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Information Security Regulatory Support Lead

Lead Security Controls Assessor - NIS2 Readiness (Financial Services)

Contract Type: 6-Month Rolling Contract

Rate: 550/day (Inside IR35)

Location: Fully Remote

My client, a leading organisation in the Financial Services sector, is currently seeking two experienced contractors to join their Security Controls Assessor team. This is a strategic initiative focused on preparing for the upcoming NIS2 regulation, with a strong emphasis on regulatory assurance and cross-entity alignment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support activities related to NIS2 readiness and regulatory assurance

Assess existing policies, standards, processes, and technical environments against NIS2 and other relevant frameworks

Conduct entity-specific assessments and asset-level assurance testing

Assist with NIS2 registration processes and incident reporting readiness across multiple entities

Collaborate with stakeholders across business units, project teams, and EGSO to ensure cohesive support

Document the organisation’s regulatory posture, ISRG priorities, gaps, risks, and sustainability of compliance efforts

Provide regular updates to the EMAP Information Security Regulatory Governance Specialist

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-impact regulatory programme within a complex, multi-entity financial environment. If you’re experienced in security controls assessment, regulatory compliance, and NIS2 alignment, this role offers both strategic influence and operational depth.

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IT Audit Manager

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited

Leading Financial Institution

Hybrid - 3 Days p/w in London

65k - 75k + Benefits + Bonus

This first line of defence role involves supporting and coordinating the management of primarily external IT SOX audits, including those impacting multiple branches. You will liaise between internal stakeholders and external auditors to ensure timely, accurate responses to audit requests, verifying that all information is complete and relevant. Additionally, you will assess audit findings and work with stakeholders to validate accuracy and evaluate compensating controls where necessary.

Following the completion of audits, you will assist technology teams in developing sustainable action plans to mitigate risks effectively. Clear and informative communication and reporting will be essential to highlight the status of audits and any outstanding issues

Key Responsibilities:

Act as the primary liaison between external audit teams and technology departments, ensuring clear communication and timely fulfilment of audit requests.

Coordinate audit evidence collection, track external audit deficiencies, and manage the technology audit calendar to ensure readiness.

Review and validate audit responses and evidence for completeness and accuracy prior to submission.

Support internal and external audit processes by facilitating walkthroughs, meetings, and technical discussions with stakeholders.

Run pre-audit checks, ensure remediation of identified issues, and assist technology teams in developing and executing effective action plans.

Provide guidance on responding to audit findings, ensuring risk mitigation and control improvements.

Identify opportunities to enhance audit efficiency, transparency, and effectiveness through process improvements and innovative tools such as data analytics and AI.

Ideal Candidate:

Strong technical background with 3+ years’ experience in technology, risk management, governance, or audit (internal/external).

Solid understanding of SOX and external audit processes.

Skilled at analysing complex situations, prioritising effectively, and making commercial decisions.

Proven ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.

Strong relationship-builder with influence across all stakeholder levels, including senior audit and technology management.

Excellent communicator, adept at conveying complex information to diverse audiences.

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Well-developed planning, communication (written and verbal), and presentation skills.

Expertise in reporting and process improvement to enhance operational efficiency.

Comfortable working in cross-cultural, cross-functional environments.

This permanent position based in Central London (3 days per week onsite, 2 days per week WFH) pays a base salary of 65k - 75k plus a performance based bonus and benefits including a 10% employer pension contribution, life insurance, income protection, critical illness cover, generous holiday allowances with options to buy/sell, private medical insurance, premier health screening and a flexible benefits portal for optional extras via salary sacrifice.

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn’t right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Cyber Security Advisor - Azure, Cyber, Cloud

Salary: 48,000 - 55,000 (depending on experience) + benefits.

Location: London - Hybrid

About the Role

We’re seeking a Cyber Security Advisor to join our Information & Cyber Security team. Reporting to the Information Security Manager, you’ll act as a trusted security consultant across a variety of projects. This role offers the opportunity to work in a cloud-focused environment (primarily Azure) with a smaller on-premises footprint.

You’ll ensure security best practices are embedded into solutions and processes, providing expert guidance to stakeholders and influencing security strategy.

What We’re Looking For

Technical Expertise

Strong understanding of cyber security principles and risk management.

Hands-on experience with cloud security, particularly Azure services and tools.

Familiarity with security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or CIS.

Knowledge of security technologies (firewalls, remote access, ZTNA).

Exposure to threat modelling and cyber threat intelligence is advantageous.

Core Skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.

Ability to balance security priorities with business objectives.

Self-driven and detail-oriented.

Qualifications & Experience

Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.

Industry certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH) highly desirable.

Proven experience in an information security role, ideally in a cloud-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

Security Advisory

Provide expert security input throughout project lifecycles.

Ensure security requirements are integrated into design and delivery.

Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks.

Risk & Compliance

Perform security assessments on systems, applications, and processes.

Highlight vulnerabilities and recommend remediation measures.

Ensure adherence to internal policies and external standards.

Awareness & Training

Drive security awareness initiatives across the organisation.

