Director, Global Finance Risk Management & Controls (FRMC), Projects & Change Management

WISE Campaign; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Director for Global Finance Risk Management & Controls. This high-profile role involves leading a team to assess finance risks and shape strategic risk programs. You'll collaborate with finance, project, and tech leaders to drive cost-efficient risk mitigation strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals. The position offers hybrid working arrangements, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where your contributions will directly impact the organization's success. If you thrive in a strategic role that challenges conventional thinking, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonuses

Healthcare

Pension

Company Shares

Flexible Working Arrangements

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant or CIA risk qualification required.
• Strong finance background and understanding of financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to assess and mitigate finance risk across projects.
• Provide strategic insights into risk areas and advocate for cost-efficient solutions.

Skills

Finance Risk Assessment

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Thinking

Problem-Solving

Education

Qualified Accountant

CIA Risk Qualification

Job description

Site Name:

UK London New Oxford Street

Posted Date:

May 1 2025

Position:

Director, Global Finance Risk Management & Controls (FRMC), Projects & Change Management

Role Overview:

Are you energized by a high-profile finance risk management role that allows you to shape risk programs and challenge organizational thinking to make informed business decisions?

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead a team of qualified professionals to assess and mitigate finance risk across change processes, transformations, migrations, and projects.
2. Provide strategic insights into risk areas and advocate for cost-efficient, practical risk mitigation with finance, project, and tech leaders.
3. Manage funding models and stakeholder expectations to ensure resources support risk-related projects.
4. Establish engagement models with projects to ensure timely involvement and governance.
5. Drive risk mitigation strategies aligned with cost efficiency, digital approaches, and business goals.
6. Integrate risk management with project management processes including planning and monitoring.
7. Partner with GPOs to identify automation opportunities and support risk mitigation in digital tools.
8. Report to stakeholders on project status and risk mitigation plans.

Qualifications:

Basic:

• Qualified accountant or CIA risk qualification
• Experience leading finance risk assessments
• Strong finance background and understanding of financial systems
• Knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley
• Excellent problem-solving and strategic thinking skills

Preferred:

• Stakeholder engagement and management skills
• Effective communication across functions
• Experience developing financial controls
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Leadership and team development skills

Application Process:

Please apply via our online portal with your CV and Cover Letter. Remember to save a copy of the Job Description as it will not be available online after the closing date.

Closing Date:

May 14, 2025, close of play

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid working, with an expectation of 2-3 days onsite per week.

Benefits & Culture:

We foster a diverse, inclusive environment where people can grow and thrive. Our benefits include competitive salary, bonuses, healthcare, pension, shares, and more. We support flexible working arrangements to help balance your work and life.

About GSK:

GSK is a global biopharma committed to uniting science, technology, and talent to improve health worldwide. We focus on vaccines, medicines, and innovative therapies across core areas. We value our people and strive to be a place where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to succeed.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

GSK is committed to equal employment opportunity and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We also support adjustments during our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. For inquiries about accommodations, contact [e-mail] or call 0808 234 4391.