Head of Governance, Risk & Contracts
hace 11 días
Birmingham
Head of Governance, Risk & Contracts\n\nRemote with occasional travel UK wide\n£60,000 to £65,000\n\nSeymour John is exclusively recruiting for a Head of Governance, Risk & Contracts on behalf of a fast-growth, innovative organisation operating in the compliance, risk, and operational performance sector.\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nWe are seeking an experienced Head of Governance, Risk & Contracts to work closely with the CEO and other C-suite members. In this role you will play a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening governance across the business.\n\nThis is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility spanning contracts, risk, compliance, insurance, and supplier governance. You will also play a key part in embedding governance best practice and supporting strategic decision-making at executive level.\n\nThis position offers a rare opportunity to operate across both strategic and operational areas within a dynamic and growing organisation, where your expertise will directly influence performance, resilience, and future growth.\n\nRole duties\n\n * Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial contracts\n\n * Provide clear, pragmatic advice to senior stakeholders\n\n * Support strategic initiatives, partnerships, and commercial decisions\n\n * Develop and maintain governance frameworks, policies, and controls\n\n * Support risk management activities, including oversight of the corporate risk register\n\n * Lead or support audits, compliance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives\n\n * Manage insurance policies, renewals, and relationships with brokers\n\n * Oversee claims processes, ensuring timely and accurate submissions\n\n * Work closely with the CEO and other C-suite members\n\n * Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and compliance\n\n * Provide governance guidance, training, and support across the organisation\n\n * Support governance across supplier relationships\n\n * Review contracts, due diligence, and compliance documentation\n\n * Ensure suppliers meet contractual and ESG expectations\n\nAbout You\n\nWe are looking for a senior governance professional who combines technical expertise with strong commercial awareness and the ability to influence at executive level.\n\nYou will likely have\n\n * Experience in a senior governance, compliance, legal, or procurement role\n\n * Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts\n\n * A solid understanding of risk management and governance frameworks\n\n * The ability to balance legal and commercial considerations\n\n * Experience working with senior stakeholders and executive teams\n\n * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills\n\n * A proactive, solutions-focused approach with high integrity\n\nDesirable Experience\n\n * Exposure to ESG, data protection, or supply chain governance\n\n * A relevant professional qualification (legal, procurement, or similar)\n\nBenefits\n\n * 25 days holiday + bank holidays\n\n * Collaborative, growth-focused working culture\n\n * Health cash plan & Employee Assistance Programme\n\n * Pension scheme and financial benefits\n\n * Gym discounts, cycle to work scheme & EV scheme\n\n * Enhanced family leave policies\n\n * Ongoing professional development support\n\nHow to Apply\n\nFor more information or a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Lee Walker or Joe Woodall at Seymour John Ltd