Technology Services Risk & Governance Lead

Job ID: 009175

Location: Bradford, UK, BD5 8LJ

Job type: Permanent - Full Time

Salary: Circa £55,000 Dependent on Experience + Bonus & Benefits

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Are you passionate about making a difference, using your risk and governance skills collaboratively to deliver real change? If so, we may have the role for you!

We are thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity for an IT/ Technology Risk & Governance Lead to join our team in Technology Services. In this role, you will work closely with IT, IS & Cyber SMEs to foster a culture of risk awareness and accountability for technology risk and governance across the Directorate. This is an exciting time to join the team, as the Society embarks on an ambitious growth plan, and a transformation journey that Technology Services will be at the heart of.

This is a hybrid role; remote working and a small amount of onsite presence in our central Leeds (or Bradford) office.

About the role

As a technology risk subject matter expert lead, you’ll ultimately be responsible for leading on the transformation of our Technology Services risk and control environment. You’ll be working across Technology Services to intervene and support in the resolution of risk related matters. You will -

Support and educate SMEs with the identification, assessment, monitoring, and management of technology risks (both on prem and Cloud)
Support the design and implementation of IT and Cyber controls to mitigate identified risks
Support the continual review of technology services controls to ensure they are appropriate for managing our risks.
Build relationships with key stakeholders across the business
Develop, implement, and maintain governance and risk management frameworks including policies and procedures
Provide problem solving/ troubleshooting skills to support the Technology Services Director and extended leadership team
Monitor, report and provide insights on key risk indicators, emerging risks, and compliance issues
Lead the preparation and delivery of governance and risk reporting for risk forums and committees
Monitor and report on audit and assurance issues
Support annual compliance activities, such as PCI-DSS, LINK, BACS

About you

What will you bring to the role?

Experience with IT/ Technology risk (including cyber), preferably in Financial Services
Comfortable explaining technology risk in non-technical terms whilst advising and educating on appropriate risk mitigation and remediation
Track record of building relationships with key stakeholders, good collaboration skills
Knowledge of industry best practice, emerging technology risks and regulatory requirements
Knowledge and experience of Technology Risk & Control Assessment frameworks
NIST, ISO27001, COBIT, ITIL
Relevant industry certifications would be an advantage, but not essential

Business Impact

We may be almost 160 years old, but we’re still leading the way when it comes to digital transformation. Our ever-growing IT, Transformation and Digital teams are embracing innovation to shape change. And drive us into the modern age of information, AI, and automation. All whilst keeping us, and our members, safe. So, they have a real impact on our transformation journey, and our future. And that means you can too!

Learning & Development

Everyone can build a career path they love here. And that’s because we offer a wide range of programmes, opportunities and more to help you learn, grow, and develop – and reach your full potential.

These include...

Personal Growth Toolkits - a range of materials that help you discover your strengths, identify your goals, and your next steps.
Secondment and Stretch opportunities – helping you gain experience in different areas of our business and new ways of working.
Learning Champion Network – opportunities to work outside of your immediate area and build new skills.
Apprenticeships and Professional Qualifications – a range of brilliant apprenticeships and programmes available to everyone.
REACH Diverse Leadership Programme – helping our Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse leaders progress into senior leadership roles.

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Our ways of working and flexibility

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We know there’s no single right way of working that fits everyone. That’s why we’re not trying to find one. Instead, we’re doing everything we can to make sure that when we’re working flexibly, together and apart, we’re working at our best. We help our colleagues get the most out of work, and take care of themselves, wherever they’re working.

We offer a range of flexible working options without unsocial hours, which can help you find a healthy work-life balance. Whether it’s finishing early for an appointment or fitting your studies and hobbies in around your working hours, we can help make it work for you. We’re happy to talk flexible working and you can reach out to us anytime during the recruitment process to discuss this.

Find out more about our Ways of Working

Our pension scheme (where you can get up to 11% from us)
On target bonus of 7% (with the opportunity to earn up to a maximum 15%)
Access to brilliant health benefits
Life assurance at 6 times your salary
25 days’ holiday (and the option to buy more)
Cycle to work or an interest-free loan for an annual ticket
Wellbeing resources and tools
Retail and Leisure discounts

Find out more about what we offer

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Meet the Recruiter(s)

Mike Peel

Resourcing & Inclusion Specialist

Connect with Mike Peel

I partner with the following business areas on all things resourcing & inclusion: IT, Transformation, Data, Digital Channels, Finance and Financial Crime.

I joined the team in September 2021 and I absolutely love working for YBS! It’s a brilliant place to work, with an incredibly friendly, flexible and inclusive culture.

I’ve got lots of experience in Recruitment, Talent & HR across Retail, Charity and Financial Services. Throughout my career I’ve partnered with every head office function you can think of! Everything from Trading, Marketing and Finance through to HR, Property and Legal.

I love supporting people with their careers and development, so if you’d like to chat to me about what it’s like to work at YBS or want to find out more about our latest opportunities, then it would be great to connect!

Holly Gallagher

Resourcing & Inclusion Specialist

Connect with Holly Gallagher

Since joining YBS in June 2023, I have had the pleasure of supporting the wider business with all things recruitment. Covering IT, Transformation, Data, Digital Channels, Finance and Financial Crime.

YBS has been a great place to work both professionally and personally as I have been provided with the support to upskill and learn, and recently had the opportunity to undertake a Level 3 Data Technician Apprenticeship which has been truly amazing!

If you are keen to learn more about the culture here at YBS, or any current opportunities I'd love to hear from you!

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

You’ll find people from all walks of life here, with different cultures, beliefs, ages, outlooks and more. And we’re proud of our differences. So we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, supported, and empowered to be their whole self at work.

Our five Colleague Networks play an important role in helping that happen – and have a real impact on our everyday working life here. Each is closely linked to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee, and sponsored by a member of our Senior Leadership Team.

And we also have our Colleague Support groups, such as ManKind and Family Foundations, where colleagues can connect, and talk about issues that matter.

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