Were on a mission to change the future of
clinical research. At Perceptive we help the
biopharmaceutical industry bring medical
treatments to the market faster.
Our mission is to change the world
but to do this we need people like you.
Apart from job satisfaction we can offer you:
YOURSELF
25 days holiday (with the option to buy more)
HEALTH
Health Cash Plan
Optional private health dental insurance and health screens
Cycle to work scheme
WEALTH
Generous pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
Life assurance
Season ticket loan
About the role
The Manager Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) is responsible for developing implementing and maintaining governance risk and compliance frameworks within Perceptives security function.
Managing a small team this role ensures adherence to ISO 27001 standards manages internal and external audits and reviews contractual agreements (MSAs) for compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
Governance & Framework Management
Maintain and enhance the organizations Information Security Management System (ISMS) aligned with ISO 27001.
Develop and update security policies standards and procedures.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations.
Risk Management
Identify assess and monitor information security risks.
Maintain risk registers and ensure mitigation plans are in place.
Support business units in risk treatment and reporting.
Compliance & Audits
Plan and execute internal audits for ISO 27001 and other relevant frameworks.
Coordinate external certification audits and liaise with auditors.
Track and manage audit findings and corrective actions.
Contractual Reviews
Review Master Service Agreements (MSAs) Statements of Work (SOWs) and vendor contracts for security and compliance clauses.
Collaborate with Legal and Procurement teams to ensure security requirements are embedded in agreements.
Advise on third-party risk management processes.
Training & Awareness
Conduct security awareness sessions related to governance and compliance.
Provide guidance to stakeholders on compliance obligations.
Manage Cyber awareness and phishing simulation platforms
Reporting & Metrics
Prepare regular compliance and risk reports for senior management.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for GRC activities.
Ability to manage internal and external audits as they relate to cyber security.
Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
A flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning.
Ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and prioritize workload with attention to detail.
Ability to identify and implement process improvements.
Ability to manage a globally distributed team including motivating developing and coordinating team members.
Maintains an up-to-date awareness of trends tools technology techniques and processes that affect cyber security GRC within the Life sciences domain.
Proven experience of leading and mentoring colleagues.
Experience of regulated environments (GxP Financial etc).
Professional certifications such asISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor CISM CRISC or similar.
Strong understanding of ISO 27001 risk management frameworks and audit processes.
Experience reviewing contracts and MSAs for security compliance.
Background in IT security governance within a global organization.
Knowledge and understanding of regulations and frameworks relating data protection and cyber security (GDPR SOC 2 NIS2 etc.).
Experience with GRC tools and platforms.
Bachelors degree or Engineering in IT/computer science/electronics
English: Fluent.
Come as you are.
Were proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion colour national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required Experience:
Manager
Interactive Response Technology or IRT is used in clinical trials. But what is IRT? Find out more about how Perceptive eClinical's IRT system