Senior Compliance SME - Regulatory

Centrica
Windsor
1 week ago
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Join us, be part of more. 

We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

About your team: 

You’ll be working centrally within our mission control room, aka Centrica’s group functions. From Finance and Data Science, to our Wellbeing and People teams - this is the engine of our energy system, where our various Centres of Excellence power up each of our brilliant businesses, ensuring they have all the support, technologies, and capabilities they need to get our customers to Net Zero by 2050.

As a Senior Compliance SME (Regulatory) within our DTS Team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our compliance with regulatory requirements. You will work closely with other Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) teams and business units to conduct compliance reviews, report on compliance status, and ensure our policies meet regulatory standards. Your expertise will help guide the team in navigating new and upcoming regulations, making you an integral part of our efforts to maintain high compliance standards and mitigate risks. Your role will be pivotal in supporting the overall risk management framework and ensuring the organisation’s adherence to regulatory requirements.

The Day to day –

Conduct thorough compliance reviews to ensure adherence to NIS1/2 and other relevant regulatory requirements. Identify and document compliance gaps, recommend and follow up on corrective actions to completion. Prepare and present detailed compliance status reports to the Governance Team. Maintain accurate records of compliance activities and findings. Provide expert consulting services to other Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) teams and business units. Offer guidance on compliance best practices and regulatory requirements. Ensure organisational policies comprehensively cover required compliance requirements such as NIS1/2, including intersections with other compliance requirements such as Smart Metering, PCI, ISO, Swift, and external/internal audit compliance. Develop and implement addendums to policies as needed to address specific compliance needs. Monitor and interpret new and upcoming regulations that impact the organisation. Advise on necessary adjustments to compliance programs to align with regulatory changes.

About You –

Experience with technology regulations such as NIS1/2 and other regulations in the UK, EU, Singapore, and the US. Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks. Analytical, communication, and consulting skills. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify and overcome blockers and issues. Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills at both a technical and non-technical level. Knowledge of internal and/or external regulatory policies, standards, procedures, and controls (e.g., NIS2, COBIT, CPNI, NIST, ISO27xx, Cyber Essentials, SWIFT, Smart Metering). Ability to drive compliance and facilitate agreements with challenging stakeholders. Strong communication skills (oral and written) and the ability to balance competing demands. Ability to work under pressure, manage conflicting priorities, and meet tight deadlines. Ability to manage time and resources required to work remotely and independently of supervision.

In return -

Enjoy a generous market salary,along with fantastic growth opportunities and a vibrant work environment! Added Car Allowance program to make your commute and adventures even better Power up your pay with a 15% Employee Energy Allowance, surpassing the government's price cap! Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan, designed for peace of mind. Elevate your health with our fully-funded company healthcare plan, prioritizing your well-being. Recharge with a generous 25-day holiday allowance, plus public holidays, and even purchase up to 5 extra days for extended relaxation! Experience unparalleled work-life balance with an exceptional selection of flexible benefits, from tech treats and eco-friendly car leases to travel insurance for your adventures!

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.


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