Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Analyst

Posted 5 days 13 hours ago by ACS Operations

Permanent
Full Time
Other
London, United Kingdom
Job Description
About ACS Operations

ACS Operations is a leading provider of compliance, due diligence, and governance solutions, specializing in financial crime prevention, risk management, and regulatory compliance. We partner with clients across banking, fintech, and corporate sectors, helping organizations strengthen resilience and streamline governance through expert services and AI-driven tools.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Analyst to support the design and implementation of scalable governance frameworks. In this role, you will help drive faster decision-making while reducing enterprise and supplier risk. The role is hands-on and will involve working closely with internal stakeholders to assess risks, remediate control gaps, and enhance audit readiness through automation and workflow design.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement governance frameworks for business-critical assets, including classification and control assurance.
  • Lead third-party risk management processes, including supplier security assessments, contract reviews, and support for customer due diligence.
  • Conduct and document risk assessments and control reviews, integrating findings into ServiceNow IRM or other GRC platforms.
  • Identify and remediate control failures, manage policy exceptions, and track audit findings to resolution.
  • Build scalable, automated workflows to enhance audit readiness and reduce manual workload in GRC functions.
  • Ensure alignment with recognized frameworks, including NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and SOC 2.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across technology and compliance functions to ensure a cohesive approach to governance and risk.
What We're Looking For
  • Strong experience in asset governance, including classification and control assurance.
  • Proven expertise in third-party risk management and supplier assessments.
  • Hands-on experience with ServiceNow IRM or similar GRC platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to remediate control gaps, manage exceptions, and support audits.
  • Experience building scalable, automated workflows in a GRC context.
  • Deep understanding of NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 frameworks.
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments with a proactive and solution-driven mindset.
Why Join ACS Operations?
  • Work with a high-performing compliance and governance team trusted by leading institutions.
  • Standard working hours: 08:00 - 17:00.
  • Exposure to diverse client portfolios across technology, fintech, and corporate sectors.
  • Opportunities to contribute to governance innovation and automation through AI-led tools.
How to Apply

To express your interest, please send your CV and a short cover note to: