Compliance Officer

Michael Page; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Free parking on site

Work-life balance support

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting a Compliance Officer in Skelmersdale to develop and implement compliance policies across the organisation, monitor regulatory adherence, and conduct audits. You will guide staff on compliance matters and liaise with regulators to safeguard the company’s reputation.

The role requires strong knowledge of retail compliance, experience in audits and risk assessments, and excellent communication and training abilities.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of compliance regulations and standards in retail.
• Experience in audits and risk assessments.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively.
• Confidence in training and guiding others on compliance matters.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures across the organisation.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to identify potential compliance issues.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on compliance matters.
• Prepare and submit compliance reports to management and regulatory bodies.
• Investigate and resolve compliance breaches or concerns.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations affecting the retail industry.
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory authorities as needed.

Skills

Compliance knowledge

Audits & risk

Organisational skills

Communication

Training

Job description

As a Compliance Officer in the retail industry, based in Skelmersdale, you'll ensure the business adheres to all relevant regulations and standards, keeping operations smooth and risk-free. Your work will help safeguard the company's reputation by monitoring compliance and providing guidance where needed.

Client Details

This role is with a company operating in the retail industry, located in Skelmersdale.

Description

• Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures across the organisation.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to identify potential compliance issues.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on compliance matters.
• Prepare and submit compliance reports to management and regulatory bodies.
• Investigate and resolve compliance breaches or concerns.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations affecting the retail industry.
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory authorities as needed.

Profile

A successful Compliance Officer should have:

• Strong knowledge of compliance regulations and standards in the retail sector.
• Experience in conducting audits and risk assessments.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively.
• Confidence in providing training and guidance to others on compliance matters.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from 35,000 to 40,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Free parking available on site.

Compliance Officer