Head of Technology Compliance

Arqiva; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK seeks a Head of Technology Compliance to establish and lead a compliance function. The role involves overseeing compliance with GDPR and ISO standards, managing privacy programmes, and engaging with senior stakeholders. Candidates should have strong experience in compliance and leadership within technology or regulated sectors. The position offers a competitive salary package and flexible hybrid working.

Benefits

Up to £110K base salary

15% bonus

6% pension contribution

Private medical

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Significant experience in compliance, information security, or risk roles.
• Track record of delivering compliance programmes in large-scale organisations.
• Exposure to GDPR, Cyber Resilience Bill, or NIS/NIST frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of Technology Compliance function.
• Oversee compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001 and other regulations.
• Manage the organisation’s privacy programme.

Skills

Strong experience leading compliance

Ability to translate compliance theory

Knowledge of ISO 27001 and GDPR

Skilled at engaging senior stakeholders

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong leadership and people management

Education

ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Auditor

Prince2 or AgilePM

Privacy certifications (CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT)

Job description

Head of Technology Compliance

Location: United Kingdom – Flexible, hybrid working environment with travel to Winchester or London offices once or twice a week.

Overview

Role Purpose: As Head of Technology Compliance, you will establish and lead a new business-facing compliance function within Technology & Transformation. You will act as the front door into the Information Security team, ensuring that every new project, system, and change is reviewed against regulatory, legal, and internal policy requirements.

Role Details

Role: Head of Technology Compliance

Team: Technology & Transformation

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of Arqiva’s Technology Compliance function, acting as the “front door” for compliance across projects, systems, and business change.
• Oversee compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, Telecoms Security Act, Cyber Resilience Bill, and NIS/NIST standards, ensuring regulatory and policy obligations are met.
• Manage the organisation’s privacy programme, including DPIAs, privacy risk assessments, incident handling, and breach notifications.
• Ensure third-party suppliers and contracts meet compliance requirements, in collaboration with Legal and Procurement.
• Partner with Governance & Oversight, Technical Assurance, and Threat & Response to provide joined-up compliance assurance.
• Build and lead a team of specialists delivering regulatory and supplier assurance.
• Promote a culture of compliance across Technology and provide senior risk and remediation guidance.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong experience leading compliance, information security, or risk programmes in technology-driven or regulated organisations (finance/tech preferred).
• Ability to translate compliance theory into practical, deliverable processes.
• Knowledge of ISO 27001 and GDPR is essential; Lead Implementer/Auditor and privacy certifications (CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT) desirable.
• Skilled at engaging and influencing senior stakeholders across Legal, Procurement, Technology, and Risk.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to simplify complex concepts.
• Strong leadership and people management experience.

Knowledge & Experience

• Significant experience in compliance, information security, or risk leadership roles.
• Track record of delivering compliance programmes in large-scale or regulated organisations.
• Exposure to GDPR, Telecoms Security Act, Cyber Resilience Bill, or NIS/NIST frameworks.
• Evidence of career progression (expanded responsibilities, promotions, scope increases).
• Industry background in finance or technology desirable; public sector/NHS experience less aligned with pace and culture.

Qualifications

• ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Auditor (desirable).
• Prince2 or AgilePM project/programme management.
• Privacy certifications (CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT) desirable but not essential—training support provided.

Why Arqiva?

We are the undisputed leader in UK TV and radio broadcast, and the UK’s leading Smart utilities platform, shaping the future of connectivity. Our services connect media and data to your daily life, from TV and radio delivery to smart meter data transmission.

We offer opportunities to develop and grow your career, and we are committed to helping you grow whether you want to specialise or climb to the top.

Reward . Connection . Growth

Benefits

We offer: Up to £110K base salary, 15% bonus, 6% pension contribution, private medical, 25 days annual leave, and access to flexible benefits including discounts, wellbeing programmes, gymflex, and more.

For more detail, see the total reward booklet.

Job Information

• Job Identification: 24016
• Posting Date: 18/09/2025
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: 64 Newman Street, London; Crawley Court, Winchester