Compliance Coordinator

Dr. Martens is more than a brand - it's a global icon with over 60 years of attitude, heritage, and cultural impact. We're a thriving, values-driven business powered by diverse thinkers, bold doers, and people who bring their whole selves to work. If you're ready to make your mark, you're in the right place. At DM, our values guide everything we do: Be Yourself, Act Courageously, Show You Care. They're not just words - they're how we turn passion into progress.

As our Compliance Coordinator, you'll be part of the Legal team working closely with brilliant people across the business and reporting into our Head of Compliance & Data Protection Officer. You’ll be right at the heart of fast-moving projects that shape how we show up for our consumers and colleagues - today and tomorrow.

The role acts as a central point of support across the Compliance and Data Protection function, working closely with the Compliance Manager and Data Protection Manager to coordinate activities, maintain governance processes and support the effective delivery of the team's objectives. By providing operational, administrative and organisational support, the Compliance Coordinator helps ensure the function operates efficiently, maintains robust records and governance practices, and is well positioned to meet its regulatory, compliance and data protection commitments across the business.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Supporting governance, reporting and coordination, administering Compliance and Data Protection activities, preparing governance reporting, monitoring regulatory developments and coordinating enterprise-wide compliance, privacy and AI governance initiatives.
• Managing compliance and data protection operations, maintaining governance documentation, administering key registers, coordinating third-party due diligence, supporting audits, investigations and assurance activities, and managing routine compliance and privacy enquiries.
• Supporting data protection and regulatory compliance, coordinating data subject requests, assisting with privacy assessments, maintaining data protection records and ensuring compliance activities are accurately documented and effectively managed.
• Delivering training, awareness and engagement activities, administering compliance learning platforms, coordinating training campaigns, producing communications and promoting a culture of integrity, accountability and responsible business conduct.
• Building effective stakeholder relationships and driving operational excellence, partnering with Legal, HR, Technology and wider business teams to support the delivery of Compliance and Data Protection priorities while maintaining accurate records, tracking actions and continuously improving ways of working.

KEY SKILLS & CAPABILITIES

• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate documentation and deliver high-quality reporting to deadlines.
• Good compliance and governance awareness, with a basic understanding of compliance and data protection principles (including GDPR), the importance of risk management, and the ability to follow structured processes while maintaining accurate records.
• Strong technical and analytical capability, confident using Microsoft Office, Smartsheet and other tracking tools to manage data, reporting and governance activities effectively.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to build positive relationships across functions and geographies while working collaboratively in a dynamic and evolving environment.
• A proactive and trustworthy approach, demonstrating accountability, discretion when handling sensitive information, and a commitment to developing knowledge and capability within Compliance and Data Protection.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Hybrid working
• Welcome free pair of Docs
• 'Buy as you Earn' Share scheme
• 65% off all Docs
• 50% off Accessories
• Pension Scheme through Aviva
• Life Assurance
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Private healthcare
• 2 paid volunteer days per year

If you're excited to own your impact, shape the future of an iconic brand, and grow your career in a place that champions individuality - we’d love to hear from you.

Application closing date: Wednesday 19th of August 2026

At Dr. Martens, we are committed to creating an environment in which we can all be our best and bring our authentic selves to work. We encourage applications, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or disability. Diverse and inclusive teams have a positive impact on our brand; helping us to speak authentically to our consumers. We strive to develop a business where our people can thrive and feel empowered to express themselves. Because we believe everyone should feel supported and included whatever their role in the Dr. Martens community.