HR, Data and Compliance Officer in Exeter

We are seeking a diligent and organised HR, Data and Compliance Officer to oversee the HR and compliance functions within the organisation. This role involves supporting HR operations, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations, and assisting with overall regulatory adherence. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate records, processing data subject access requests, and monitoring governance standards in line with UK GDPR and relevant legislation.

Hours: 9-5 with hour lunch break

Location: Carcomparison Leasing, Marsh Barton, Exeter

What you’ll need:

• Proactive and eager to learn
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Reliable and able to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to compliance
• Customer-focused with good interpersonal skills
• Previous experience or exposure in HR administration, data protection, or compliance support is preferred
• A basic understanding of UK employment law and data protection legislation (UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018)
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

What you’ll do:

• Act as the primary liaison between Carcomparison and the centralised group HR team
• Develop and support wellbeing initiatives while championing our brand culture and employee engagement
• Coordinate performance appraisal cycles, support goal setting, and assist managers in tracking and documenting employee performance and development plans
• Collaborate closely with the marketing team to develop and implement an effective internal communication strategy
• Work alongside line managers to improve the consistency, effectiveness, and fairness of employee interactions
• Support recruitment activities, including drafting and posting job adverts, screening applications, coordinating interviews, and communicating with candidates throughout the hiring process
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR databases
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits programmes, including managing enrolment, leave requests, and attendance tracking
• Assist in implementing and communicating HR policies and procedures to employees
• Act as a point of contact for employee concerns, grievances, and disciplinary procedures
• Ensure HR practices comply with labour laws, health and safety regulations, and industry standards
• Stay up to date with changes in legislation affecting employment
• Assist with talent identification and succession planning initiatives to ensure leadership continuity and career progression pathways
• Support diversity and inclusion initiatives, monitor workforce demographics, and promote an inclusive workplace culture
• Facilitate employee engagement surveys and analyse feedback to recommend improvements
• Support the development and delivery of onboarding and continuous learning programmes
• Manage offboarding processes, including exit interviews, retrieval of company assets, and ensuring smooth transitions
• Maintain and optimise HR systems, processes, and data management
• Prepare and analyse HR metrics (turnover, absence, diversity, recruitment) to provide insights that support decision-making and strategic planning
• Provide general HR administrative support such as preparing reports, scheduling meetings, managing HR correspondence, and coordinating training and development activities

If you think you’re perfect for our HR, Data and Compliance Officer role and would like to apply, you’ll need to send your CV and a cover letter to our recruitment team. You can reach them at careers@carcomparison.co.uk or by clicking apply. We provide lots of help and advice on what we look for within the applications we receive and how you can make yours stand out. We know applying for jobs can be daunting and that sometimes the biggest barrier to pushing the button can be ourselves. Even if you feel you don’t fulfil all of the criteria listed, you still might be a great fit! We’d encourage you to apply and supplement your CV with a detailed covering letter. We’ll read every one with interest.