Compliance Manager

Reed; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed is seeking an Interim Compliance Manager in Cambridge on a hybrid basis (2 days in the office). The role focuses on Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC), modern slavery, sanctions, and ethical governance.

You will advise stakeholders, embed policies, and support the compliance programme across the organisation. The successful candidate will have strong regulatory knowledge, robust risk management experience, and a proactive, collaborative approach to drive compliance improvements during the

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the UK Bribery Act and related regulatory frameworks.
• Solid understanding of Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC), Modern Slavery, and Sanctions risks.
• Experience in compliance, ethics, risk management, or a related function.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of compliance programmes and frameworks.
• Provide advice and guidance on anti-bribery, corruption, sanctions and modern slavery risks.
• Deliver compliance training and awareness initiatives to employees and stakeholders.
• Assist with compliance risk assessments and monitoring activities.
• Review high-risk third-party due diligence assessments and recommend appropriate actions.
• Support investigations relating to potential compliance breaches or ethical concerns.
• Maintain accurate compliance records, reporting and audit trails.
• Build strong relationships across the business and act as a trusted compliance partner.
• Monitor regulatory developments and emerging best practice within the compliance space.

Skills

ABC awareness

Modern slavery

Sanctions compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder partnership

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ethics & risk management

Job description

Interim Compliance Manager

Location: Cambridge (Hybrid, 2 days per week in the office)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Contract: 6 Month

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a highly respected organisation seeking an Interim Compliance Manager to join their established compliance function on an initial six-month contract.

Looking for an experienced Compliance professional with a strong background in Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC), sanctions compliance, and wider regulatory requirements.

The Opportunity

Reporting into a senior compliance leader, you will support the delivery and ongoing development of the organisation's global compliance programme. The role has a particular focus on:

• Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC)
• Modern Slavery compliance
• Sanctions compliance
• Ethical business practices and governance

You will act as a trusted adviser to stakeholders across the organisation, providing practical guidance on compliance risks while ensuring policies, procedures and controls are effectively embedded.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of compliance programmes and frameworks.
• Provide advice and guidance on anti-bribery, corruption, sanctions and modern slavery risks.
• Deliver compliance training and awareness initiatives to employees and stakeholders.
• Assist with compliance risk assessments and monitoring activities.
• Review high-risk third-party due diligence assessments and recommend appropriate actions.
• Support investigations relating to potential compliance breaches or ethical concerns.
• Maintain accurate compliance records, reporting and audit trails.
• Build strong relationships across the business and act as a trusted compliance partner.
• Monitor regulatory developments and emerging best practice within the compliance space.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Strong knowledge of the UK Bribery Act and related regulatory frameworks.
• A solid understanding of Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC), Modern Slavery, and Sanctions Compliance risks.
• Previous experience working within compliance, ethics, risk management, or a related function.
• A proactive business-partnering approach with the ability to build credibility and trust across a wide range of stakeholders.
• Confidence in exercising sound judgement and knowing when to elevate matters appropriately.
• High levels of professional integrity, discretion, and ethical standards.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational abilities and the capacity to manage competing priorities effectively.
• A self-motivated and collaborative approach, with a commitment to continuous professional development.

What's on Offer

• Initial 6-month contract with immediate impact and visibility.
• Hybrid working arrangement with 2 days per week in Cambridge.
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative and well-established compliance team.
• Exposure to a broad range of regulatory, ethics and governance matters across a large organisation.