Compliance, Risk, Audit and Safety Officer

Dublin Gestalt Centre,psychotherapy,counselling and coaching and training providers; London; Hybrid; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in psychotherapy and counselling is seeking a Compliance, Risk, Audit and Safety Officer for a hybrid role based in Islington. The successful candidate will support governance and compliance initiatives, ensuring a safe environment while managing audits and safeguarding processes. This position offers a competitive salary, training opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Annual staff awards

Qualifications

• Experience in complaints, incident handling, and audits.
• Knowledge of governance systems and risk management.
• Ability to write clear reports and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Review safeguarding alerts and implement remedial actions.
• Conduct service visits and safety reviews.
• Manage data and produce reports.

Skills

Incident handling

Safeguarding

Data protection

Report writing

IT proficiency

Quality standards management

Health and safety procedures

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Compliance, Risk, Audit and Safety Officer

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Job Details

• Job Title: Compliance, Risk, Audit and Safety Officer
• Location: Central Office based in Islington, hybrid with regular service visits
• Salary: £35,700
• Shift Pattern: 12-month fixed-term contract, 37.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00, with flexibility as required

About the Role

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated Compliance, Risk, and Audit team, comprising a Director, Head of Service, and three experienced officers. The team delivers high-quality, strategic work supporting SIG's governance, compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will contribute to maintaining a safe, transparent, and inclusive environment, supporting staff, residents, and participants, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and legislation.

• Review reported safeguarding alerts and work with teams to implement remedial actions
• Conduct service visits, safety reviews, and provide guidance during engagements
• Manage data, analyze trends, and produce clear reports
• Support complaints processes and ensure adherence to policies
• Investigate whistleblowing concerns, assist the audit team, and protect whistleblowers

About You

• Experience in complaints, incident handling, safeguarding, data protection, and audits
• Knowledge of governance systems, risk management, investigations, and report writing
• Experience managing quality standards and health and safety procedures
• Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office, with the ability to learn new software
• Ability to write clear, readable reports
• Capability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of stigma and marginalization issues
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation relevant to care and support settings

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What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service
• Training, development, and progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support
• Blue Light Discount Card eligibility
• Life Assurance, cycle-to-work scheme, annual staff awards
• Opportunity to work in an organization committed to high standards of care and support

Our Commitment

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience. Our team of ambassadors actively promotes inclusivity.

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

SIG provides support and care across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent, working within regulatory frameworks to make a positive impact. Learn more through our Theory of Change video and website.

Additional Information

Applications may close early due to ongoing screening. We conduct enhanced DBS checks; some roles may require additional vetting. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Note: We cannot sponsor visas; applicants must have the right to work in the UK.