Compliance Manager

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; Sittingbourne; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Compliance Manager to ensure legal and regulatory compliance for internal operations and clients. In this strategic and operational role, you will develop compliance policies, conduct audits, and engage with clients to provide tailored consultancy. The position offers a dynamic working environment where you will influence business strategy and support professional development. If you are passionate about compliance and have a proactive approach, this is an exciting opportunity to grow with a forward-thinking organization dedicated to excellence in service delivery.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Professional development support

Career progression pathways

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in compliance management or consultancy.
• Excellent knowledge of UK regulatory frameworks and standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures.
• Conduct audits and risk assessments to mitigate compliance issues.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in compliance.

Skills

Compliance Management

Client Engagement

Business Development

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

ISO Lead Auditor Qualifications

Tools

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

ISO 27001

ISO 45001

Job description

Job Title: Compliance Manager
Location: Kent, ME10
Work Arrangement: Flexible, including Client Site Visits
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
Job Ref: 37121

About the Firm
Our client is part of a leading group of professional services companies providing innovative and integrated solutions across legal, compliance, IT, debt recovery, and contracts. We pride ourselves on delivering clear, practical advice with a personal touch, helping our clients navigate regulatory requirements while achieving their business goals.

As a forward-thinking organisation, our mission is to offer a one-stop solution for businesses seeking expert guidance on compliance, corporate governance, and risk mitigation.

Role Overview
As Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that both our internal operations and external clients remain fully compliant with all relevant legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. This position is both strategic and operational - requiring not only a strong understanding of compliance frameworks, but also a proactive, client-facing approach.

In addition, you will play a key role in identifying and securing new compliance consultancy opportunities - contributing to the business development and growth of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Compliance & Consultancy
• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and systems
• Conduct audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential compliance issues
• Advise clients on regulatory obligations and best practices
• Oversee ISO implementation and renewals (9001, 14001, 27001, and 45001)
• Deliver training sessions and develop supporting documentation for internal staff and clients
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure timely updates across the business
• Draft comprehensive compliance reports for internal and client use
• Liaise with regulatory bodies as required.

Client Engagement

• Conduct regular client visits to assess compliance levels and provide tailored consultancy
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships through trust, responsiveness, and service excellence
• Handle client matters with sensitivity, professionalism, and discretion.

Business Development

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the compliance space
• Prepare and deliver proposals and presentations to potential clients
• Attend networking events and industry conferences to promote services
• Collaborate with the management team on growth strategy and market positioning.

Requirements

• Proven experience in compliance management or consultancy
• Excellent knowledge of UK regulatory frameworks and standards
• ISO lead auditor qualifications (9001, 14001, 27001, and 45001)
• Experience with ISO frameworks and quality assurance systems
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills—confident in a client-facing role
• Commercial acumen and enthusiasm for business development
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

What We Offer

• A flexible and dynamic working environment
• Opportunities to influence business strategy and direction
• Professional development support and career progression pathways
• A collaborative, friendly team committed to excellence.

For further details of this vacancy, please contact Joanne Djebara on 01954 774 660 quoting reference 37121.