2681 - Senior Control Adviser / GRC Advisor

Name: PXL Collective
Price range: $

Reference:: 2681

Posted on: 1 October 2025

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Control Advisor to support the Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) function. In this role, you’ll help ensure regulatory compliance and effective risk management by monitoring controls, conducting audits, and collaborating with business units to strengthen the IT governance framework. You’ll play a key part in identifying and mitigating risks, promoting a culture of accountability, and driving continuous improvement across the control environment.

Role Purpose

Monitor regulatory changes and assess compliance with laws, standards, and internal policies
Plan and conduct IT compliance audits, ensuring alignment with UK Corporate Reform mandates
Collaborate with business units to identify key IT applications subject to regulatory oversight
Support risk management by evaluating control effectiveness and mitigation strategies
Identify and document control gaps, recommending corrective actions and improvements
Maintain accurate records of control testing and remediation, and report findings to stakeholders
Implement and enforce control frameworks, conduct risk assessments, and advise on IT General Controls (ITGCs) best practices
Deliver training and promote awareness of compliance and control procedures across the organisation
Drive continuous improvement in risk, compliance, and control processes

What you’ll do

Work with the GRC Senior Manager to support IS in the delivery of GRC activities
Collaborate with IS teams to create and complete Risk & Control Matrices for applications
Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and industry standards
Identify existing IT General Controls (ITGCs) within systems
Propose enhancements to controls based on specific application requirements
Address deficiencies or gaps in control design
Evaluate the effectiveness of controls during the design phase
Conduct operating effectiveness assessments to verify control implementation
Document findings and recommend improvements
Work closely with control owners (process owners, IT teams, etc.)
Facilitate discussions on control improvements and remediation plans
Ensure timely resolution of control deficiencies
Regularly report progress and updates related to ITGCs
Present findings to management, audit committees, and other stakeholders
Stay informed about emerging risks and industry best practices
Participate in process improvement initiatives related to ITGCs
Contribute to the development of control frameworks
Support the GRC Senior Manager in any required activities which support improvements in assurance, compliance, and audit activities
Monitor key controls, e.g., IT General Controls (ITGCs) which support financial reporting
Addresses findings from identified control failures
Works with minimal supervision, using clearly defined processes and procedure
Facilitates the use of performance metrics to improve output
Oversees the performance of the offshore Control Operating Effectiveness team

What to bring

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate GRC related concepts to technical and nontechnical audiences.
Substantial relevant experience in control management for governance, compliance, IT audits, IS assurance and risk management programmes.
CISA, CISM, ISO27001 or equivalent preferred
Relevant IT work experience
Understanding of regulatory requirements, including cross-industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, Data Protection Act, UK Corporate Reform) and industry-specific regulations
Highly skilled in designing and implementing compliance and control frameworks.
Proficient in IT governance and quality standards
Knowledge of common information security management frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, ITIL, COBIT as well as those from NIST, including 800-53 and Cybersecurity Framework
Excellent stakeholder management skills
High level of personal integrity, as well as the ability to professionally handle confidential matters and show an appropriate level of judgment and maturity
Experience in configuring GRC tools to support Risk & Control compliance preferred

What You’ll Get in Return:

For employees, we’re committed to recognising and rewarding hard work. Our competitive salary and benefits package includes; Company Pension Scheme, Private Medical & Dental Insurance, Group Income Protection, Group Life Assurance, Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme. We also invest in your development. If you choose to self-study in your own time, we’ll fund your study materials and exam fees — and once you pass, you’ll receive an incentive bonus.

How to Apply

We’re committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you have any access needs or require adjustments at any stage of the application or assessment process, please let us know — we’re happy to support you.

Please note: All offers of employment will be subject to background checks and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.

📍 Location: Aberdeen or London (Hybrid working available)

📅 Apply now to be part of a team that values initiative, collaboration, and continuous improvement; talent@prosource.it