Inzpire - Compliance & Risk Lead

THE COMPANY

We are a highly innovative and rapidly growing defence and technology company that design, develop, and deliver some of the world’s most advanced defence related training, products, and services.

We were recently crowned Employer of the Year at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards 2023. We have been listed as one of the ‘100 Best Large Companies to Work For’ in the UK and Midlands by Best Companies several times as well as achieving ‘Best Companies 3 Star Accreditation’ and a rating of ‘world-class’ for our employee engagement on a number of occasions.  We are also proud to have been honoured with two Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in Innovation, for our next-generation GECO military mission planning system.

As part of a unique and specialist defence company, our friendly team consists of experienced and highly capable individuals, working together with a mature ‘can do’ work ethic. Our central business functions are located in an easily accessible, bright and modern head office to the west of Lincoln, alongside our mission systems team, while the majority of our operational specialists are embedded alongside our Defence customers.

THE ROLE

We are looking for a Compliance & Risk Lead to support a wide range of compliance and risk matters across the business. Working closely with the Head of GRC, the role is key in providing knowledgeable yet practical advice, oversight and operational guidance to ensure regulatory obligations are met, risks are managed and wider governance processes operate smoothly across the business.

• Ensure that the business meets any and all statutory, regulatory and certification obligations through the delivery of operationally independent oversight, advice and assistance.
• Support Company compliance requirements (including but not limited to the areas of data protection, anti-bribery & corruption, whistleblowing, modern slavery, gifts & hospitality requirements).  
• Assist with the sound operation of the Company’s risk management and business continuity frameworks.
• Respond to general queries in a timely manner on the Company’s various insurance covers and support the management of the insurance portfolio to ensure that it remains relevant to business needs.
• Conduct regular research into relevant areas as required to ensure that the Company’s internal compliance policies and procedures are kept up to date and valid.  

THE PERSON

• Significant and proven experience working in a similar / comparable role within a regulated or structured environment.
• Excellent understanding of risk management principles and regulatory compliance requirements.
• A high standard of analytical and reporting skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong IT skills and a good working knowledge of software such as Excel, SharePoint and Power BI would be advantageous.
• Confident communicator who can build effective relationships and provide clear, practical advice.
• IRM (or similar) qualifications desirable.
• Committed to staying informed about industry-specific / professional requirements and standards.
• Adaptable, able to cope with changing requirements and multiple priorities and can remain effective in difficult times.  

Due to the nature of elements of the role, the successful applicant must be a UK National and may be required to successfully complete National Security Vetting which may require criminal record, security service and credit reference checks; qualification will also normally require a minimum UK residency of at least 5 years.

HOW TO APPLY

If you have the required background and are interested in joining a high-performing team, supporting the delivery of exceptional award-winning products and services to our customers, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please click apply and follow the instructions to upload your CV.

Please note that we are part of the QinetiQ group and you will be taken to the QinetiQ careers website in order to complete your application .

BENEFITS

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 30 days paid holiday plus 8 days bank holidays per year.
• Uncapped paid leave scheme (upon successful completion of probation period).
• Company provided private medical and dental insurance.
• QinetiQ Share Incentive Scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Annual profit and performance related pay scheme.
• Death in service (x4 salary).
• Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme.
• Business travel insurance.
• Tax efficient cycle to work and charitable giving schemes.
• Tax efficient electric vehicle company car scheme. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

Inzpire are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for current and prospective employees. We recognise that a diverse, talented and highly motivated workforce is pivotal to our continuing success, therefore our selection decisions are based on the merit of the individual, irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic.

We genuinely recognise the benefits of a diverse and inclusive working environment.  We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, a supportive signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and a Gold award winner within the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We are therefore delighted to offer a guaranteed interview scheme to service leavers, reservists and military spouses or partners (including those of service leavers) who meet all our advertised requirements.