Financial Risk & Compliance Manager

Stanton House; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent finance recruitment firm is seeking a Financial Risk & Compliance Department Manager in Reading, England. This key role involves overseeing internal controls, compliance with directives, and leading governance initiatives while working closely with senior leadership. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with strong influencing capabilities and a deep understanding of risk environments. The position offers full-time employment within a dynamic finance team aiming for excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in risk and control environments.
• Ability to build lasting relationships across cultures and departments.
• Strong integrity and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Champion internal controls and SOX compliance.
• Collaborate with senior leaders on governance frameworks.
• Lead business continuity initiatives.

Skills

Qualified accountant

Influencing C-suite executives

Communication skills

Leadership in change

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I support the finest qualified Accounting and Finance professionals with finding the greatest career opportunities across the Thames Valley & London

We're seeking a dynamic Financial Risk & Compliance Department Manager to step into a high-profile position within a forward-thinking finance team. Reporting directly to the Head of Group Finance, you’ll play a central role in safeguarding integrity and enhancing governance across multiple European markets.

• Champion internal controls and SOX compliance across UK and European operations.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to design, test, and refine governance frameworks
• Be a trusted advisor across regions guiding process owners, managing audits, and driving performance.
• Lead business continuity initiatives and steer critical steering board and committee meetings.
• Partner on transformational projects, ensuring new processes are robust, compliant, and fit for the digital age.

What You Bring

• You’re a qualified accountant with deep expertise in risk and control environments.
• You’ve got the gravitas to influence C-suite executives and the people skills to build lasting relationships across cultures and departments.
• You thrive in change, lead with clarity, and communicate with authority — all while staying grounded in integrity and commercial awareness.

Why This Role?

• Work on high-impact, high-visibility initiatives that shape the future of finance across Europe.
• Be a critical link between local teams, global headquarters, and external partners.
• Enjoy the scope to make your mark, drive transformation, and build something lasting.
• Join a company that values excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Automation Machinery Manufacturing

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