Compliance Manager (Fire Lead)

WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL; England; On-site; GBP 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body is seeking a Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) to manage Fire compliance and contracts across its premises. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in this field, demonstrating strong analytical skills and the ability to work under pressure. Responsibilities include managing risk assessments and compliance activities while liaising with stakeholders to ensure fire safety. This position offers a salary of £66,169 per year.

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing Fire compliance and related contracts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale contracts.

Responsibilities

• Organise and manage a comprehensive Fire compliance programme.
• Act as the principal point of contact for Fire compliance matters.
• Manage risk assessments and compliance activities.

Skills

Expert knowledge of RRFO 2005 and statutory compliance

Strong contract and budget management skills

Proven ability to lead, motivate, and liaise with teams

Excellent negotiation and influencing capabilities

High-level problem-solving and analytical abilities

Strong personal, inter-personal, and communication skills

Ability to work flexibly and efficiently in a challenging environment

Ability to plan, budget, and programme tasks effectively

Commitment to excellence and professional development

Job description

Compliance Manager (Fire Lead)

Worcestershire County Council

Worcester, WR5 2NP

£66,169 per year - estimated ?

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You are a competent, experienced, and dynamic professional with substantial experience in managing Fire compliance and contracts. You possess strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work autonomously under pressure. You have a proven track record in successfully managing large‑scale contracts, liaising with diverse stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with statutory regulations.

This role entails organising and managing a comprehensive Fire compliance programme in line with The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 across Worcestershire County Council’s corporate and maintained school premises. You will act as the principal point of contact for all Fire compliance matters, managing risk assessments, compliance activities, and performance against KPIs. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure fire safety is effectively managed and will provide specialised training and advice to staff. Your responsibilities include contract management, financial planning, and ensuring the effective delivery of services by contractors.

• Expert knowledge of RRFO 2005 and statutory compliance
• Strong contract and budget management skills
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and liaise with teams
• Excellent negotiation and influencing capabilities
• High‑level problem‑solving and analytical abilities
• Strong personal, inter‑personal, and communication skills
• Ability to work flexibly and efficiently in a challenging environment
• Ability to plan, budget, and programme tasks effectively
• Commitment to excellence and professional development