Strategic Head of Compliance & Risk – Estates & Facilities

The University of Sheffield; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK university is seeking a Head of Compliance, Governance and Risk to oversee strategic compliance and quality assurance. This senior leadership role is essential for maintaining health and safety regulations across engineering, maintenance, and project activities. The ideal candidate will have a track record in compliance management, strong leadership skills, and technical expertise in engineering disciplines. This role offers an opportunity to impact regulatory initiatives and influence at senior levels.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in engineering or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in compliance, governance and risk management.
• Strong leadership and ability to inspire teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives to keep the university compliant.
• Provide direction to maintenance and project teams.
• Build relationships with external bodies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Compliance management

Stakeholder engagement

Technical knowledge in engineering

Education

Chartered Membership of a professional body (CIBSE, IET, IMechE, CIWEM)

Job description

A prominent UK university is seeking a Head of Compliance, Governance and Risk to oversee strategic compliance and quality assurance. This senior leadership role is essential for maintaining health and safety regulations across engineering, maintenance, and project activities. The ideal candidate will have a track record in compliance management, strong leadership skills, and technical expertise in engineering disciplines. This role offers an opportunity to impact regulatory initiatives and influence at senior levels.