Compliance, Risk, Audit and Safety Officer

Social Interest Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated Compliance, Risk, and Audit team as a Compliance, Risk, Audit and Safety Officer. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, supporting data protection, and fostering a safe working environment. You will manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while contributing to the organization's strategic objectives. The position offers a hybrid working model and a supportive culture focused on continuous improvement.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Reflective Practice sessions

Blue Light Discount Card eligibility

Life Assurance Scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Annual Staff Awards

Qualifications

• Experience in complaints, incident handling, and audits.
• Knowledge of governance systems and risk management.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Review reported AINMs and safeguarding alerts.
• Conduct service visits focusing on safety and training.
• Manage data and produce clear, high-quality reports.

Skills

Complaint Handling

Data Protection

Risk Management

Report Writing

Health and Safety

IT Proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Compliance, Risk, Audit and Safety Officer

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Job Title: Compliance, Risk, Audit and Safety Officer

Location: Central Office based in Islington with hybrid working and 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. As the fourth officer, you will contribute significantly to our strategic objectives, supporting high standards of governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement across SIG.

You will promote a safe and transparent working environment, supporting staff, residents, and participants, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Your responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety standards, policies, and legislative requirements, and supporting data protection and health frameworks.

Key responsibilities

1. Review reported AINMs and safeguarding alerts, collaborating on remedial actions
2. Conduct service visits and team meetings, focusing on safety and training
3. Manage data and produce clear, high-quality reports
4. Support complaint processes, ensuring policy adherence and timeliness
5. Investigate whistleblowing concerns, supporting appropriate action and protection

About you

• Experience in complaints, incident handling, safeguarding, data protection, and audits
• Knowledge of governance systems, risk management, investigations, and report writing
• Experience in managing quality standards
• Understanding of health and safety procedures
• IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office, and ability to learn new software
• Ability to produce clear reports
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of the impact of stigma and marginalisation on people with complex needs
• Knowledge of current health and safety legislation in care settings

Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.

What we offer

• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service length
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
• Reflective Practice sessions with external therapists
• Blue Light Discount Card eligibility
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Annual Staff Awards
• Opportunity to work in an organisation committed to good care and support
• Mission to empower marginalized individuals through partnerships and innovative solutions

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)

We value diverse backgrounds and experiences and actively promote inclusivity through staff ambassadors. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience, and approach issues with empathy and sensitivity.

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

SIG is a not-for-profit organization providing quality support and care across various settings in London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We aim to make a difference through high standards and regulatory compliance.

Learn more about our work through our Theory of Change video and website: [Links]

Additional Information

This job advert may close early due to ongoing application screening. We recommend applying promptly. An enhanced DBS check is required, and some roles may need further vetting. We do not sponsor visas; applicants must have the right to work in the UK.