Compliance Officer

Judicium; Altofts; In loco; GBP 32.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health cash plan

Private GP access

Life insurance x4 salary

Pension contributions

Flexible benefits after probation

Learning and development opportunities

Volunteer days for Education

Descrizione del lavoro

Judicium is seeking a Compliance Officer to ensure the Apprenticeships department follows ESFA funding rules, safeguarding public funds while supporting high‑quality programmes. You will audit documentation, update systems, train staff, and drive continuous improvement across Quality & Training units.

Responsibilities include risk monitoring, data reporting, and collaboration with stakeholders to maintain compliance culture and robust evidence for audits.

Competenze

• Experience in a back-office function with a strong focus on customer service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially Outlook, Word, Excel (advanced level), and Teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement (personal and organisational).
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating detailed information and preparing/presenting reports.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and remain focused under pressure.
• Experience working in a dynamic, change-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade C or 4.

Mansioni

• Auditing: Conduct regular audits of key documentation against ESFA funding rules.
• Process Improvement: Identify non‑compliant documentation and implement corrective actions.
• Training and Support: Provide guidance and training to staff on compliance.
• Platform Management: Ensure BUD and learner systems are updated with compliant evidence.
• Audit Preparation: Support internal and external funding audits.
• Documentation Management: Maintain clear records and resolve flagged issues.
• Reporting and Analysis: Analyse data and prepare reports on trends and risks.
• Knowledge Maintenance: Stay updated on ESFA rules and regulations.
• Cross-Organisation Assurance: Support compliance activities across units.
• Risk Management: Identify risks and propose mitigation actions.
• Quality Collaboration: Work with teams to ensure compliant learner journeys.
• Policy and Procedure Development: Contribute to policies and audit frameworks.

Conoscenze

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team player

Tenacious, results-driven

Formazione

GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade C or 4

Strumenti

Microsoft 365

Outlook

Word

Excel (advanced)

Teams

Descrizione del lavoro

Vacancy Name

Vacancy Name Compliance Officer

Vacancy Number

Vacancy Number VN3039

Location City

Employment Type

Employment Type Permanent

About us

About the job

Main Purpose of Job

To ensure the Apprenticeships department operates in full compliance with the latest ESFA funding rules, safeguarding public funds while supporting the delivery of high‑quality apprenticeship programmes. This role is integral to maintaining operational excellence, mitigating compliance risks, and enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of organisational processes. The Compliance Officer will play a key role in fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, leveraging cutting‑edge technology, and upholding the organisation's commitment to quality assurance and improvement.

Main Duties

• Auditing: Conduct regular audits of key documentation against the most recent ESFA funding rules using the apprenticeship delivery platform BUD and any other relevant systems.
• Process Improvement: Identify non‑compliant documentation and implement corrective actions in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Training and Support: Provide guidance and training to delivery staff on compliance best practices and audit actions.
• Platform Management: Ensure BUD and any other learner management systems are updated with accurate, compliant evidence of programme eligibility.
• Audit Preparation: Support internal and external audits conducted by funding bodies and other stakeholders.
• Documentation Management: Maintain clear and organised records of compliance actions and ensure timely resolution of flagged issues.
• Reporting and Analysis: Analyse compliance data and prepare reports that identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement, supporting informed decision‑making.
• Knowledge Maintenance: Stay updated on ESFA funding rules and other relevant regulations, ensuring compliance practices remain current.
• Cross-Organisation Assurance: Support compliance assurance activities across all Quality & Training business units, ensuring consistency of funding compliance practice, evidence requirements and audit outcomes.
• Risk Management: Identify emerging compliance risks, trends and recurring themes, escalating concerns and recommending appropriate mitigation actions .
• Quality Collaboration: Work collaboratively with administrative, operational, quality and support teams to ensure compliant learner journeys, effective resolution of compliance issues and continuous improvement of processes.
• Policy and Procedure Development: Contribute to the development, review and implementation of compliance policies, procedures, guidance documents and audit frameworks.

Job Responsibilities

• Achieve daily, weekly, and monthly auditing targets to maintain compliance.
• Review and improve internal processes to enhance compliance rates.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to promote best practices in funding compliance.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of compliance checks for all programme documentation.
• Share compliance updates and insights across departments to promote organisation‑wide adherence.
• Support the delivery of organisational compliance assurance plans and improvement activities across Quality & Training.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive compliance culture, promoting accountability, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Support preparation for external funding audits, inspections and due diligence exercises.
• Provide feedback, coaching and guidance to operational teams to improve compliance performance and reduce funding risk.
• Share best practice and lessons learned across businesses to drive consistency and continuous improvement.
• Maintain and update compliance documentation against specified targets.
• Ensure all compliance actions for specific apprentices are recorded and tracked.
• Generate and distribute regular compliance reports as required.

Other Duties

• Perform additional duties related to the role as required.
• Actively participate in organisational initiatives aimed at improving compliance and operational effectiveness.

About you

Qualifications/Skills/Knowledge/Qualities

Essential Criteria

• Experience in a back‑office function with a strong focus on customer service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially Outlook, Word, Excel (advanced level), and Teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement (personal and organisational).
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating detailed information and preparing/presenting reports.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and remain focused under pressure.
• Experience working in a dynamic, change‑oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Tenacious, results‑driven, and team‑oriented.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at Grade C or 4.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience with government‑funded programmes, including apprenticeships.
• Familiarity with ESFA funding rules and compliance standards.
• Previous experience in further education or a similar environment.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship standards and delivery platforms like BUD.

What we Offer

• 28 days holiday and get an extra day for each year you stay with us, up to max 33 days PLUS bank holidays
• Health Cash Plan, once you’ve passed probation, which includes access to a private GP
• From day 1, free life insurance covering up to x4 your salary
• We’ll both add money into your pension pot after 3 months
• Choose what flexible benefits you want after you’ve passed probation – this could be buying extra holiday, dental, topping up your healthcare plan, bikes, gym membership, electric cars and give as you earn
• Learning and development opportunities
• Volunteer days – 3 paid volunteer days a year, with 2 dedicated to Education

By joining us, you will become part of a community that is dedicated to transforming lives and sustaining communities, where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your individuality is celebrated. Together, we will continue to advance our passion for education and build brighter futures for all.