services, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your leadership journey with SEG.