Director of Technology Governance, Risk and Compliance

Join us, be part of more. 

We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.  
  

About your team: 

You’ll be working centrally within our mission control room, aka Centrica’s group functions. From Finance and Data Science, to our Wellbeing and People teams - this is the engine of our energy system, where our various Centres of Excellence power up each of our brilliant businesses, ensuring they have all the support, technologies, and capabilities they need to get our customers to Net Zero by 2050.

Join Centrica as our dynamic Director of Technology Governance, Risk, and Compliance! In this pivotal role, you’ll provide strategic leadership across the organization, ensuring our technology governance, risk management, compliance, assurance, control, and audit coordination are seamlessly aligned with our business objectives and regulatory requirements. You’ll oversee policy, develop and maintain our GRC framework, engage with stakeholders, drive continuous improvement, and lead the Control Maturity program in Technology. This is your chance to make a significant impact and drive excellence in a forward-thinking company. Are you ready to take on this exciting challenge?

Location: UK (talk to us about flexible working)

The Day to Day –

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the GRC functions.
• Align GRC initiatives with the organization’s overall strategy and objectives.
• Lead Centrica in embedding governance, risk management, and compliance into Centrica’s culture and daily operations to ensure proactive risk and control management.
• Take a strategic approach to audit responses, making informed decisions to prioritize actions, allocate resources effectively, and ensure alignment with Centrica’s goals and compliance requirements.
• Ensure policies are up-to-date and compliant with relevant regulations and standards.
• Develop and maintain the GRC framework to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Implement and manage governance structures and processes.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies and controls.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits.
• Serve as the central authority on certifications and regulatory compliance, ensuring Centrica meets all relevant standards.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures.

Your Experience –

• Relevant industry certification such as ISO Auditor/Implementer
• Knowledge of COBIT, ITIL, ISO27001, ISO20000
• Understanding of information security technologies, such as identity and access Management, encryption, and multi-factor authentication.
• Knowledge of cyber threats and associated controls to mitigate/reduce risks.
• Understanding of power utilities, retail energy, and oil & gas industry trends and emerging threats.
• Knowledge of internal and/or external regulatory policies, standards, procedures, and controls (e.g., COBIT, CPNI, NIST, ISO27xx, Cyber Essentials, SWIFT)
• Ability to drive compliance and facilitate agreements with challenging stakeholders.

What’s in it for you ?

• Enjoy a generous market salary, along with fantastic growth opportunities and a vibrant work environment!
• Get ready to hit the road in style with access to some of the latest electric vehicles.
• Power up your pay with a 15% Employee Energy Allowance, surpassing the government's price cap!
• Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan, designed for peace of mind.
• Elevate your health with our fully-funded company healthcare plan, prioritizing your well-being.
• Recharge with a generous 25-day holiday allowance, plus public holidays, and even purchase up to 5 extra days for extended relaxation!
• Experience unparalleled work-life balance with an exceptional selection of flexible benefits, from tech treats and eco-friendly car leases to travel insurance for your adventures!

Why should you apply?   
  
We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.  
  
https://www.morethanacareer.energy/centrica

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

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