Head of Compliance

HOUSE OF COMMONS-3; City Of London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent governmental organization in London is looking for a Head of Compliance to oversee the operation of health and safety and compliance within the Parliamentary Maintenance Services Team. This leadership role involves shaping compliance strategies and fostering a high-performing culture within a critical environment. Candidates should have a strong background in compliance management, excellent strategic skills, and the ability to drive improvements in risk management. This position offers a chance to impact national operations significantly.

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance management within a complex environment.
• Strong strategic and technical expertise in health and safety.
• Ability to foster a high-performing culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Compliance team and oversee health and safety management.
• Shape the compliance strategy and drive innovation.
• Provide evidence-based advice on compliance and risk.

Job description

What you'll be doing

As Head of Compliance for the House of Commons Parliamentary Maintenance Services Team (PMST), you will play a central role in ensuring the safe, resilient and compliant operation of the UK Parliament. Leading the Compliance team and sitting within the Senior Leadership Group, you will oversee health and safety management, statutory compliance, and risk and business continuity planning across a uniquely complex environment. This is a rare opportunity to apply your technical and strategic expertise where it has real national significance.

You will shape the compliance strategy for PMST, champion continuous improvement and drive innovation in how we manage risk, monitor performance and strengthen assurance.

As a leader of a team of up to five specialists, you will foster an inclusive, high-performing culture, ensuring strong professional standards and effective workforce planning. Working closely with colleagues across Parliament. You will provide clear, evidence-based advice on compliance status, statutory obligations and risk.

If you thrive in a dynamic, high-profile environment and are motivated by work that directly supports the safety and continuity of Parliament, this role offers an exceptional platform to make a meaningful impact.

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