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The Role
Design, implement, and maintain enterprise GRC frameworks across governance, risk, and compliance. Lead risk assessments, maintain a dynamic risk register, define KRIs, manage policy lifecycle, monitor regulatory changes, support IT/cyber risk and vendor due diligence, liaise with internal/external audits, and prepare executive and board-level reporting. Drive remediation of compliance gaps and support cybersecurity incident response from a governance perspective.
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About Us:
ACE Money Transfer is a UK-based multinational company headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom. ACE Money Transfer provides online remittance services to individuals in 29 countries across the UK, Europe, Canada, and Australia, enabling them to send money across borders in over 100 countries.
About the Role
We are seeking a Mid-level GRC Specialist to join our Risk & Compliance function within a dynamic financial services environment. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a robust governance, risk, and compliance framework that spans regulatory adherence, cybersecurity controls, internal audit, and enterprise risk management. You will serve as a subject matter expert across GRC disciplines, working closely with senior leadership, business units, and external regulators.
Key Responsibilities
Governance & Policy
Risk Management
Compliance & Regulatory
Cybersecurity / IT GRC
Audit
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
Preferred
ACE Money Transfer is a UK-based multinational company headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom. ACE Money Transfer provides online remittance services to individuals in 29 countries across the UK, Europe, Canada, and Australia, enabling them to send money across borders in over 100 countries.
About the Role
We are seeking a Mid-level GRC Specialist to join our Risk & Compliance function within a dynamic financial services environment. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a robust governance, risk, and compliance framework that spans regulatory adherence, cybersecurity controls, internal audit, and enterprise risk management. You will serve as a subject matter expert across GRC disciplines, working closely with senior leadership, business units, and external regulators.
Key Responsibilities
Governance & Policy
- Develop, maintain, and enforce enterprise-wide governance frameworks, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Manage the policy lifecycle, including drafting, review cycles, approvals, and communication across the organization.
- Support board-level governance reporting, including preparation of risk committee materials and management information.
Risk Management
- Lead enterprise risk assessments and maintain a dynamic risk register covering cyber, credit, operational, market, and reputational risk categories.
- Design and monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and escalate material risks to senior management in a timely manner.
- Facilitate risk workshops with business owners and provide expert guidance on risk mitigation strategies and treatment plans.
Compliance & Regulatory
- Monitor applicable regulatory developments (e.g., DORA, GDPR, CBI equivalents) and assess impact on business operations.
- Manage regulatory submissions, compliance attestations, and correspondence with regulatory bodies.
- Conduct compliance gap analyses and drive remediation efforts to closure.
Cybersecurity / IT GRC
- Maintain the IT risk and control framework aligned with standards such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, or PCI-DSS.
- Collaborate with IT and Information Security teams on third-party risk assessments, vendor due diligence, and data privacy controls.
- Support cybersecurity incident response from a compliance and governance perspective.
- Ensure technology-related risks are appropriately captured in the enterprise risk register.
Audit
- Act as the primary liaison for internal and external audits, coordinating information requests and management responses.
- Track audit findings and ensure timely, effective remediation by responsible business owners.
- Support the development of the internal audit plan based on risk-based prioritization.
- Conduct self-assessment exercises (CSA/RCSA) and facilitate control testing across business units.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- 2-3 years of GRC experience within banking, insurance, asset management, or financial technology.
- Demonstrated experience managing risk registers, control frameworks, and compliance monitoring programmes.
- Hands-on experience with IT/cyber risk and familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST, or equivalent frameworks.
- Proven ability to prepare executive-level reporting and present findings to senior management and board committees.
- Professional certification(s): CISA, CISM, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor (LA) - any one or more is a strong plus.
Preferred
- Master's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- Experience with GRC platforms (e.g., Sprinto, ServiceNow GRC, Vanta or similar).
- Additional certifications such as CRISC, CGEIT, or CFE are an advantage.
ACE Money Transfer Profile: https://acemoneytransfer.com/company-profile
Skills Required
- 2-3 years of GRC experience within banking, insurance, asset management, or fintech
- Experience managing risk registers, control frameworks, and compliance monitoring programmes
- Hands-on IT/cyber risk experience and familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST CSF, or PCI-DSS
- Proven ability to prepare executive-level reporting and present findings to senior management and boards
- Professional certification(s): CISA, CISM, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor (LA)
- Master's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related discipline
- Experience with GRC platforms (e.g., Sprinto, ServiceNow GRC, Vanta or similar)
- Additional certifications such as CRISC, CGEIT, or CFE
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The Company
What We Do
ACE Money Transfer is a global leader in providing seamless, secure, and efficient international remittance services. Established with a mission to connect families and empower individuals, we specialize in enabling people to send money to their loved ones across the globe, quickly and reliably.
Why Work With Us
At ACE Money Transfer, we don’t just offer jobs; we provide a platform for growth, purpose, and impact. Our company stands out because of its innovative approach, global reach, and commitment to both our customers and employees.
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