Cleaning Compliance Operations Manager

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a proactive Compliance Operations Manager in London. This role involves overseeing cleaning contracts and ensuring compliance with client standards and safety regulations, ideal for someone with experience in a dynamic, multi-site environment.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Company sick pay

Maternity and paternity leave support

Flexible benefits

24/7 GP access

Two paid volunteering days

Ongoing training and development

Exclusive perks and discounts

Mental health support

Recognition and rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance, health and safety, or operational role.
• Familiarity with multi-site operations and low-margin environments.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance audits and site inspections.
• Support ISO certifications and maintain management systems.
• Develop health and safety policies aligned with legislation.

Skills

Planning

Organisation

Prioritisation

Collaboration

Proactivity

Education

Qualifications in IOSH or BICS

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

London

Full-time | Multi-Site Contract

£41,000 to £45,000 per annum

We’re seeking a proactive and people-focused Compliance Operations Manager to join our fast-paced London division. You’ll work alongside the Operations Director, overseeing a portfolio of cleaning contracts while ensuring compliance with client standards, legal requirements, and best practices in health and safety.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys working with people, systems, and standards to drive continuous improvement.

As Cleaning Compliance Operations Manager, you’ll be:

• Leading compliance audits and site inspections to ensure health and safety and operational standards are met.
• Supporting ISO certifications and helping maintain our Integrated Management Systems (ISO 9001, 14001, and ISO 45001).
• Developing internal health and safety policies and procedures aligned with legislative requirements.
• Advising teams on risk assessments and helping ensure that risk controls are in place and up to date.
• Working collaboratively with managers and site teams to embed a strong compliance culture.

As Cleaning Compliance Operations Manager, you’ll have:

• Experience in a compliance, health and safety, or operational role—ideally within facilities management or the public sector.
• Familiarity with fast-paced, multi-site operations and understanding of the demands of a low-margin, high-turnover environment.
• Qualifications in IOSH and/or BICS are desirable, but not essential—we’re happy to support your development.
• Strong planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively using initiative.

Vetting and Security

This role requires successful clearance through the Metropolitan Police vetting process (NPPV2/CTC). We’ll support you throughout this process and answer any questions you may have.

What we offer you

We believe in rewarding talent and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued. Here’s what you’ll get:

• Employee Ownership – You are part of our success!
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company sick pay
• Maternity and paternity leave support
• Flexible benefits, which include the opportunity to buy up to 5 days extra holiday
• 24/7 GP access, plus mental health, wellness, financial, and legal support
• Two paid volunteering days per year – Give back to a cause that matters to you
• Exclusive perks and discounts – More than 250 deals available
• Ongoing training and development – From apprenticeships to leadership programs
• Wellbeing, & – Our Mosaic Committee and Mental Health First Aiders are leading the way
• Recognition and rewards – Celebrating our shining stars all year round

Our commitment to Equality, diversity, and inclusion: Churchill is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and seeks to attract, develop and retain the best people from the widest possible talent pool. We’re committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly, and with respect and dignity throughout the recruitment process.