Job Description

Job Introduction

Head of Information Security Governance, Risk & Compliance

As the Head of Information Security Governance, Risk & Compliance with Sodexo, you'll head up a business critical function within our growing IS&T department. You'll manage a talented team as well as take on hands-on responsibilities yourself. In this senior role, your remit will cover ongoing compliance with various security regulations and accreditations, governance and reporting to IT and business leadership as well as for external clients, and IT risk management. You will be supported by a knowledgeable & collaborative Information Security leadership team, and trusted to drive ongoing improvements across the function.

What you'll do:

Lead the Information Security GRC team, who are responsible for all aspects of InfoSec and IT Risk & Compliance Establish, monitor, evaluate, report on Information Security and IT risks to Sodexo's executive committee Drive the ongoing development of Sodexo's Security Compliance requirements (CE +, ISO27000, PCI-DSS, NHS DSPT) Oversee Sodexo's IT Risk profile, including IT Business Continuity and IT Disaster Recovery, and report on this to senior stakeholders Work together with our CISO, Head of Security Architecture and Head of Cyber Security Operations to develop our ongoing Information Security strategy

What you bring:

Experience managing an Information Security team, supporting and developing team members' skills and careers Proven experience managing an ISMS, including associated policies and its ongoing compliance with accreditations & certifications Detailed understanding of Information Security standards & frameworks (ISO27000, Cyber Essentials+, NIST, PCI DSS etc) A desire to support our information security journey to mature the department and processes

What we offer:

Basic salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent benefits

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.


For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.


We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.


We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.