At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development of a robust compliance programme across a global retail organisation.
- Company: Join a leading FTSE-listed international retail group with a strong consumer brand.
- Benefits: High visibility and impact at executive and board level, with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on leadership and team development.
- Why this job: Be part of a pivotal transformation in compliance, shaping governance and sustainable growth.
- Qualifications: Qualified lawyer with senior compliance experience and strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
The client is a leading, FTSE-listed international retail group with a significant global footprint and a highly recognisable consumer brand. Operating across multiple jurisdictions and business lines, the organisation offers a complex and fast-moving environment where compliance plays a critical role in supporting sustainable growth and strong governance.
The organisation is undergoing ongoing transformation so you would be joining at a pivotal time as the business continues to evolve its global compliance framework, offering high visibility and genuine impact at both executive and board level. This role will report into the Chief Compliance Officer and will lead on the development and delivery of organisation wide compliance programme across a large international business.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the development and delivery of a robust, enterprise-wide compliance programme aligned to regulatory and governance requirements
- Oversee key risk areas including anti-bribery & corruption, competition law, financial crime, and sanctions
- Provide strategic support and reporting to executive and board-level stakeholders
- Monitor, assess, and escalate compliance risks, ensuring effective mitigation across business units
- Drive compliance training, culture, and awareness across a complex, international business
- Manage regulatory relationships, audits, and investigations where required
- Lead and develop a high-performing compliance team
- England & Wales qualified lawyer with significant senior compliance experience within a large, complex or listed organisation
- Strong knowledge of UK and international regulatory frameworks
- Proven leadership and team management capability
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging at board level
- Commercial, pragmatic approach to risk and problem-solving
- High integrity with sound judgement in complex environments
- Professional compliance qualification (e.g. ICA) desirable
Interim Head of Compliance in City of London employer: Major, Lindsey & Africa
As a leading FTSE-listed international retail group, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our ongoing transformation initiatives, providing opportunities for impactful contributions at the executive level while ensuring a robust compliance framework. Join us in a role where your expertise will not only shape our compliance programme but also enhance your professional journey within a globally recognised brand.
Contact Details:
Major, Lindsey & Africa Recruitment Team
