Compliance Manager

Cardo; Slough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A social housing maintenance company is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee all statutory and regulatory compliance within their portfolio. The role involves ensuring health and safety standards are met, managing audits and compliance records, and leading a team of compliance officers. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in compliance within social housing, strong project management skills, and a relevant professional qualification. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company committed to innovation and inclusivity.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace

Opportunities for growth and success

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a compliance, health & safety, or asset management role within social housing.
• Detailed knowledge of housing and building safety legislation.
• Strong project management and contractor management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee statutory and regulatory compliance within the housing portfolio.
• Manage audits, inspections, and compliance records.
• Lead on internal investigations related to compliance or safety breaches.

Skills

Compliance experience

Health & safety knowledge

Project management

Analytical abilities

Policy development

Education

Professional qualification (e.g. NEBOSH, IOSH, CIH)

Tools

Compliance management systems (e.g. Keystone, Northgate)

Job description

Who We Are:

Cardo Group is a social housing property maintenance company.

Our multi-company group specializes in maintenance, compliance, and retrofit services with a growing national footprint. With ambitious plans for further national expansion, we are committed to making a lasting impact in the industry.

We are currently looking for a Compliance Manager to join our team.

Overall Purpose of the role

The Compliance Manager will oversee all statutory and regulatory compliance within the social housing portfolio, ensuring that properties and services meet health and safety standards, legal requirements, and industry best practices. This includes managing compliance across areas such as gas safety, electrical safety, fire safety, asbestos, water hygiene, and lift maintenance.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of compliance policies and procedures across the housing stock.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, including Health & Safety at Work Act, Building Safety Act, Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), and all relevant sector-specific regulations.
• Oversee regular audits and inspections, ensuring that all remedial actions are recorded, tracked, and completed in a timely manner.
• Manage contracts and performance of external contractors delivering compliance-related services (e.g. gas servicing, fire risk assessments).
• Maintain accurate compliance records and provide regular reports to senior management, the board, and regulatory bodies.
• Work with asset management, repairs, and housing teams to embed a compliance-focused culture.
• Act as the main point of contact for regulators such as the Regulator of Social Housing and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
• Lead on internal investigations and reporting for incidents related to non-compliance or safety breaches.
• Manage and develop a team of compliance officers or coordinators, where applicable.

Skills & Experience:

Essential:

• Proven experience in a compliance, health & safety, or asset management role within the social housing or property management sector.
• Detailed knowledge of relevant housing and building safety legislation and best practice.
• Strong project management and contractor management skills.
• Excellent analytical and reporting abilities.
• Experience in policy development and audit processes.

Desirable:

• Relevant professional qualification (e.g. NEBOSH, IOSH, CIH).
• Experience using compliance or asset management systems (e.g. Keystone, Northgate).

Why Join Cardo Group?

At Cardo Group, we are growing, evolving, and building a stable foundation for long-term success. When you join us, you become part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, integrity, and inclusivity.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We recognise that diverse perspectives strengthen our business, drive innovation, and help us better serve the communities we work with.

Equity – We ensure fair opportunities for growth and success, removing barriers that may stand in the way.

Diversity – We embrace different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints, knowing that diversity fuels creativity and progress.

Inclusion – We foster a culture where every team member has a voice and feels a true sense of belonging.

At Cardo Group, EDI is more than a policy, it’s part of who we are. We actively promote an environment where all individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, ability, sexual orientation, or background, can thrive.

Join us and be part of a company that values you—exactly as you are.