Compliance Manager

Gleeds; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global construction consultancy is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee compliance governance and lead the Compliance Team. This role involves developing compliance policies, liaising with regulatory bodies, and managing audits. Ideal candidates will possess a strong compliance background in global businesses, excellent organizational and communication skills, and a degree in a relevant field. The position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to the compliance culture within the organization, ensuring adherence to necessary regulations.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Equal opportunities employer certification

Great Place to Work certified

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance within a large global business.
• Ability to work with auditors and regulatory authorities.
• Experience in the construction services sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the compliance team and manage compliance audits.
• Develop and implement compliance policies across jurisdictions.
• Act as the liaison with global regulatory bodies.
• Monitor emerging legislation and advise on compliance strategies.
• Manage internal compliance audits and budgets.

Skills

Proven track‑record in compliance

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Good knowledge of compliance software

Ability to think strategically

Education

Degree in law, finance or related field

MBA or equivalent governance qualification

Tools

Compliance software

Job description

About The Role

About this opportunity

Gleeds is an award winning, global construction consultancy with over a century of success in the Built Environment. Our impartial advice helps clients maximise return on investment, from site acquisition to project completion. With over 135 years of construction intelligence we offer unparalleled insight across all sectors, helping clients deliver real value from their assets.

You will be joining Gleeds as Compliance Manager with the overall responsibility of managing the Gleeds Compliance Team. Reporting to the Gleeds Compliance Director, you will lead the compliance team to provide high quality governance and compliance for all Gleeds’ business activities.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Developing, implementing, and overseeing Gleeds’ Regulatory Compliance regime and adherence to Ethical Standards as required by jurisdictional regulations.
• Developing policies with guidance for implementation in each jurisdiction and obtaining approvals / sign-off (in conjunction with other Compliance Team members)
• Acting as primary liaison with global regulatory bodies, managing all external audits and enquiries from third parties such as SGS Yarsley
• Designing and monitoring Gleeds’ :
• Quality Management System (QMS)
• Information Security Management System (ISMS)
• Personal Information Management System (PIMS)
• Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)
• Environmental Management System (EMS)
• Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS)
• Acting as Gleeds’ Data Protection Officer for the UK
• Management of Customer Due Diligence checking procedures for all new customers and updating CDD policy when necessary.
• Supplier Approval (pre-selection due diligence checks)
• Managing internal compliance audits with local stakeholders;
• Working collaboratively with key stakeholders in creating / fostering a Compliance culture (including governance and compliance training management)
• Managing and controlling the Compliance Team budget
• Monitor emerging legislation globally across all Gleeds jurisdictions and advise the Compliance Director on compliance strategies and operational adjustments
• Providing leadership and management of Compliance Team which consists of 2 FTE

About You

Who we’re looking for

Knowledge, Skills and Experience :

• Proven track‑record in compliance in a large and growing agile market leading global business
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills, able to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including auditors, suppliers, advisers and regulatory authorities.
• Good knowledge of compliance software and technology
• Ability to think strategically and identify opportunities to streamline the compliance burden.
• Some knowledge / experience of the construction professional services sector would be desirable.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or equivalent within a relevant discipline : (law / finance / business administration / governance / insurance).
• MBA, AICA, MICA GradCG / ACG, Chartered Secretary or Chartered Governance professional

Behaviours

• People Focused – Motivated to create and maintain positive relationships.
• Creative – We solve problems and introduce new ideas.
• Performance‑led – Driven to exceed client expectations.
• Collaborative – We foster a progressive and inclusive work ethic.
• Accountable – We act with integrity and take responsibility

About Us

Be part of the extraordinary

Every day at Gleeds, we influence the way people around the world live, work and travel. Delivering on the world’s most iconic projects for globally renowned clients, our teams solve complex problems that shape the future of the built environment.

One of the qualities we value in people, is the ability to think creatively about the solutions we offer to clients. With 71 offices spanning the Americas, Europe, MENA and Asia Pacific our ability to innovate and improve is a product of the varied backgrounds and experience of our people. We welcome new perspectives and ideas.

Above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, our aspiration is to leave a positive legacy for people and local communities, whilst living and breathing our three core values :

• We’re committed to our clients and our people
• We’re creative and realistic
• We combine professionalism with personality.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status, or gender.

We recognise the importance of work / life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.

Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.