Head of Risk & Compliance

DAZN; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious organization is seeking a Head of Risk & Compliance to enhance information security practices across the company. This pivotal role involves leading the implementation of an information security management system (ISMS) and ensuring compliance with ISO27001 and PCI DSS standards. The successful candidate will collaborate with senior leadership to identify security risks and facilitate training programs for employees. With a focus on proactive risk management and communication, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking team committed to fostering a culture of security awareness and compliance.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension contributions up to 5%

Enhanced parental leave

Electric vehicle options

Mental health resources

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible working

Participation in internal events

Qualifications

• Strong background in information security governance, risk, and compliance.
• Practical experience with ISO27001 and PCI DSS certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and maintenance of ISMS in accordance with ISO27001.
• Manage annual audits against ISO27001 and PCI DSS.

Skills

Information Security Governance

Risk Management

Compliance

ISO27001 Certification

PCI DSS Certification

Communication Skills

IT Infrastructure Knowledge

Cloud Services Knowledge

Leadership

Training and Awareness Programs

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Department: 61-543 - Technology Operations - Technology Governance

Location: UK - Leeds

Description

Are you ready to educate all employees in a young and ambitious organization about their role in making information security a core part of their modus operandi and conduct to promote appropriate behavior change?

DAZN is seeking an experienced Head of Risk & Compliance to join their Technology Governance team as a Fixed Term 14-month maternity cover role. The successful candidate will lead a team overseeing the global strategic implementation of DAZN's information security management system (ISMS) and will be responsible for delivering annual workstream activities to ensure ongoing conformity with standards such as ISO27001 and PCI DSS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation and maintenance of DAZN’s ISMS in accordance with ISO27001.
• Manage and deliver annual workstreams for audits against ISO27001 and PCI DSS.
• Provide expertise in information security risk, business continuity, and supplier risk management, including third-party risk activities.
• Maintain standards and procedures related to information security management.
• Collaborate with senior leadership across departments to identify and implement solutions considering customer needs, operational requirements, and costs.
• Facilitate the identification and assessment of information security risks and document them in the Risk Register.
• Coordinate security education and awareness programs for all employees, including role-based training.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Strong background in information security governance, risk, and compliance.
• Practical experience achieving ISO27001 and PCI DSS 4.0 certification/attestation.
• Understanding of business continuity, data protection, and risk management standards such as ISO22301 and ISO27005.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex security topics to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure and cloud services.
• Experience working with C-level executives (e.g., CTO, CIO).
• Proficiency in delivering presentations and collaborating via tools like Microsoft Teams.
• Proactive, confident, and accountable with strong prioritization skills.
• Experience in leading security training and awareness programs is advantageous.
• Influencing skills and a collaborative, action-oriented approach.

Benefits

DAZN offers benefits including access to the platform, 25 days’ annual leave (increasing after 3 years), private medical insurance, life assurance, pension contributions up to 5%, family-friendly policies including enhanced parental leave, electric vehicle options, mental health resources, learning and development opportunities, flexible working, and participation in internal events and speaker series.