We are seeking an exceptional Director of Risk to lead the risk function. The focus of the role is to maintain overall responsibility for the group''s risk management activities, as part of a core central operations team. The director will report directly into the Board and be the lead risk executive for risk for the Audit and Risk Committee. Client Details This professional services organisation is a medium-sized business offering expert solutions and services to its clients, Description The Director of Risk will be tasked with; Enterprise Risk Management - Oversight of risk management across all divisions by managing comprehensive risk registers. Ensures the firm''s risk appetite is clearly defined and understood at every level. Implementation of robust mitigation strategies to address identified risks and minimise potential adverse impacts on the firm''s objectives.Regulatory Compliance - Oversight of the firm''s ongoing compliance with regulations including FCA, GDPR and AML, among others. Liaison with regulatory bodies, in particular with regard to external compliance monitoring.Ethics and Independence - Oversight of conflicts management and auditor independence. Ensures rigorous conflict checks are conducted to prevent any potential conflicts of interest and established ethical guidelines are consistently enforced to maintain auditor independence and the highest standards of professional conduct.Quality and Risk Management - Oversight of quality management systems, ..... full job details .....