Head of Internal control & Assurance
hace 13 días
Chester
• North-West based, • Hybrid working, • Strong salary and package on offerAbout my client The company is an ambitious, high-growth organisation that has recently made the significant leap from AIM to the FTSE 250 — a milestone that reflects its strong performance, disciplined leadership, and clear strategic direction. With an experienced Senior Management Team and a culture built on accountability, pace, and smart decision-making, the business is well-positioned for its next phase of expansion. The company offers a dynamic, collaborative environment where senior leaders can make a visible impact, shape the future of the organisation, and contribute to a compelling growth story.Role Purpose The Head of Internal Control & Assurance is a newly created senior leadership role responsible for ensuring the Group maintains a robust, effective, and continuously improving internal control, risk management, and governance framework. Following the organisation’s transition from AIM to the FTSE 250, the role will play a critical part in strengthening regulatory compliance, enhancing control maturity, and supporting the Board’s commitment to high-quality corporate governance. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, with a dotted line to the Audit Committee, the role provides independent assurance over the effectiveness of internal controls, operational processes, and compliance across the business.Key Responsibilities, • Internal Control Framework — Lead the design, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the Group’s internal control environment, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and best practice., • Risk & Governance Oversight — Ensure the business maintains effective governance structures and risk management processes, providing clear visibility of control performance to senior leadership and the Board., • Internal Audit Leadership — Develop and embed a third line of defence across the organisation, establishing a robust internal audit framework covering all business functions., • Regulatory Compliance — Oversee compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and legal obligations, ensuring the business meets FTSE-250 standards., • Assurance Reporting — Provide high-quality, independent reporting to the CFO and Audit Committee, including insights, recommendations, and thematic analysis., • Stakeholder Collaboration — Work closely with Group Finance, senior leaders, and operational teams to strengthen control ownership and embed a culture of accountability., • Operational Efficiency — Assess and challenge the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes, safeguarding company assets and supporting continuous improvement.Skills & Experience, • Governance & Controls Expertise — Deep experience in internal control frameworks, risk management, and assurance within a complex, regulated environment., • Internal Audit Leadership — Proven ability to build or mature an internal audit function aligned to the three-lines model., • Regulatory Knowledge — Strong understanding of UK corporate governance requirements, regulatory compliance, and FTSE-level expectations., • Senior Stakeholder Management — Ability to influence at Board and Executive level, with strong communication and relationship-building skills., • Commercial Acumen — Pragmatic, business-focused approach to risk and control, balancing assurance with operational realities., • Change Leadership — Experience driving cultural and operational change across multi-site or international environments.