Compliance Auditor

CDL Software; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

25 days holiday

Health and wellbeing programme

Life and health assurance

Diversity and inclusion network

Pension scheme

Community projects and volunteer days

Job summary

CDL Software in Stockport is looking for a Compliance Auditor to support their compliance program and assist with audits. The role involves policy development and management to ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Ideal candidates should have a relevant educational background, experience within compliance, and strong communication skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and competitive salary, promoting career growth and development.

Qualifications

• A Level or Degree standard education required.
• Relevant domain qualifications desirable, such as ISO auditor.
• Experience in compliance issues and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the compliance program and audits.
• Develop and implement policies for compliance standards.
• Deliver reports on compliance processes.

Skills

Insurance/financial data sector experience

Experience of working within relevant regulations

Computer literacy – Word, Excel

Demonstrable communication ability

Education

Educated to A Level or Degree standard

Tools

ISO auditor/implementer qualifications

GDPR knowledge

Job description

Compliance Auditor

Department: Compliance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: North West UK - Hybrid

Compensation: GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000 / year

Description

We are looking for a Compliance Auditor to join our team at CDL where you will assist the development and operation of the CDL compliance program, working within the Compliance team to support the compliance program. The position assists the Compliance Manager with the conduct, administration and documentation of the compliance policy, process maintenance, audits and reporting.

About CDL

CDL is one of the UK's leading software development houses, employing over 600 people at its campus in Stockport. It has a consistent history in the high-volume retail insurance sector. CDL has spearheaded developments in the aggregator, web and telematics space, including connected home, enrichment and self-service solutions. As a result, the company's robust and innovative technologies have enabled its customers to thrive in the highly competitive UK insurance marketplace.

We have built a collaborative and creative culture, leveraging AI-driven solutions to enhance our products, processes and decision‑making. We pride ourselves on cultivating an inspiring working environment with our employees at the heart of our company.

In a nutshell we are the market leading software house in our industry, creating the software, websites and apps for the Insurance and Finance sector across the UK. If you were to go on a price comparison website, approximately 65% of the companies on there are our clients!

What You'll Do

• You will work well across all business areas to review, assess and advise on action to ensure corporate compliance issues are resolved.
• Participate in reviews and development of company policies to ensure relevant regulations and contractual obligations are addressed.
• Have direct contact with management internally and externally and with regulatory bodies as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Policy Development – assist in the development and implementation of written policies and procedures supporting the management systems required to achieve ISO and other standards certifications within CDL.
• Management System Audit – assist in the monitoring and audits of company policies, procedures and obligations for third‑party certifications, e.g. PCI‑DSS, ISO standards, client contractual obligations.
• Certification audit support – engage with certification audit suppliers to organise and facilitate their audit process (i.e. ISO, SOC etc.).
• Reporting – deliver reports on compliance processes and status.
• Continual Improvement – identify potential improvements in policies and procedures.
• Breach Response – respond promptly and advise corrective action to any emerging breaches in compliance.
• Advice and Support – assist response to internal and external requests for statements and audits of CDL processes and compliance.

Your Skills & Experience

• Educated to A Level or Degree standard.
• Relevant domain qualifications desirable e.g. ISO auditor/implementer, GDPR.
• Insurance/financial data sector experience would be an advantage.
• Experience of working within relevant regulations and standards (e.g. PCI‑DSS, ISO, SOC 2, Data Protection legislation).
• Experience of FCA Regulations relating to insurance, consumer legislation and codes of practice, anti‑bribery legislation, etc. would be an advantage.
• Computer literacy – particularly Word, Excel, etc.
• Demonstrable ability to communicate across disciplines at all levels, with external bodies and with senior management.

What You'll Get

Salary

The salary for the role of Compliance Auditor pays up to GBP 40,000 p.a. providing a fantastic opportunity for career progression. Your growth and advancement within CDL are only limited by your own ambition and effort.

Benefits

• Hybrid Working – 2 Days a Week in the office – SK4 2HD.
• Flexible working.
• 25 days holiday to start, increasing by 1 day per 1 year of service up to 30 days.
• Top employer for 10th year running.
• Excellent training and development platform.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Health and wellbeing programme.
• Virtual activities, lunch and learns, coffee mornings and meetups.
• Life and health assurance.
• Electric Vehicle Scheme.
• Established Recognition Award System.
• Great parental benefits.
• Diversity and inclusion network.
• Pension scheme.
• Community projects and volunteer days.
• Refer a friend bonus.

Campus Benefits

• On‑site free parking.
• Open plan modern offices.
• Quiet spaces are also available.
• Shuttle bus to and from the station.
• Subsidised restaurant.
• Games room, pool & table‑tennis tables and chill out zone.
• Annual Hackathon & Deep Racer Events.
• Social activities, regular social events through our social group Xtra, including a summer BBQ, competitions, bowling, go‑karting, football games, winter party and much more!
• Car wash, barber, yoga classes, boot camp and massage services all on site.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Shower and dry rooms.

Diversity and inclusion

We're on a journey to keep innovating, that means welcoming new ideas and ways of thinking. CDL recognises that building a diverse workforce is critical to the success of our business. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool and welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements and workplace adjustments with all our applicants.

Recruitment Agency Notice

CDL have a PSL in place, but haven't used them for over 3 years, therefore be advised that any unsolicited submission of candidate details - including but not limited to LinkedIn profiles, CVs, or resumes (whether redacted or unredacted) - will be considered freely given and unsolicited. As such, these submissions will not be subject to any fees, terms, or obligations on our part. Only candidate profiles that have been formally discussed with and approved by our Talent Acquisition (TA) team prior to submission AND submitted by agencies on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) operating under agreed terms are authorised to submit candidates. Any submissions from non‑PSL agencies, or those made outside of agreed processes, will be deemed non‑compliant and will not be eligible for any fees or consideration.