Remote Enterprise Risk & Compliance Manager

GiveDirectly; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international charity is seeking a Manager of Legal Risk & Compliance to enhance governance systems and manage organizational risk. This role involves developing frameworks and tools for risk management, collaborating closely with legal and operational teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will possess strong project management skills, experience in risk management, and alignment with the organization's values. The position offers a remote working option and requires occasional travel to team retreats or field visits.

Benefits

Competitive salary including bonus

Robust health benefits plan

Flexible paid time off

Learning and development allowances

Qualifications

• Experience in risk, compliance, or legal operations in international organizations.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen enterprise risk and controls framework.
• Develop and maintain an organizational risk register.
• Coordinate quarterly risk review cycles with leadership.
• Embed risk thinking into policy lifecycle management.
• Promote a culture of learning and accountability.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Problem solving

Project management

Fostering inclusivity

Clear communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree (JD, MPA, MBA)

Job description

A leading international charity is seeking a Manager of Legal Risk & Compliance to enhance governance systems and manage organizational risk. This role involves developing frameworks and tools for risk management, collaborating closely with legal and operational teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will possess strong project management skills, experience in risk management, and alignment with the organization's values. The position offers a remote working option and requires occasional travel to team retreats or field visits.