As part of the Canon EMEA Governance, Risk Management, & Compliance team, you will be an engaging and driven individual, helping the team with the development and implementation of the new Compliance Framework across the EMEA organisation. In addition to this, you will support on related Governance and Risk Management activities where these overlap. 

Previous experience of working in a Risk & Compliance Function within a large organisation is essential. It is crucial that the successful candidate has a good eye for detail and an appreciation of the bigger picture. You will be confident in building good working relationships with cross-functional stakeholders of varying levels of seniority, with an ability to apply business acumen as an enabler.

The scope of this role is EMEA wide and will expose you to all areas of the organisation with stakeholders ranging from management level to C-Suite.

Our GRC team are based at our state-of-the-art EMEA HQ in Uxbridge (Hybrid working - on average 3 days per week in the office), which is easily reached via the Elizabeth Line, with subsidised restaurant & Costa Coffee and free parking onsite.

What we give

With Canon, you'll get the support and encouragement you need to grow, from people who share your ambition. We'll invest in your professional development to help you learn and progress in your role with us. You'll find leaders who give you the freedom to explore new things and a team where knowledge is shared openly.

At Canon we have a clear vision: to be committed to creating a more inclusive and equitable culture where employees are valued and can thrive personally and professionally.

Canon also has a strong commitment to sustainability, encompassed by our Kyosei philosophy of living and working together for the common good, focused on reducing our environmental impact and creating opportunities to make positive social contribution.

In addition, to a salary of between £42,636 - £50,160 (depending on experience), you'll be eligible for a performance-based bonus of 10%. We have recently implemented a new range of flexible benefits including a strong contributory pension plan, private healthcare, life cover, an Employee Assistance Programme plus employee discounts on Canon products.

Canon also champions hybrid working and a flexible working policy, with a minimum of 25 days holiday per year. Lastly, you'll find that Canon encourages continuous Learning and Development with a wide range of resources and support available on demand.

What we ask

Whilst the role has a compliance focus, you will have a range of responsibilities across the GRC functions. These include:

Compliance

• Supporting the development and implementation of Compliance Framework whilst researching and communicating any emerging compliance matters with key stakeholders.
• Facilitating and supporting cross-functional collaboration on Compliance matters.
• Conducting general Compliance Horizon Scanning and supporting key stakeholders in maintaining a complete view of current and upcoming compliance requirements.
• Supporting stakeholders with Compliance Risk Assessments.
• Complete administrative tasks for Compliance Committee.

Governance:

• Monitoring company policies and supporting policy owners to review and maintain documentation in line with Company Policy Management.  
• Ensuring policies are reviewed periodically, communicating any updates, and supporting the approval of any policies.
• Being the point of contact for Company Policy Management queries.  

Risk:

• Supporting EMEA Compliance stakeholders with the annual risk process:
  • Providing horizon insight into existing or potential compliance risks.
  • Ensure compliance risks are reviewed and considered against any developments or responses to requirements.
  • Supporting the business with any general queries.
• Providing critical analysis to compliance risk information and preparing risk analysis reports as part of the EMEA Risk Management Framework.

General:

• Maintaining the GRC Intranet portals and monitoring the GRC inbox.
• Actively monitor and share market activity and insights on any emerging or developing compliance and or risk matters.
• Be an active participant in supporting the EMEA GRC community and stakeholders.

You will need

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience of Compliance Management (Enterprise).
• Risk Management knowledge.
• Strong attention to detail & organisation.
• The ability to manage multiple projects at the same time, working under pressure and able to prioritise / pivot as required.
• Sufficient knowledge & experience of all Microsoft office packages as well as SharePoint and Power BI.
• The ability to communicate confidently with stakeholders at various levels of seniority whilst building good working relationships.
• Experience of developing management information & presentation slides. 
• IRM Certificate Level Qualification (beneficial)
• A keen interest in GRC.

Further Information

This role may also be known externally as an Enterprise Compliance Specialist.

Canon is an equal opportunity employer. Canon recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status or other protected status as required by law.