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Chief Information Security Officer

Mills & Reeve LLP -
Birmingham

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Job details

Permanent
3 days ago

Qualifications

Information security
Communication skills

Full job description

Join us to lead and influence the firm's cyber security and information security programme, ensuring best practice is embedded at every level.

The role

Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape and drive the firm's information and cyber security strategy. Acting as a trusted advisor to stakeholders across the business, you will promote a strong security-first culture, embed best practices, and play a key role in protecting the firm's information assets.

You will lead the ongoing development and management of the firm's Information Security Management System (ISMS), maintain ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation, and oversee security policies, controls, audits, testing, and compliance activities. Working closely with the IT team, you will identify emerging cyber threats, strengthen security awareness across the firm, and ensure robust, effective security practices are embedded throughout the organisation.

The person

Degree-level education (or equivalent experience) and a professional cyber/information security qualification, or a commitment to achieving one.
Significant experience in cyber or information security, with strong knowledge of ISO 27001, risk management, and audit principles.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders, lead forums, and present board-level reports.Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and a logical, systematic approach to solving complex security challenges.
Proactive and collaborative style, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly, build relationships, and drive engagement across the business.
Committed to continuous professional development, with the flexibility to travel between offices and respond to the evolving demands of the role.

The activities

Lead and deliver information and cyber security awareness, training, and education initiatives across the firm.
Support client audits, supplier assurance questionnaires, and tender responses by providing information security expertise.
Manage the response to cyber security incidents, leading investigations, corrective actions, and lessons learned.
Develop and maintain the firm's internal information security audit programme, ensuring actions are effectively implemented.
Oversee and continually improve the firm's Information Security Management System (ISMS) and ISO 27001 compliance.
Lead security risk assessments, maintain the risk register, and ensure emerging risks are effectively managed.
Develop, implement, and monitor information security policies, procedures, and controls in collaboration with key stakeholders.
Work closely with IT, Risk & Compliance, and the Data Protection Officer to strengthen the firm's security and compliance framework.
Prepare for external audits, manage certification requirements, and report on security performance, risks, and compliance.
Drive organisation-wide adherence to information security best practices and support the ongoing development of the firm's security capabilities.

Please ensure you read the job description below for the full person requirements and responsibilities for this role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

The benefits

As you'd expect, we offer a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits.

Pre employment screening

If we offer you a role, we will conduct comprehensive pre-employment screening. This screening will include, but is not limited to, a basic DBS, verification of your right to work, a three year employment history and a self-declaration to assess your character and suitability for the role. Full details of our pre-screening employment process are available upon request.

The firm

Mills & Reeve is centred on achieving more for clients, their businesses and the wider communities we serve. Our clients and their industries benefit from our knowledge and learning, and receive consistent experiences with no surprises. We tell them what they need to know when they need to know it.

We build personal relationships, with advice individually tailored to individual need. And if clients need things we don't offer, we draw on our network to give recommendations. Our 1,450 plus people and over 850 lawyers share one vision – achieving more for clients.

By joining Mills & Reeve, you'll have the chance to build your skills and experience within a firm that's not only ranked in the top 50 UK law firms, but also one that truly values their people. We're also ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list, and have been awarded Platinum Investors in People. Our mantra is “Achieve more. Together.”, which we feel embodies our purpose and is more than just a catchphrase!

Our values are the principles that help us fulfil our purpose. Our people shaped them and live them every day.

We're ambitious - We aim high, we embrace new ideas and we're passionate about our work
We're open - We communicate openly and honestly to build trust, and we do what's right
We care - We're committed to each other, our clients, our communities and the planet
We collaborate - We're easy to work with, we offer help willingly and we get things done – together

And finally

Everyone at Mills & Reeve brings a unique perspective and ideas to the team and we do everything we can to help each person to thrive. We're committed to providing an inclusive and supportive working environment, are happy to consider flexible working arrangements, and want to achieve the right balance for both our people and the firm. We encourage everyone to ask if they feel they need any workplace adjustments, and will do our best to support with these.

Vacancy Title:

Chief Information Security Officer
Office:

Birmingham, Cambridge, London
Contract Type:

Permanent
Closing Date:

28 July 2026

Contact the recruiter

Penny Bowring

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