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Broster Buchanan

Head of Controls Assurance

Manchester
Posted about 19 hours ago
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My Client, a fast-growing global organisation is strengthening the strategic foundations that allow it to expand responsibly, sustainably and with clarity. To support that evolution, we’re searching for an experienced, commercially-minded Head of Controls & Assurance to join the Strategy & Governance Leadership Team and shape a modern second-line function from the inside.

This is a role for someone who sees assurance differently — not as a brake, but as a catalyst. Someone who understands that strong governance doesn’t slow a business down; it gives it the freedom to move faster.

You’ll lead the development and delivery of the organisation’s Controls Assurance & Compliance framework, providing independent oversight across a diverse, international operation. You’ll define a risk-based assurance strategy that highlights where to focus, what to improve, and how to strengthen the controls that protect customers, partners and people.

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Working closely with senior leaders, you’ll bring constructive challenge, clarity and insight. You’ll evaluate controls, identify weaknesses, and turn evidence into stories that influence decision-making at the highest level. You’ll help embed a culture where compliance is understood, owned and valued — not because it’s required, but because it’s smart.

This is a highly visible leadership role. A chance to build something that matters — a second-line function that scales with the business, supports innovation, and ensures growth happens with confidence.

You'll Be a Credible Assurance, Audit Or Compliance Leader With The Ability To Influence Senior Stakeholders And Balance Commercial Objectives With Effective Governance And Risk Management. You'll Bring:

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  • Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIA, CIIA, CISA or equivalent
  • Significant experience in assurance, compliance, audit, risk management or internal controls leadership roles
  • Strong commercial, financial, audit or risk management background
  • Proven experience designing and implementing governance, compliance and control frameworks
  • Strong understanding of compliance standards, regulatory requirements and risk-based assurance methodologies
  • Knowledge of GDPR, PCI DSS, CCPA and broader governance and compliance frameworks
  • Experience working with technology-enabled businesses and understanding the interaction between business processes and IT systems
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Skills

Controls Assurance
Compliance Frameworks
Risk Management
Internal Audit
Governance
Stakeholder Management
Regulatory Compliance
Financial Audit
IT Systems Interaction
Strategic Planning

Location

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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