Head of Asset Management - Governance & Assurance

Head of Asset Management - Governance & Assurance Location: Warrington Contract Type: Contract / Long-Term Opportunity We are looking for an experienced Head of Asset Management - Governance & Assurance to provide independent oversight of the Asset Management System, ensuring governance, compliance and assurance arrangements are effective and aligned with organisational objectives and ISO 55001 requirements. This is a senior position with significant influence, providing independent challenge and assurance to Executive and Board-level stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead and define asset management governance frameworks and standards. Develop assurance strategies, audit programmes and maturity assessments. Monitor the effectiveness and compliance of the Asset Management System. Ensure compliance with regulatory, statutory and internal requirements. Provide independent challenge to investment strategies and asset plans. Identify and escalate material governance risks and gaps. Support Board and Executive assurance requirements. Coordinate internal and external audits and assurance activities. Monitor emerging regulatory requirements and promote continuous improvement. Establish scalable governance frameworks and methodologies for wider organisational adoption. About You Essential: Extensive leadership experience across governance, compliance or assurance. Experience working within asset-intensive and regulated environments. Proven experience developing assurance frameworks and methodologies. Experience conducting maturity assessments, audits and governance reviews. Degree in Engineering, Asset Management, Finance, Risk Management or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.Desirable: Experience leading ISO management system audits, particularly ISO 55001. Regulatory compliance experience. Board governance experience. Chartered professional registration. IAM Diploma or equivalent qualification