VWV has an ambitious roadmap for our strategic period, and as the Information and Cyber Security Manager in Bristol, you'll play a vital role in bringing this to life—not by managing a large department, but by leading a small, expert team and engaging with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to drive change. This is not a Director or Head of role; instead, it's ideal for someone who thrives on influence, collaboration, and communication.

To hear more from Dave, the Director of Digital Data and Technology check out this short video - https://youtu.be/t1HtxLrY5po

About the Opportunity

This is a highly visible and outward-facing role, where your strength in relationship-building and strategic guidance will be key. As Information and Cyber Security Manager, you will oversee the development and delivery of VWV's security strategy—but more importantly, you'll act as the link between technical implementation, senior leadership, compliance, suppliers, and the wider business.

You'll manage a small, focused cyber security team and work closely with third-party suppliers to ensure the firm's information security capabilities meet our business goals. Rather than deep technical “doing,” your role is to drive alignment, ensure accountability, and communicate risk and compliance clearly and credibly across departments.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading stakeholder engagement across IT, Risk, Compliance, and business units to promote security alignment and awareness
• Overseeing external supplier relationships, ensuring contractual obligations and KPIs are met
• Managing risk assessments and advising on the security implications of business and operational change
• Supporting the delivery and audit of security frameworks such as ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus
• Influencing and educating teams on secure practices, building a culture of cyber awareness
• Acting as the point of contact for senior leaders on security posture, incidents, and strategy

This is a people-oriented role—you'll coordinate, influence, and translate complex security needs into clear guidance and action.

About You

You're a security professional who thrives on collaboration, influence, and communication. You may come from a technical background, but your strengths now lie in working through others, managing suppliers, and engaging across the organisation. You know how to communicate risks, influence behaviours, and create clarity in complex environments.

You bring:

• Proven experience managing stakeholder relationships and external suppliers in a cyber security context
• A good understanding of key security standards and frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials Plus)
• Familiarity with tools and practices like SIEM, EDR, and vulnerability management—enough to confidently challenge and support teams, not necessarily to operate them directly
• A working knowledge of GDPR and broader data protection regulations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including reporting and presenting to senior audiences
• A collaborative mindset, able to build trust across technical and non-technical teams

This is a great opportunity if you're looking to grow your leadership and visibility in a role that's more about influencing outcomes than doing the detail yourself. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys being a key contributor and a trusted advisor—not a title-driven leader.

If you're passionate about cybersecurity and ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

There are so many reasons to stop and explore VWV further.  We're known for our friendly and welcoming culture where teamwork and collaboration are key.  There's no pigeon-holing or glass ceilings here, just a professional yet relaxed culture where you can finally be yourself.  We invite you to watch this short video on the right-hand side to see what our own people have to say about us.

We're striving to be an inclusive employer, to create a workplace and environment that promotes and values diversity, where everyone, regardless of background, can reach their full potential. Contact our recruiter to discuss any adjustments needed so we can make this the best possible candidate experience for you.

How To Apply

All you need to do is click on Apply Now to submit your CV and covering letter telling us why this is the opportunity for you.

Closing date: 11th May

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