Governance & Control Officer

Job Title: Governance & Control Officer

Role Purpose

Ensure technology initiatives and operations comply with established governance, risk, and control frameworks. The role supports effective risk management, regulatory compliance, and control assurance across technology delivery and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess adherence to governance, risk, and control policies, standards, and procedures
• Support internal and external audits, regulatory reviews, and risk assessments
• Maintain and update control documentation, including policies, procedures, and evidence artifacts
• Identify control gaps, track remediation actions, and report on risk and compliance status
• Collaborate with technology, risk, and business stakeholders to ensure controls are embedded in delivery and operational processes
• Assist with governance reporting, metrics, and management dashboards
• Contribute to continuous improvement of governance and control frameworks and practices

Required Experience & Skills

• 5+ years of experience in governance, risk management, or control-related roles
• Experience working within financial services or other highly regulated environments
• Strong understanding of technology risk, operational risk, and control frameworks
• Experience supporting audits, risk reviews, and regulatory interactions
• Strong documentation, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of industry frameworks and standards (e.g., COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001, NIST)
• Experience with regulatory requirements and supervisory expectations in financial services
• Familiarity with technology delivery lifecycles and Agile environments
• Exposure to third-party risk management and vendor oversight
• Experience using governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, ITIL)