Quality And Compliance Officer

UK Management College Ltd; Ringway; Sur place; GBP 32 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working环境

Career progression opportunities

Free onsite parking

Résumé du poste

UK Management College is seeking a Quality and Compliance Officer to support compliance, governance and risk management across the organisation. You will maintain oversight of compliance systems, support regulatory submissions, and help drive audits and continuous improvement.

Working across departments, you will embed compliant practices, service committees, and reporting while maintaining, developing, and improving documentation and processes.

Qualifications

• Degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of compliance, risk management, and governance principles.
• Knowledge of project management approaches (PRINCE2, Agile, or similar).
• Experience working collaboratively within a team or matrix environment.
• Experience managing administrative or reporting processes with strong attention to detail.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and present complex information clearly.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and solution-focused approach.

Responsabilités

• Develop, implement, and monitor compliance frameworks and policies.
• Maintain records and evidence of regulatory compliance.
• Assist with regulatory submissions (including OfS) and deadlines.
• Support internal audits, reviews, and risk assessments.

Connaissances

Compliance

Risk management

Governance

Project management

PRINCE2

Agile

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Outils

SharePoint

Power BI

Description du poste

Quality and Compliance Officer

Position Details

• Department: Quality and Compliance
• Location: Openshaw
• Position Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Working Pattern: Standard business hours with flexibility as required
• Reports To: Compliance Manager

About UK Management College

UK Management College is committed to delivering high-quality, compliant, and robust systems across all areas of operation. We work collaboratively across departments to ensure regulatory standards are met while promoting a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and best practice.

The Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality and Compliance Officer to support the effective delivery of compliance, governance, and risk management activities across the organisation.

The role involves maintaining oversight of compliance systems and reporting, supporting adherence to statutory and regulatory frameworks (including OfS requirements where applicable), and contributing to audit, risk management, and business continuity processes.

You will work collaboratively across teams to embed compliance practices and ensure organisational standards are maintained and continuously improved.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance and Risk Coordination

• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of compliance frameworks and policies
• Maintain accurate records and evidence to demonstrate compliance with regulatory and organisational requirements
• Support regulatory submissions (including OfS where applicable), ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines
• Assist with internal audits, reviews, and risk assessments to identify gaps and improvements

Governance

• Support governance structures, including servicing committees and meetings
• Manage systems (e.g. SharePoint) for storing, tracking, and reporting compliance documentation
• Produce clear and concise reports highlighting key findings, risks, and operational themes

Project and Systems Support

• Apply project management approaches to support compliance-related initiatives
• Assist with system improvements, process mapping, and workflow efficiencies
• Support the integration of compliance practices across departments

Collaboration and Communication

• Work collaboratively with academic and professional services teams to promote a culture of compliance
• Communicate complex regulatory information clearly to non-specialist audiences
• Support delivery of projects and ensure deadlines are met
• Represent the department at internal and external meetings when required
• Work respectfully and inclusively with a diverse range of colleagues

Professional Development and Continuous Improvement

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory frameworks and developments in compliance and risk management
• Contribute to improving compliance tools, processes, and reporting methods
• Provide support to other departments on quality and compliance matters when required

About You

Essential

• Degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent relevant experience
• Strong understanding of compliance, risk management, and governance principles
• Knowledge of project management approaches (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, or similar)
• Experience working collaboratively within a team or matrix environment
• Experience managing administrative or reporting processes with strong attention to detail
• Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to interpret and present complex information clearly
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive and solution-focused approach

Desirable

• Qualification or training in compliance, risk management, or project management
• Familiarity with UK higher education regulatory frameworks (e.g. OfS)
• Experience in a regulated or higher education environment
• Experience supporting audits or compliance activities
• Experience using systems such as SharePoint, Power BI, or similar tools
• Ability to support workshops, briefings, or training sessions
• Continuous improvement mindset with strong stakeholder engagement skills

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Career progression opportunities
• Free onsite parking