Tech Risk & Controls Lead – Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) Strategy and Business Services Lead

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm is seeking a Tech Risk & Controls Lead in Cybersecurity Technology Controls. In this pivotal role, you will define and implement the GRC strategy, enhance technology risk capabilities, and ensure regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strategic thinking and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include driving service quality and managing organizational change. This position demands exceptional communication and presence, along with expertise in information security. Join us to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Formal training or equivalent expertise in a related field.
• Strong leadership skills with exceptional communication and presence.
• Proficient in information security domains, including policies and standards.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Technology Risk and Control leadership to define and implement the GRC strategy.
• Drive the development and implementation of a comprehensive GRC Operating Model.
• Manage and facilitate organizational change to ensure successful implementation of GRC strategies.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Information security proficiency

Education

Formal training in a related field

Job description

Join our team to play a pivotal role in staying ahead of emerging technology risks, achieving business objectives and maintaining regulatory compliance.

As a Tech Risk & Controls Lead in Cybersecurity Technology Controls (CTC), you will assume a dynamic role as a Strategy and Business Services Lead within the Governance, Risk, and Controls (GRC) Strategy, Change, and Transformation Organization. This pivotal role will empower GRC Leadership to enhance Technology Risk and Control capabilities, stay ahead of emerging technology risks, achieve business objectives, and maintain regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker and an effective communicator, capable of collaborating with a world-class team of technology risk experts to transform the business and elevate the customer experience.

Job responsibilities

• Partner with Technology Risk and Control leadership to define and implement the GRC strategy, set strategic priorities, and develop a prioritized GRC Book of Work, ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Drive the development and implementation of a comprehensive GRC End-to-End Operating Model to enhance service quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction
• Develop and execute effective communication strategies and reporting mechanisms to ensure transparency and accountability in GRC activities
• Manage and facilitate organizational change to ensure successful implementation of GRC strategies and initiatives, focusing on change management planning and stakeholder engagement

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Formal training or equivalent expertise in a related field
• Strategic thinker with the ability to simplify complex matrices and ensure alignment with the vision
• Strong leadership skills with exceptional communication and presence, maintaining focus on end goals
• Skilled negotiator with the ability to collaborate with high-performing teams and individuals across the firm to achieve common goals
• Proficiency in information security domains, including policies and standards, risk and control assessments, and regulatory compliance

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Strong analytical skills, including solving and communicating complex problems, data analytics, and reporting to drive continuous improvement
• Advanced knowledge of project management practices and experience working across large environments
• Proven ability to apply critical thinking and structured problem-solving techniques to address issues and drive continuous improvement in risk management practices