Head of Governance, Risk & Contracts

Head of Governance, Risk & Contracts Remote with occasional travel UK wide £60,000 to £65,000 Seymour John is exclusively recruiting for a Head of Governance, Risk & Contracts on behalf of a fast-growth, innovative organisation operating in the compliance, risk, and operational performance sector. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Head of Governance, Risk & Contracts to work closely with the CEO and other C-suite members. In this role you will play a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening governance across the business. This is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility spanning contracts, risk, compliance, insurance, and supplier governance. You will also play a key part in embedding governance best practice and supporting strategic decision-making at executive level. This position offers a rare opportunity to operate across both strategic and operational areas within a dynamic and growing organisation, where your expertise will directly influence performance, resilience, and future growth. Role duties * Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial contracts * Provide clear, pragmatic advice to senior stakeholders * Support strategic initiatives, partnerships, and commercial decisions * Develop and maintain governance frameworks, policies, and controls * Support risk management activities, including oversight of the corporate risk register * Lead or support audits, compliance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives * Manage insurance policies, renewals, and relationships with brokers * Oversee claims processes, ensuring timely and accurate submissions * Work closely with the CEO and other C-suite members * Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and compliance * Provide governance guidance, training, and support across the organisation * Support governance across supplier relationships * Review contracts, due diligence, and compliance documentation * Ensure suppliers meet contractual and ESG expectations About You We are looking for a senior governance professional who combines technical expertise with strong commercial awareness and the ability to influence at executive level. You will likely have * Experience in a senior governance, compliance, legal, or procurement role * Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts * A solid understanding of risk management and governance frameworks * The ability to balance legal and commercial considerations * Experience working with senior stakeholders and executive teams * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills * A proactive, solutions-focused approach with high integrity Desirable Experience * Exposure to ESG, data protection, or supply chain governance * A relevant professional qualification (legal, procurement, or similar) Benefits * 25 days holiday + bank holidays * Collaborative, growth-focused working culture * Health cash plan & Employee Assistance Programme * Pension scheme and financial benefits * Gym discounts, cycle to work scheme & EV scheme * Enhanced family leave policies * Ongoing professional development support How to Apply For more information or a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Lee Walker or Joe Woodall at Seymour John Ltd