Governance Manager

Policy & Governance Lead / GRC Analyst

Active SC Clearance – required to work on‑site MOD/aerospace programmes.

Aerospace and Defence Experience – demonstrable background delivering architecture within MOD, Defence Digital, or UK aerospace environments.

This role will be based in Reading with hybrid/custom working options where appropriate.

Area: Policy & Governance, GRC/Assurance

Purpose of the Role

Define, maintain, govern, and assure compliance with the organisation’s ISMS policy framework, standards, and procedures, while supporting audit readiness and control assurance.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and maintain all policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines aligned to ISO 27001.
• Manage updates, reviews, version control, and stakeholder approvals.
• Operate the evidence room, ensuring evidence is correctly catalogued, tagged, and mapped.
• Track control implementation and maturity across the organisation.
• Produce audit packs, control records, and compliance dashboards.
• Support GRC functions such as control assessments, policy exception reviews, and risk treatment monitoring.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in GRC, policy governance, or compliance.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 27001 Annex A controls and documentation requirements.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills.