Compliance Officer

Location: Islington

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Position: Compliance Officer

Full time or Part time

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Compliance Officer to support the business in maintaining high standards of regulatory compliance, internal governance and operational best practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised professional with a strong understanding of compliance procedures, risk management and regulatory standards. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring company policies and procedures are followed, potential risks are identified, and the business operates in line with applicable legislation and industry requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, industry standards and internal company policies.
• Develop, implement and maintain compliance policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Conduct regular compliance checks, internal reviews and risk assessments to identify potential issues.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring all required documentation and records are accurate and readily available.
• Maintain up-to-date compliance registers, records, reports and relevant documentation.
• Identify areas of non-compliance and work with relevant departments to implement corrective actions.
• Provide guidance and support to employees and management on compliance requirements and best practice.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, ensuring the business adapts accordingly.
• Investigate compliance concerns, document findings and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Prepare compliance reports for senior management, highlighting risks, findings and recommended improvements.
• Assist with staff training and awareness initiatives relating to compliance policies and procedures.
• Promote a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement throughout the organisation.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a Compliance Officer, Compliance Administrator, Risk Officer or similar role.
• A good understanding of regulatory compliance, internal controls and risk management.
• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• The ability to review documentation, identify discrepancies and maintain accurate records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence communicating compliance requirements to colleagues at all levels.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to manage competing priorities. xgikmsk
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and the ability to maintain compliance databases or reporting systems.