Head of Information Security GRC & Risk Strategy

Trainline; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company in London is looking for a Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance to guide their security transformation. You will shape the GRC strategy, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure robust risk management aligns with business goals. The successful candidate will have experience scaling risk functions, a strong analytical mind, and a track record of developing high-performing teams. Join a diverse team committed to sustainable travel and career growth in an innovative environment.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Dental insurance

Work from abroad policy

2-for-1 share purchase plans

EV Scheme

Extra festive time off

Family-friendly benefits

Career growth paths

Transparent pay bands

Personal learning budgets

Regular learning days

Qualifications

• Experience in dynamic, high-growth or complex businesses.
• Ability to tailor governance frameworks.
• Record of leading high-performing teams.
• Deep understanding of risk frameworks.
• Skills to present complex information clearly.
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating controls.
• Experience with supplier risk assessments.
• Collaborative approach to work.
• Track record of influencing decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Redesign and embed a risk-first GRC framework.
• Assess current maturity and deliver a transformation roadmap.
• Maintain key standards like ISO 27001 and PCI DSS.
• Manage the Risk and Compliance team.
• Develop concise risk and compliance reports.
• Act as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders.
• Partner with various functions to embed compliance.
• Oversee the third-party risk management process.
• Champion security awareness programs.

Skills

Experience transforming or scaling GRC functions

Ability to balance control and creativity

Leadership and team development

Understanding of risk frameworks

Excellent communication skills

Analytical and critical thinking

Integrating risk management processes

Collaborative approach

Delivering risk reporting

Job description

A leading transportation company in London is looking for a Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance to guide their security transformation. You will shape the GRC strategy, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure robust risk management aligns with business goals. The successful candidate will have experience scaling risk functions, a strong analytical mind, and a track record of developing high-performing teams. Join a diverse team committed to sustainable travel and career growth in an innovative environment.