Compliance Manager

Cactus Search; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Glasgow is seeking a detail-driven Compliance Manager. The role involves developing compliance strategies, implementing ISO standards, and managing risks within a dynamic environment. Candidates should possess over 3 years of experience in compliance, policy writing skills, and strong communication abilities. This hybrid position offers a chance to significantly impact the organization's compliance culture and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in compliance, risk, or audit.
• Experience with ISO standards and external audits.
• Strong background in policy writing and review.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver compliance strategy and frameworks.
• Lead internal audits to check policies and processes.
• Manage ISO accreditations and PCI/FCA compliance.

Skills

Experience in compliance, risk, or audit

Knowledge of ISO standards

Policy writing and review

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Job description

Overview

Compliance Manager — Glasgow | Hybrid | Reporting to Finance Director

What you’ll be doing

We’re looking for a detail-driven, proactive Compliance Manager to take charge of ensuring our business meets the highest standards. This role goes beyond box-ticking — you’ll be shaping compliance strategies, spotting risks before they become problems, and building a culture of continuous improvement.

If you enjoy balancing detail with big-picture thinking, and you’re confident working across different teams to keep things running smoothly, this could be the perfect fit.

• Developing and delivering compliance strategy and frameworks.
• Leading internal audits to check policies and processes are being followed.
• Managing ISO accreditations (ISO9001, ISO27001, ISO22301, ISO45001, ISO14001).
• Overseeing PCI and FCA compliance requirements.
• Managing and testing business continuity plans.
• Identifying risks and working with senior leaders to address them.
• Drafting, updating, and rolling out practical policies.
• Building strong relationships with auditors, insurers, and cyber security partners.
• Spotting opportunities for smarter ways of working and driving improvements.

What we’re looking for

• 3+ years’ experience in compliance, risk, or audit.
• Experience with ISO standards and external audits.
• Strong background in policy writing and review.
• Knowledge of data protection legislation and its impact on businesses.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confident working in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Detail-focused, organised, and commercially aware.
• Comfortable producing both detailed reports and clear exec-level summaries.

Why you’ll love it

This is a chance to be more than a “compliance checker.” You’ll be a key player in shaping how compliance is managed, ensuring high standards while helping the business grow stronger and smarter.

If you’re ready to make compliance meaningful and have a genuine impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today through Cactus Search - [e-mail]