Financial Risk and Compliance Manager

About the Company

A leading globally recognised brand name business is seeking an experienced Financial Risk & Compliance Manager to join its European Finance function. This is a pivotal role with responsibility for overseeing financial risk management and compliance activities across the UK and Europe.

About the Role

You will play a key role in ensuring financial control, governance, and compliance across multiple entities. This position requires a confident professional who can influence stakeholders at all levels, build strong relationships, and operate effectively within a complex, international environment. You will work closely with senior business leaders, cross-functional teams, external partners, and international headquarters, contributing to both operational excellence and strategic direction.

Responsibilities:

Compliance & Risk Management

• Lead the regional SOX compliance programme, ensuring effective internal control frameworks are in place and continuously improved
• Partner with process and control owners to define, monitor, and enhance Entity-Level and Process-Level Controls
• Maintain and develop Risk & Control Matrix (RACM) documentation aligned with business processes
• Coordinate IT SOX activities in collaboration with technology teams
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, managing audit cycles and supporting remediation plans

Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory

• Act as a trusted advisor to business process owners and stakeholders across the organisation
• Provide training and guidance on internal controls, ownership, and compliance expectations
• Communicate audit findings clearly and support practical remediation solutions
• Build strong relationships across regional and international teams

Governance & Controls

• Support internal audit processes and ensure effective coordination across departments
• Complete annual risk and governance assessments
• Maintain business continuity planning, including training and testing
• Oversee contract accuracy within financial systems and monitor financial risk exposure
• Proactively identify and mitigate fraud risks through control testing and system checks

Project Involvement

• Provide subject matter expertise on finance transformation and compliance-related projects
• Support implementation of new controls and processes, ensuring alignment with business operations
• Facilitate collaboration between IT and business stakeholders on control frameworks
• Contribute to change management initiatives linked to governance and compliance

Qualifications:

• Qualified Accountant with significant experience in financial controls and compliance

Required Skills:

• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Demonstrated leadership and accountability in complex environments
• Proactive, flexible approach with a mindset geared towards continuous improvement
• High level of integrity and ability to manage confidential information

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with strategic planning and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. TQM / PDCA)
• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Ability to build networks and identify opportunities for business improvement