Compliance Specialist

NFP People Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated housing provider is seeking a Compliance Specialist to manage property compliance and ensure safety for residents. The role includes conducting risk assessments and overseeing contractor performance within a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and experience in property management.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Up-to-date knowledge of health and safety legislation, including Building Safety Act 2022.
• Experience in property management or building maintenance at a senior level.
• Proven contractor management and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a full compliance programme across gas, fire, electrical, water, asbestos.
• Oversee risk assessments, safety inspections and works orders.
• Manage contractor performance and KPIs.

Skills

Health and safety legislation knowledge

Contractor management

Data analysis and reporting

Strong communication skills

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate or CIH Level 3

Job description

Compliance Specialist

We are seeking a skilled Compliance Specialist to ensure safe, compliant and well‑managed housing services for residents.

Position: Compliance Specialist
Salary: £51,000 per year
Location: Hammersmith West London/Hybrid, with mandatory office day on Tuesdays
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 23 November
Interview Date: Thursday 12 December

About the Role

This is a crucial position within a small, dedicated property and estates team. The Compliance Specialist will oversee all areas of property compliance across a varied housing portfolio, ensuring residents live in safe and well‑maintained homes.

You will lead on risk assessments, inspections, contractor performance, reporting and statutory compliance. The role requires strong organisation, attention to detail and the confidence to work with internal stakeholders, residents and external contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering a full compliance programme across gas, fire, electrical, water, asbestos, lifts and damp and mould
• Overseeing risk assessments, safety inspections and works orders
• Managing contractor performance, KPIs and invoice authorisation within agreed budgets
• Maintaining accurate compliance records across internal systems
• Producing reports for senior staff and board meetings
• Supporting safe systems for new developments, high‑rise properties and voids
• Engaging with residents to provide reassurance and information
• Responding to complaints in line with policy

About You

You are an experienced property, compliance or building safety professional who is confident managing a fast‑paced workload and safety‑critical processes.

Essential skills and experience

• Up‑to‑date knowledge of health and safety legislation, including Building Safety Act 2022
• Experience in property management, construction or building maintenance at a senior level
• NEBOSH General Certificate or CIH Level 3, or working towards these with clear timescales
• Proven contractor management and project delivery
• Ability to analyse data, maintain accurate records, and produce clear reports
• Strong communication skills when dealing with residents, contractors and colleagues
• Full willingness to work on site, from the office and remotely as required

About the Organisation

You will be part of a values‑led housing provider with a long‑established social purpose, delivering safe, good quality and affordable homes for single women. The organisation is growing, with more than 160 new homes completing in West London and the first high‑rise building coming into management in 2026. Staff work collaboratively, with shared office days on Tuesdays to support teamwork and communication.

The team is proud of its inclusive, equitable and resident‑focused culture. Staff benefits include hybrid working, flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, birthday leave, pension scheme and health and wellbeing support.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Health and Safety Officer, Building Safety Lead, Compliance Manager, Property Compliance Officer, Asset Compliance Specialist, Housing Health and Safety Advisor.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.