Compliance Manager M&E

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Job summary

A leading Housing Association in North London is seeking a Compliance Manager to lead Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) compliance across their housing portfolio. The role includes managing compliance operations, data oversight, and strategic planning, with a strong focus on safety and regulatory standards. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual leave, private health insurance, and support for training and development.

Benefits

20 days annual leave rising to 25 days after 3 years

Christmas closure day

Private Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Investment in training & development

Travel Expenses for site travel

Qualifications

• Significant experience in statutory compliance within social housing or a property-related field.
• Recognised qualification in compliance, H&S, or building services.
• Demonstrated ability to manage contracts and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage statutory compliance across key areas.
• Track and report compliance KPIs.
• Provide leadership to the compliance team.

Skills

Statutory compliance

Contract management

Leadership

Data oversight

Education

NEBOSH

IWFM

HNC/HND

Job description

Job Description

James Stevens Associates are delighted to be working with a Housing Association in North London that are now looking for their next Compliance Manager.

• Compliance Manager (M&E)
• Working within the Asset Management and Compliance Team
• This role will b managing 2 Direct Reports
• Salary £55,695
• Hybrid: 3 days on site / in Office X 2 days working from home
• Working within an Asset Team of 5 people

Role Purpose:

To lead and manage Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) Housing Compliance across the organisations housing stock. Ensure statutory obligations are fulfilled and best practices embedded across the organisation. Responsible for contract management, robust data oversight, and internal compliance reporting to support high safety standards and asset performance.

Benefits:

•20 days annual leave rising to 25 days after 3 years’ service. Excluding bank hols.

•Christmas closure day.

•Private Health Insurance with AXA.

•On auto-enrolment to The People’s Pension, the employee contribution is 2% and the employer contribution 12%.(This includes Life Assurance.)

•Eye Care Vouchers

•We Care Employee Assistance Programme

•Group Income Protection - Paying up to 50% of their salary when you are off sick.

•Employee Welfare Loans

•Investment in training & development which are key to roles.

•Travel Expenses when travelling to sites.

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance Management

• Lead and manage statutory compliance across key areas including gas, electricity, water hygiene, fire safety, asbestos, lifts, and more.
• Ensure accurate and auditable records within the compliance system
• Track and report compliance KPIs, maintain up-to-date risk registers, and ensure timely mitigation of non-compliances.

Team and Contractor Leadership

• Provide strong leadership to the compliance team to ensure inspections, risk assessments, and remedial actions are timely and effective.
• Manage contractor and consultant performance against SLAs, ensuring delivery of safe, high-quality, and cost-effective services.

Strategic Planning and Delivery

• Develop and manage planned compliance work aligned with the organisations Asset Management Strategy.
• Use compliance data and insights to support long-term investment planning and decision-making.

System and Reporting Oversight

• Ensure integrity and reliability of compliance data systems.
• Prepare high-quality reports for internal governance and external regulators, including for Board-level review and audits.

Safety and Performance

• Foster a strong safety and compliance culture across all departments.
• Ensure that communal areas, third-party managed stock, and residential assets are maintained to compliance standards.

Person Specification

Experience and Qualifications:

• Significant experience in statutory compliance within social housing or a property-related field.
• Recognised qualification in compliance, H&S, or building services (e.g., NEBOSH, IWFM, HNC/HND).
• Demonstrated ability to manage contracts and contractors to meet regulatory and service standards.

Knowledge:

• Deep understanding of health and safety legislation, regulatory compliance, and social housing frameworks.
• Working knowledge of CDM Regulations, the Building Safety Act 2022, and sector best practice.