Develop and deliver engaging training sessions.

Keep informed on emerging threats, trends, and technologies.

Cloud Security

Guide teams on securing cloud environments, with a focus on Azure.

Configure and optimise Azure security tools and policies.

Support the creation of cloud security frameworks and governance.

Additional Information

Adecco are operating as an Employment Agency. Adecco are an equal opportunities employer and we are on the client’s supplier list for this opening.

Please be assured that your CV will be treated in the strictest confidence and we would always speak to you before discussing your CV with any potential employer.

Risk Lead - Inside IR35 - SC Cleared

Location: Primarily remote - once monthly travel to London

Duration: Initially 6 months - long term project

Rate: 500 - 575 p/d inside IR35

Clearance: Active SC is necessary

We are seeking an experienced Risk Lead to support a critical programme of work. The role requires strong expertise in enterprise and project risk management, with demonstrable knowledge of industry standards and frameworks. The successful candidate will play a key role in establishing, embedding, and maintaining robust risk management practices across the programme, ensuring compliance, transparency, and informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Lead on the design, implementation, and management of risk frameworks across the programme.

Apply recognised standards such as ISO 31000 and Management of Risk (MoR) principles to build a comprehensive risk strategy.

Facilitate the identification, assessment, and monitoring of risks at both project and enterprise levels.

Develop and maintain risk registers, ensuring risks are clearly articulated, categorised, and tracked with appropriate mitigations.

Provide expert guidance and challenge to programme leadership on risk appetite, exposure, and treatment options.

Produce risk reporting and dashboards to support governance, assurance, and stakeholder communication.

Promote a culture of proactive risk awareness across delivery teams, ensuring risk considerations are embedded into planning and delivery.

Liaise with senior stakeholders, auditors, and assurance bodies as the primary point of contact for programme risk.

Key Skills & Experience

Proven experience in business risk management within complex programmes or enterprise environments.

Strong knowledge and practical application of ISO 31000 risk management standards.

Demonstrable experience creating and applying Management of Risk (MoR) frameworks.

Track record in designing and embedding risk management processes in large-scale transformation or change programmes.

Ability to produce clear and concise risk reporting for senior stakeholders.

Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.

Risk management certification (e.g., MoR Practitioner, IRM, ISO31000 certification) desirable but not essential.

Contracts Manager

Randstad Technologies Recruitment

Job Title: Contracts Manager

Location: London (On-site)

About the Role

We are a global leader in market intelligence seeking a seasoned Contracts Managerto join our dynamic team in London.

In this pivotal role, you’ll own the end-to-end contract lifecycle, from drafting and negotiation to final execution. You will collaborate across departments to mitigate risk and ensure all agreements align with our commercial and legal strategy.

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of commercial contracts.

Partner with Sales, Legal, and Finance to drive our position in negotiations.

Manage the full contract lifecycle, including performance, compliance, and renewals.

Identify and mitigate contractual risks, advising senior leadership.

Champion best practices in contract management and maintain meticulous records.

What You’ll Bring

A minimum of 5 years of experience in contract management or a similar role.

Strong, practical knowledge of contract law and regulations.

A degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.

Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.

Strong analytical skills and a high level of attention to detail.

Proficiency with contract management software and Microsoft Office.

A Legal Practice Course (LPC), CPCM certification, or fluency in Arabic would be a plus.

Ready for your next challenge? Apply today to join our team in London!

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Team Compliance Officer

Position: Team Compliance Officer

Job ID: 1237/58

Location: Kent

Rate/Salary: £45,189 + 5% overtime allowance

Benefits: 28 days holiday + bank holidays, medical cash plan, generous pension, cycle to work scheme, car leasing, onsite parking (with EV charging), access to occupational health & wellbeing resources

Type: Fixed Term 24 Months

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors visit: (url removed) for a list of our vacancies. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Team Complience Officer

Typically, this person will be responsible for ensuring that appropriate Health, Safety and Compliance documentation, procedures, and controls are in place for a technical and engineering team working across office, field, and remote environments. The role also includes leading internal audits, coordinating training, and implementing new safety practices and policies.

HSB Technical s client is an established and well-regarded business entity.

Duties and responsibilities of the Health, Safety & Compliance Coordinator:

• Develop and review H&S documentation, procedures, and control measures

• Conduct internal audits to assess team compliance and identify areas for improvement

• Visit remote operational sites to assess risk and engage directly with technical staff

• Create and deliver induction materials, safety briefings, and training coordination

• Manage contractor compliance and documentation prior to and during site works

• Liaise with internal departments to align risk management and safety standards

• Support implementation of procedural updates and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications and requirements for the Health, Safety & Compliance Coordinator:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar H&S role within engineering, IT, or construction environments

• Health & Safety qualification (SMSTS or equivalent) with knowledge of relevant regulations (Working at Height, LOLER, PUWER)

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to lead and influence across teams

• Must hold a full UK manual driving licence

• Educated to A-Level standard (or equivalent) in IT, engineering, or science disciplines

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.

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