Head of risk and Compliance

Join to apply for the Head of risk and Compliance role at Reward . Are you a seasoned risk and compliance leader ready to make a real impact in a high growth, high performing organisation? Reward is seeking an experienced Head of Risk & Compliance to lead and oversee our organisation wide governance across information security, risk, compliance, quality, and sustainability. This is a strategic leadership role, operating across the UK, Europe, and EMEA, responsible for safeguarding Reward’s brand, reputation, and operational resilience while embedding a culture of compliance and risk awareness across the business. What you’ll do Lead, mentor, and inspire teams to deliver best in class risk and compliance outcomes. Develop, review, and implement risk and compliance policies aligned with regulatory changes and industry best practices. Serve as a trusted partner to senior management, business units, external auditors, and regulatory authorities. Act as Data Protection Officer, overseeing data privacy and protection initiatives. Design and implement enterprise-wide risk management frameworks, ensuring operational, financial, legal, and strategic risks are identified and mitigated. Oversee compliance with industry standards and certifications, including PCI DSS, ISO 27001, ISO 9001, EcoVadis, and BCorp. Drive business continuity planning, sustainability initiatives, and corporate responsibility programs. Monitor emerging risks, analyse trends, and present actionable insights to the executive team and board. What we’re looking for Extensive experience in risk management, compliance, and information security governance. Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, governance best practices, and standards in the card payments industry. Hands on experience with compliance certifications and risk tools. SOC II experience is a plus. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities, able to navigate complexity and provide clear guidance. Adaptable, resilient, and detail oriented, able to thrive in a fast paced, evolving environment. Why Reward? This is more than a compliance role it’s a strategic opportunity to shape the future of Risk & Compliance at Reward, operating across multiple regions and influencing the way we protect and grow the business. If you are passionate about governance, risk management, and building resilient, responsible organisations, this is the role for you. Interested? Apply via the link. #Hiring #RiskAndCompliance #Leadership #DataProtection #Governance #Sustainability #InformationSecurity #ExecutiveCareers Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Reward by 2x. Get notified about new Head of Risk jobs in London Area, United Kingdom . #J-18808-Ljbffr