At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure compliance with UK legislation and corporate governance while supporting senior leadership.
- Company: Join a global organisation based in Leeds with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, career development opportunities, and a supportive environment.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive recruitment process ensuring equal opportunity for all.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in compliance and governance while working with diverse teams.
- Qualifications: Experience in compliance or legal administration with strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Outskirts of Leeds City Centre, parking
Hours: Monday to Friday, hybrid 3 days in the office 2 days from home
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and organised Compliance Officer to join a global organisation based in Leeds. Supporting the Vice President and senior leadership team, you will play a key role in ensuring the business operates in line with UK legislation, corporate governance requirements and internal compliance standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in compliance, governance or legal administration who enjoys working across multiple business functions and building strong stakeholder relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain corporate governance records and statutory filings
- Support compliance with GDPR, data protection and information security requirements
- Coordinate compliance programmes including competition law and modern slavery initiatives
- Monitor legislative changes and communicate updates across the business
- Assist with compliance audits, reporting and internal training
- Review and track commercial contracts and supplier agreements
- Maintain contract registers and monitor renewals
- Liaise with external legal advisers and internal stakeholders
- Produce compliance reports and management information
- Support ad hoc legal, governance and regulatory projects
About You
- Previous experience within compliance, governance, legal or regulatory administration
- Excellent organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to manage confidential information with integrity
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Able to prioritise a varied workload and meet deadlines
- Proactive, collaborative and solutions focused
- Knowledge of GDPR, corporate governance or contract administration would be advantageous
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to join a well-established global organisation
- Varied and autonomous role with exposure to senior leadership
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
- Excellent opportunity to develop a career within compliance and corporate governance
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Compliance Officer in Leeds employer: Huntress - Leeds
Huntress - Leeds is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work environment where HR professionals can thrive and make a meaningful impact within a leading engineering firm. With a focus on employee growth, competitive salaries, and flexible working arrangements, including part-time options, the company fosters a culture of support and development, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in HR.
