Head of Governance and Reporting (GISO)

Responsibilities

• As Head of Governance and Reporting (GISO) you'll:
• Lead the design and delivery of our governance framework, policies and processes across Information Security
• Make sure governance is clear, understood and applied consistently across our global teams
• Oversee reporting for senior leaders, including board and regulatory reporting, ensuring it is accurate and timely
• Build dashboards and insights that help leaders understand performance and risk
• Work closely with teams across Bupa to gather and present meaningful information
• Support governance forums and committees, including preparing agendas, papers and meeting minutes
• Manage action tracking to ensure key decisions are followed through
• Work with risk and audit teams to align governance with wider risk management practices
• Act as a key contact for governance queries from stakeholders across the business
• Identify opportunities to improve how we work, making governance and reporting simpler and more effective

Requirements

• We're looking for someone who brings both expertise and a collaborative approach. You'll be comfortable working in a complex organisation and building strong relationships across teams.
• You'll have:
• Proven leadership experience in governance, risk, compliance or a related area
• Experience working in large, global organisations with complex structures
• A strong understanding of governance frameworks, risk management and reporting
• The ability to explain complex topics in a clear and simple way
• Strong stakeholder skills, with experience working with senior leaders
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• A proactive approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• High attention to detail and strong analytical thinking
• It would be great if you also have:
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g. CISA, CISM, CGEIT, ITIL)
• Experience with governance or reporting tools
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practice in information security

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Description: Head of Governance & Reporting (GISO) London - working in the office 1-2 times per week Hybrid & flexible working options Permanent Competitive salary + benefits package Full Time - 35 hours Closing date for applications - Friday 26th June 2026 We make health happen! At Bupa, our purpose is simple - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. As a healthcare provider with no shareholders, everything we do is focused on our customers and our people. As our Head of Governance and Reporting (GISO), you'll play a key role in supporting this purpose. You'll shape how we manage governance and reporting across our global Information Security function, helping to keep our services safe, transparent and trusted. This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll work closely with senior leaders, including the Group GRC Director and Chief Information Security Officer. You'll help build a clear and consistent approach to governance, making sure the right information reaches the right people at the right time. Your work will support better decision-making and strengthen how we manage risk across Bupa.

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