Ethics and Compliance Analyst

AALTO; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonus

Generous Annual Leave

Private Healthcare

Pension Contributions

Income Protection & Life Assurance

Electric Vehicle & Car Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Discounts

Job summary

AALTO in Farnborough is seeking an Ethics and Compliance Analyst to support the day-to-day delivery of Ethics, Compliance, Privacy and Corporate Responsibility programmes, turning policies into practical processes and helping colleagues navigate their responsibilities with confidence.

Working closely with Legal, Human Resources, Procurement, Finance, Communications and colleagues across the business, you’ll coordinate key activities, maintain accurate records and help improve the way our

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Compliance, Corporate Governance, Communications, Public Policy, Sustainability, Human Resources, Privacy or equivalent.
• Experience in Compliance, Privacy, Governance, Legal Operations, Risk Management or a related function.
• Excellent organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to keep activities, records and follow-up actions on track.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to make information clear and engaging.
• The ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with close attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Support programme delivery and policies; maintain records, answer enquiries and prepare reports and dashboards.
• Coordinate KYC/KYS screening, review third-party risks, elevate red flags and track mitigation, approvals and renewals.
• Support supplier reviews and onboarding, liaise with Airbus on red flags and implement supply chain screening and monitoring.
• Administer disclosures, check submissions, maintain registers and track mitigation actions and communications.
• Support reporting channels and compliance-related HR investigations; maintain confidential records, track cases and report trends.
• Support privacy requests, assessments, data mapping and incident tracking; manage TrustArc, maintain records and promote awareness.
• IASCA, audits and reviews; gather evidence, identify control gaps, track corrective actions and improve procedures and guidance.
• Coordinate mandatory training, track completion and create campaigns, learning materials and intranet content.
• Coordinate CSR, volunteering, community and sustainability activities; maintain records and prepare updates.
• Coordinate due diligence and approvals, maintain registers, and monitor and report on donations and sponsorships.
• Lead the quarterly Legal and Compliance Newsletter, coordinate content and approvals, and manage the communications calendar.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Discretion

Analytical

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Compliance, Corporate Governance, Communications, Public Policy, Sustainability, Human Resources, Privacy or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

AALTO, a global leader in Stratospace. Based in Farnborough, AALTO is an Airbus subsidiary that manufactures, operates, and delivers services with its solar-powered, stratospheric platform: Zephyr. Zephyr’s persistence enables continuous flight for months at a time. Its current flight-time record of over 67 days in the stratosphere. From above 60,000+ft, or 20km above ground, AALTO can deliver several applications including direct-to-device connectivity and high-resolution Earth observation. AALTO operates in a new operational layer between most of air traffic and low-Earth orbit, Stratospace. This is where high-altitude platforms led by Zephyr deliver services to commercial and government partners. We can help monitor environments, observe borders, track natural disasters and connect unconnected communities. Join us as we create a new domain of aerospace: Stratospace. You’ll be part of a highly-skilled, innovative and passionate group of people – Team AALTO. Together, we can Unlock Stratospace.

About The Role

As Ethics and Compliance Analyst, you will support the day-to-day delivery of our Ethics, Compliance, Privacy and Corporate Responsibility programmes, turning policies into practical processes and helping colleagues navigate their responsibilities with confidence. From third-party due diligence and data protection to community initiatives and engaging communications, your work will connect people, processes and purpose. Working closely with Legal, Human Resources, Procurement, Finance, Communications and colleagues across the business, you’ll coordinate key activities, maintain accurate records and help improve the way our programmes operate.

Responsibilities To Include

• Ethics & Compliance Program Support Support programme delivery and Airbus and AALTO policies; maintain records, answer enquiries and prepare reports and dashboards. Help Finance audit expenses in high-risk jurisdictions and support Kenya sponsorships, per diems and government visit approvals.
• Third-Party Due Diligence (KYC/KYS) Coordinate KYC/KYS screening, review third-party risks, elevate red flags and track mitigation, approvals and renewals.
• Procurement Integrity & Business Conduct Support Support supplier reviews and onboarding, liaise with Airbus on red flags and implement supply chain screening and monitoring.
• Conflict of Interest Management Administer disclosures, check submissions, maintain registers and track mitigation actions and communications.
• Whistleblowing & Speak-Up Program Support reporting channels and compliance-related HR investigations; maintain confidential records, track cases and report trends.
• Privacy & Data Protection Support Support privacy requests, assessments, data mapping and incident tracking; manage TrustArc, maintain records and promote awareness.
• Compliance Assessments & Continuous Improvement Support ICSA, audits and reviews; gather evidence, identify control gaps, track corrective actions and improve procedures and guidance.
• Training & Awareness Coordinate mandatory training, track completion and create campaigns, learning materials and intranet content.
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Coordinate CSR, volunteering, community and sustainability activities; maintain records and prepare updates.
• Donations & Sponsorships Coordinate due diligence and approvals, maintain registers, and monitor and report on donations and sponsorships.
• Internal Communications & Newsletter Management Lead the quarterly Legal and Compliance Newsletter, coordinate content and approvals, and manage the communications calendar.

Skills And Knowledge Required

You’ll bring strong coordination skills, clear communication and the discretion to handle sensitive information. We’re looking for:

• A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Compliance, Corporate Governance, Communications, Public Policy, Sustainability, Human Resources, Privacy or equivalent.
• Experience in Compliance, Privacy, Governance, Legal Operations, Risk Management or a related function.
• Excellent organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to keep activities, records and follow-up actions on track.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to make information clear and engaging.
• The ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with close attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams and SharePoint.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive, market-aligned salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security, and work-life balance:

• Performance Bonus Benefit from our short-term incentive plan, recognising and rewarding individual and company success.
• Generous Annual Leave Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, giving you the time to rest, recharge, and spend time on what matters most.
• Private Healthcare Access private medical insurance, alongside dental and optical cashback schemes, helping you and your family stay healthy.
• Pension Contributions Plan confidently for the future with our competitive personal pension scheme.
• Income Protection & Life Assurance Gain added peace of mind through income protection and life assurance cover, providing support when you need it most.
• Electric Vehicle & Car Scheme Access our salary sacrifice vehicle scheme, offering a cost-effective way to drive the latest cars.
• Employee Assistance Programme Receive confidential professional support whenever you need it through our dedicated employee assistance programme.
• Employee Discounts Enjoy a wide range of discounts and offers through Perkbox, covering everything from shopping and travel to leisure activities and everyday essentials.

This is all part of our commitment to creating an environment where our people can thrive both professionally and personally.

At AALTO, we take pride in building and offering an exceptional work environment that values your well-being and rewards your dedication. We believe in recognising your hard work and commitment, which is why we provide a fantastic bonus scheme that rewards your contributions. Additionally, we understand the importance of financial security and support your future with a competitive pension plan. When you join us, you become part of a workplace that not only encourages your professional growth but also cares about your personal fulfilment and financial stability.

AALTO is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.