Compliance Manager - GRC

About the role

Clear is looking for a Compliance Manager to own and drive its compliance framework end-to-end, from regulatory change and certification to audits, monitoring, policy governance and training. The role leads the development, implementation and ongoing management of the client compliance programme, working closely with Operations, InfoSec, Health & Safety, Legal and HR. It is a hybrid position based in the London office with international travel.

Key responsibilities

• Act as Process Owner for the compliance management process: requirement identification, control design, testing, monitoring and continual improvement.
• Lead compliance with ISO 27001, SOC2, GDPR and other applicable privacy and customer requirements.
• Develop and report compliance KPIs/KRIs and coordinate reporting to senior management and governance committees.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and customer due diligence, manage findings through to closure and track corrective actions.
• Monitor emerging regulatory requirements, assess their business impact and help develop mitigation strategies.
• Promote a strong compliance culture and deliver training and awareness programmes.
• Support Legal, Operations and Procurement on contractual compliance and coordinate customer and regulatory information requests.

Required profile

• 8-10+ years of progressive experience in governance, audit, risk, compliance or assurance in a mission-critical environment such as data centres, utilities, defence or aviation.
• Demonstrable experience implementing enterprise compliance programmes and managing ISO/SOC2 certifications.
• Experience translating legislation into business controls and presenting to executive leadership.
• Comfortable working internationally and supporting major incidents outside standard hours.
• ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer required; ISO 37301, CRISC or CGRC desirable; degree in Law, Risk, Governance or a related field desirable.

Required skills

• Knowledge of compliance management systems, governance frameworks and UK GDPR/data protection legislation
• Familiarity with DORA and NIS
• ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer

What we offer

• Competitive salary plus bonus
• Healthcare and pension
• Hybrid working in London with international travel