Head of Governance, Risk & Contracts
Remote with occasional travel UK wide
£60,000 to £65,000
Seymour John is exclusively recruiting for a Head of Governance, Risk & Contracts on behalf of a fast-growth, innovative organisation operating in the compliance, risk, and operational performance sector.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Head of Governance, Risk & Contracts to work closely with the CEO and other C-suite members. In this role you will play a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening governance across the business.
This is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility spanning contracts, risk, compliance, insurance, and supplier governance. You will also play a key part in embedding governance best practice and supporting strategic decision-making at executive level.
This position offers a rare opportunity to operate across both strategic and operational areas within a dynamic and growing organisation, where your expertise will directly influence performance, resilience, and future growth.
Role duties
- Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial contracts
- Provide clear, pragmatic advice to senior stakeholders
- Support strategic initiatives, partnerships, and commercial decisions
- Develop and maintain governance frameworks, policies, and controls
- Support risk management activities, including oversight of the corporate risk register
- Lead or support audits, compliance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Manage insurance policies, renewals, and relationships with brokers
- Oversee claims processes, ensuring timely and accurate submissions
- Work closely with the CEO and other C-suite members
- Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and compliance
- Provide governance guidance, training, and support across the organisation
- Support governance across supplier relationships
- Review contracts, due diligence, and compliance documentation
- Ensure suppliers meet contractual and ESG expectations
About You
We are looking for a senior governance professional who combines technical expertise with strong commercial awareness and the ability to influence at executive level.
You will likely have
- Experience in a senior governance, compliance, legal, or procurement role
- Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
- A solid understanding of risk management and governance frameworks
- The ability to balance legal and commercial considerations
- Experience working with senior stakeholders and executive teams
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with high integrity
Desirable Experience
- Exposure to ESG, data protection, or supply chain governance
- A relevant professional qualification (legal, procurement, or similar)
Benefits
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Collaborative, growth-focused working culture
- Health cash plan & Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension scheme and financial benefits
- Gym discounts, cycle to work scheme & EV scheme
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Ongoing professional development support
How to Apply
For more information or a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Lee Walker or Joe Woodall at Seymour John Ltd.