Risk and Compliance Manager - Forward Role : Job Details

Risk and Compliance Manager

Location – Burton on Trent – Hybrid working (1-2 days on site)

Salary - £40,000 - £50,000 + excellent benefits

Position Overview

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the business operates in full compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements, as well as internal policies and procedures. You will collaborate closely with the Legal team, Data Protection Office, and Technology departments to develop, implement, and manage an effective compliance program. This role covers risk management, governance, and training, and involves interaction with external auditors and regulators as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a comprehensive compliance framework that aligns with best practices, legal standards, and relevant regulations in the jurisdictions where the company operates.
• Conduct periodic compliance audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls, identify potential gaps, and recommend areas for improvement.
• Provide regular reports on the company’s compliance status to key stakeholders, including senior leadership and the board, along with actionable insights and recommendations.
• Manage the compliance training and awareness initiatives, ensuring employees are informed about the latest regulatory changes and compliance obligations.
• Offer guidance and support to the Legal, Data Protection, Change, and Technology teams on compliance-related issues, including contract reviews, IT security, data protection policies, and incident response.
• Foster productive relationships with the Data Protection Office (DPO), external auditors, and regulatory bodies to ensure that the company remains compliant with their requirements.
• Lead and support the Audit & Risk Committee and play a central role in managing company-wide risk and compliance initiatives.
• Stay updated on evolving trends and regulations in the industry, proactively identifying risks and opportunities that could affect compliance.
• Oversee and ensure the timely submission of GDPR audits and PCI self-certifications on an annual basis.
• Support efforts to achieve ISO27001 recertification process each year.
• Manage the company’s compliance monitoring and risk management strategy to mitigate instances of non-compliance.

Experience Required

• Extensive experience in compliance, ideally within a regulated field.
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity, professionalism, and the ability to operate independently with sound ethical judgment.
• Strong understanding of laws and regulations such as PCI, GDPR, Anti-Money Laundering Regulations, ISO, Data protection.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with proficiency in interpreting and applying complex regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels effectively.
• Possession of a Certified Compliance Professional (CCP) certification or similar qualification is preferred.

This is a very exciting role in a rapidly growing business with immediate interviews available for the right candidates.

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