Head of IT General Controls

Astrum Search; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK infrastructure organization is seeking a Head of IT General Controls to enhance their IT governance and compliance strategies. This senior role involves leading the IT General Controls framework, managing vendor risks, and influencing governance at a strategic level. The position offers a supportive culture with hybrid working options and growth opportunities within the organization. Candidates should have significant experience in IT governance and strong leadership skills, along with the ability to engage stakeholders effectively.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in IT governance or assurance within large organizations.
• Strong knowledge of IT risk and control frameworks.
• Proven vendor and third-party risk management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and improve the IT General Controls framework.
• Oversee IT governance and compliance activities.
• Manage third-party and vendor risk.
• Design and oversee audits and assurance activities.
• Identify control deficiencies and drive remediation.
• Own IT policies and procedures for compliance.
• Provide oversight for IT projects and initiatives.

Skills

IT governance

Risk management

Compliance standards

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership skills

Job description

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Base pay range

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Corporate Governance recruitment specialist. Internal Audit | IT Audit| Risk Management | Internal Controls | Compliance

Head of IT General Controls - Leading UK Infrastructure Group

Up to £100,000 + car allowance , bonus & benefits

Astrum Search is proud to be supporting a major UK infrastructure organisation in the search for a Head of IT General Controls. This is a senior leadership role within a growing team, providing oversight and assurance across IT governance, risk, and compliance.

As part of a respected organisation delivering critical services, this role offers the opportunity to shape IT control frameworks and influence governance at a strategic level.

Reporting directly to senior leadership, you’ll take ownership of the ITGC strategy, drive risk and compliance initiatives, and partner with stakeholders across the business. The culture is supportive and collaborative, with hybrid working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and continuously improve the IT General Controls framework in line with best practice and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee IT governance, compliance, and change management activities, ensuring adherence to SOX, ISO 27001, and other relevant standards.
• Manage third-party and vendor risk, ensuring control and compliance standards are met.
• Design and oversee control testing, audits, and assurance activities, working with internal and external auditors.
• Proactively identify control deficiencies, drive remediation, and embed risk management practices.
• Own IT policies, standards, and procedures, ensuring compliance is embedded across operations.
• Provide governance oversight for IT projects and change initiatives.

Skills & Experience:

• Significant experience in IT governance, controls, or assurance within a large, complex organisation or Big 4 environment.
• Strong knowledge of IT risk, control frameworks, and compliance standards.
• Proven experience managing vendor and third-party risk.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading infrastructure group where you’ll have strategic visibility, influence across the business, and genuine opportunities for career progression.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Quality Assurance

Industries

Utilities, Engineering Services, and Telecommunications