Compliance Audit Specialist

Post Office Ltd; Field; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave (rising to 30)

Up to 10% on target bonus

Generous pension with 10% employer

24/7 digital GP and EAP

Life assurance 6x

400+ online courses & development

Discounts on benefits platform

Job summary

Post Office Ltd in Field is recruiting a Compliance Audit Specialist to deliver an annual assurance programme, including travel and overnight stays, and to assess Supply Chain compliance with PSIA, BoE rules, and industry regulations.

You will act as a subject matter expert to maintain Quality Management accreditations and meet SIA criteria, supporting managers with training, coaching and compliance surgeries, plus remote checks using Power Apps and Service Now.

Qualifications

• End-to-end supply chain knowledge.
• ISO 9001 auditor qualification desirable (IRCA internal/lead).
• Familiar with ISO9001, SIA Approved Contractors Scheme, Bank of England NCS rules.
• Strong Word, Excel and MS Teams skills.
• Ability to influence others and support senior management on change, risk and control.
• Understanding of the Private Security Industry Act impact on Post Office.
• Good analytical and numerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an annual assurance programme with travel and overnight stays.
• Assess Supply Chain compliance with PSIA, BoE rules, regulations and processes.
• Maintain Quality Management accreditations and meet SIA criteria.
• Support managers with training, coaching, and compliance surgeries.
• Perform remote compliance checks (Power Apps and Service Now).

Skills

End-to-end supply chain

ISO 9001 auditor

SIA Approved Contractors Scheme

Bank of England NCS compliance

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Teams

Influence and change management

Private Security Industry Act

Analytical & problem-solving

Numeracy

Job description

Summary

Salary: Competitive Salary

Grade: 2A

Reporting Line: Compliance and Quality Manager

Contact Type: Permanent

Location: Field Based

Closing Date: 09/10/2026

What To Expect

To deliver an annual assurance programme, included in the role is a requirement to travel and overnight stays away from home. Assess Post Office Supply Chain compliance with the Private Security Industry Act, Bank of England rules, industry regulation, and business processes. Act as a subject matter expert to ensure Supply Chain retain Quality Management accreditations and meet the criteria set out by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) for the Approved Contractors Scheme. Support Supply Chain managers to maintain compliance through training, coaching, delivering compliance surgeries and providing 'trouble shooting' expertise. Complete a programme of remote compliance checks, such as monitoring of Power App completion and Service Now control checks.

How our people behave is as important to Post Office, as what is delivered. The Compliance Audit Specialist will role model the Post Office behaviours.

What We Can Do For You

Our business is changing and we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed, to help us achieve our ambitious goals. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 2 years), plus bank holidays
• Up to 10% on target bonus opportunity
• Generous pension scheme with minimum 10% employer contribution
• Access to 24/7 digital GP services and our Employee Assistance Programme
• 6 x Life assurance and income protection after 12 months service
• Over 400 online courses, mentoring, apprenticeships, and development programmes
• Access to our benefits platform for exclusive discounts & savings

What You’ll Need To Succeed

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experiences:

• Excellent working knowledge of end-to-end supply chain operation.
• Qualified ISO 9001 auditor - IRCA internal or lead certified auditor is desirable.
• Comprehensive knowledge of one or more of the following:
  • ISO9001 Quality Management System
  • SIA’s Approved Contractors Scheme
  • Bank of England NCS compliance rules
• Sound PC application skills - Particularly Word, Excel and MS Teams
• Proven ability to influence others not under their direct control and support senior management implementing change, managing risk and control.
• Understanding of how the Private Security Industry Act impacts on Post Office
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Numeric - ability to understand and interpret figures

About Us

At Post Office Ltd, we’re proud to be at the heart of communities across the UK, upheld by the dedication and service of our postmasters. We offer essential services that people rely on every day, from parcels and banking to identity and government services. While we continue to evolve with digital innovation, our commitment to personal, face-to-face service remains core to who we are.

Our journey is one of reflection, growth, and meaningful change. We’re looking for people who think differently. Those with resilience, purpose, and a deep sense of responsibility to our postmasters, partners and the communities they serve. If you're driven by the chance to make a real impact and help shape a future, built on progress and integrity, we’d love to hear from you. For more details visit [e-mail]

Application Guidance

Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. While we’ve outlined key skills above, we recognise that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we recognise the value people with disabilities can bring to our business. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process or would like further details on the job description, please contact [e-mail]

We’re thrilled by your interest in this opportunity and truly value every application we receive. Please note the advert may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. Unfortunately, we’re unable to provide individual feedback on all submissions.