Associate Director, Identity Governance and Administration (Manchester)

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We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Identity Governance and Administration to lead the development and delivery of a mature, risk-based identity governance capability in Manchester. This senior role will provide strategic direction across identity lifecycle management, access governance, privileged access oversight, role-based access control and segregation of duties. You will work closely with technology, information security, risk, compliance and business stakeholders to ensure that access to systems and data is appropriate, auditable and aligned with organisational policies.

You will define and maintain the identity governance roadmap, establish effective operating models and drive continuous improvement across joiner, mover and leaver processes, access requests, approvals, certifications and remediation activity. Responsibilities will include overseeing governance controls, metrics and reporting; strengthening policy and standards; managing control testing and audit responses; and ensuring that risks and exceptions are identified, documented and resolved. You will also provide leadership for complex transformation initiatives, including the optimisation of identity platforms, automation of manual processes and integration with human resources, directory, cloud and business-critical applications. The role will involve managing senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making and developing strong relationships with delivery partners and suppliers.

Applicants should have substantial experience in identity and access management, identity governance or a closely related information security discipline, together with a strong understanding of access control principles, regulatory expectations and technology risk. Experience leading enterprise-scale programmes, implementing or enhancing IGA solutions, and operating within complex, regulated environments is highly desirable. You will be an accomplished people and programme leader, able to translate technical issues into clear business outcomes and communicate confidently at executive level. Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills are essential, as is a pragmatic approach to balancing security, compliance and user experience. Relevant professional qualifications in information security, risk, audit or technology management would be advantageous.

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Associate Director, Identity Governance and Administration (Manchester)

Manchester, England, United Kingdom Permanent Identity Access Management IAM

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