Eversheds Sutherland are seeking an experienced IT Compliance / Audit Lead to join our expanding Cyber Security team . You will be reporting to the Head of Cyber Security within the IT department; having responsibility for partnering with IT & Business Leadership to provide assurance of the level of control effectiveness, manage / facilitate client audits, ensure continuous improvement of standards.

You will evaluate any related external frameworks or standards (e.g., ITIL, COBIT, National Institute of Standards and Technology [NIST], etc.) or internal standards (e.g., code of conduct and use) to determine the relevant IT compliance requirements and controls

You will be responsible for partnering with Eversheds Sutherland’s key clients / auditors to identify and support their compliance requirements.  You will be a proven strong communicator who works in a highly professional manner to ensure appropriate business representation to demonstrate effective standards are being met and exceeded.

You will be instrumental in automating and systemising IT & business controls.  Proven experience of implementing GRC tools, training management on control ownership and ensuring an effective system for exceptions to standards.

Reporting regularly to top management will be a weekly expectation, you ideally will have proven experience of working within the legal industry.