Compliance Coordinator

CIPS - The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Bonus scheme

On-site restaurant

Gym access

Job summary

CIPS - The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply in the UK seeks a Compliance Coordinator to help deliver governance, risk, and data protection across the organisation. You will join the Governance team, coordinating activities and maintaining policy schedules while guiding compliance practices.

The role is permanent, full-time, 35 hours per week, with a hybrid working arrangement at Westpoint, Peterborough.

Qualifications

• Experience handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and accurate documentation.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• The ability to plan and prioritise work effectively while managing competing demands.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of governance, risk, compliance and data protection activities.
• Ensure policies, processes and regulatory requirements are effectively managed across the organisation.
• Coordinate compliance activities and manage key documentation and registers.
• Support the implementation of compliance frameworks and projects.
• Prepare governance reports, presentations and committee materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Organisation

Stakeholder collaboration

Prioritisation

Problem solving

Job description

Compliance Coordinator (UK) | £36,000 - £42,000 | Westpoint, Peterborough, PE2 6FZ (Hybrid)

Permanent 35 hours per week | Full-time | Global Organisation

Help shape a culture of compliance, governance and ethical excellence

Are you highly organised, detail-oriented and passionate about governance and compliance?

We're looking for a collaborative and proactive Compliance Coordinator to join our

Governance team, supporting the delivery of CIPS' risk, compliance, governance and data

protection framework across our global organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across a broad range of

activities, building relationships with stakeholders, coordinating projects, and helping ensure

the organisation maintains effective governance and regulatory compliance practices

About us

The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) is the world’s leading professional

body for procurement and supply, with over 70,000 members worldwide.

With a Royal Charter, we’re driven by a clear purpose: to raise standards, build capability,

and support ethical, high-performing supply chain professionals globally.

What you’ll be doing

You will play an important role in supporting the delivery of CIPS' governance, risk, compliance

and data protection activities, helping to ensure that policies, processes and regulatory

requirements are effectively managed across the organisation.

Working closely with colleagues throughout the business, you will coordinate compliance

activities, provide guidance on governance requirements, manage key documentation and

registers, and support the implementation of compliance frameworks and projects. You will

also help monitor regulatory developments, maintain policy review schedules, support data

protection processes and contribute to the continuous improvement of governance standards

and compliance practices.

Alongside this, you will support the preparation of governance reports, presentations and

committee materials, administer compliance systems and processes, and provide support and

guidance on compliance-related enquiries. Through building effective relationships across the

organisation, you will help foster a positive culture of accountability, governance and

continuous improvement.

What we’re looking for

• Experience handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and accurate documentation.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• The ability to plan and prioritise work effectively while managing competing demands.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

Experience gained in governance, compliance, risk, audit, policy management, administration, project coordination or similar environments would be beneficial. We also welcome applications from candidates with transferable skills and experience from other sectors and backgrounds.

What you’ll get – an array of benefits, including:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private medical insurance (BUPA)
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Bonus scheme (non-contractual)
• On-site restaurant and other great facilities including a gym.

Why join CIPS?

At CIPS, you'll be part of a globally connected organisation where your work contributes to

maintaining strong governance, ethical standards and professional excellence.

You’ll join a supportive and collaborative team, gain exposure to a wide range of compliance

and governance activities, and have opportunities to develop your knowledge and experience

within a respected international organisation.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from

candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.