Director of Governance, Risk & Compliance
airesosChicago (IL)
About the role
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We are seeking a GRC Director to lead Governance, Risk & Compliance for a leading global consumer goods organization. Reporting directly to the CFO and working under the professional guidance of the Corporate GRC function, this role will help further strengthen risk and internal controls across the organization. The GRC Director will support leadership in risk identification, prioritization, mitigation planning, and monitoring, while providing independent oversight and validation of key GRC activities. This is a highly collaborative role, interfacing across functions to ensure strong governance, effective internal controls, and readiness in managing risk and crisis scenarios.
What You’ll Do:
Drive Internal Control ExcellencePartner with the CFO and Leadership teams to identify and prioritize local business risks
Oversee the design, documentation, and communication of local procedures, ensuring clarity and accessibility
Promote harmonization and best practices in risk mitigation across the organization
Deliver training and guidance to management on GRC processes, tools, and methodologies
Contribute to the development and sharing of GRC best practices within the broader organization
Enable Governance & Policy ImplementationSupport the rollout and adoption of corporate policies and procedures across functions
Partner on key transformation initiatives, including integration and change management efforts
Facilitate policy implementation activities, including control ownership, training, and tool support
Lead the execution of annual process assessments, ensuring clear documentation of findings and actions
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to strengthen governance and control effectiveness
Conduct quality assurance reviews of internal control implementation
Lead Segregation of Duties (SoD) analysis, driving appropriate remediation actions
Support Internal Audit ProcessesPartner with functional leadership to prepare for audits, clarifying expectations and responsibilities
Facilitate effective collaboration between local teams and auditors during planning and fieldwork
Escalate key findings and support resolution design, in coordination with the Corporate GRC function and subject matter experts
Strengthen Risk Mitigation & RemediationPartner with management to design robust, sustainable remediation plans aligned with business priorities
Provide constructive challenges and independent validation of mitigation actions
Monitor progress through regular follow-ups and quality assurance reviews
Monitor, Report & AdviseSupport leadership in maintaining clear visibility on risk mitigation and control implementation status
Ensure consistent reporting of progress and risks across functions
Provide updates to the CFO and Corporate GRC on audits, risks, and remediation efforts
Contribute to executive-level reporting, including updates to senior leadership and governance bodies
Enhance Crisis ReadinessSupport the design and implementation of crisis management readiness at the local level
Partner with key stakeholders to assess preparedness and strengthen response capabilities
Qualifications:
What You’ll BringBachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field
Minimum of 10 years of governance, risk, compliance and leadership experience, preferably within the food, consumer goods, or manufacturing industries
Professional certifications desirable
Strong experience in Governance, Risk & Compliance, Internal Audit, or Internal Controls
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, actionable guidance
Experience in change management, transformation programs, or process improvement is a plus
Solid understanding of risk management frameworks and control environments
Ability to influence and engage stakeholders across different functions and levels
Strong analytical thinking with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset
High level of integrity, independence, and sound judgment
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