Regional Risk & Compliance Manager

OneSchool Global; Coventry; Híbrido; GBP 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Laptop provided for staff

Free breakfast and lunches

On-site parking

Descripción de la vacante

OneSchool Global UK is seeking an experienced Regional Risk & Compliance Manager to lead second-line monitoring and assurance across the organisation. You will assess controls, conduct audits, monitor regulatory changes, and report on compliance risks while serving as the UK Data Protection Officer (DPO) to ensure strict adherence to UK GDPR and data protection requirements.

You will report to the Regional Director of Governance, Risk & Compliance and collaborate with campuses and support

Formación

• Experience in regulated/compliance-focused environments.
• Experience undertaking audits or assurance activities.
• Strong knowledge of governance, risk management and regulatory compliance.

Responsabilidades

• Lead second-line compliance monitoring and assurance across OneSchool Global UK.
• Conduct independent audits, reviews and compliance assessments.
• Provide assurance on the effectiveness of controls, policies and governance arrangements.
• Monitor regulatory developments and report on compliance risks.
• Act as UK Data Protection Officer (DPO) and advise on UK GDPR.

Conocimientos

Compliance monitoring

Audits & reviews

Regulatory risk management

UK GDPR knowledge

DPO liaison

Stakeholder management

Descripción del empleo

Regional Support Office, Leamington Spa (CV34) | Hybrid Working

Full Time | Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm

Office-based 3 days per week

Regional Support Office relocating to Ashbrook Campus, Coventry (CV7) in 2027

At OneSchool Global UK, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of governance, compliance and accountability across our network of schools and support functions. We are now looking for an experienced Regional Risk & Compliance Manager to join our Governance, Risk & Compliance team and play a key role in ensuring the organisation remains aligned with legal, regulatory and internal compliance requirements.

About The Role

Reporting to the Regional Director of Governance, Risk & Compliance, you will take ownership of the organisation's second-line compliance monitoring and assurance activities, providing independent oversight and challenge across the business. You'll be responsible for assessing the effectiveness of controls, conducting audits and reviews, monitoring regulatory developments, and ensuring compliance risks are appropriately identified, managed and reported.

You will also act as the organisation's Data Protection Officer (DPO), providing expert guidance on UK GDPR and data protection matters while supporting a strong culture of compliance and accountability across OneSchool Global UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead compliance monitoring and assurance activities across the organisation.
• Conduct independent second-line audits, reviews and compliance assessments.
• Provide assurance on the effectiveness of controls, policies and governance arrangements.
• Monitor and assess emerging regulatory and legislative developments through horizon scanning.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of the compliance management framework.
• Identify, assess and report on compliance risks, trends and emerging issues.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for senior leaders, committees and boards.
• Act as the UK Data Protection Officer, overseeing compliance with UK GDPR and data protection legislation.
• Provide practical compliance advice and guidance to campuses and support functions.
• Track and monitor actions arising from audits, reviews and regulatory findings.

About You

We're looking for someone who can balance attention to detail with a pragmatic and collaborative approach. You'll be confident operating independently, building relationships with stakeholders, and translating complex regulatory requirements into practical actions.

You will ideally have:

• Experience working within a regulated or compliance-focused environment.
• Experience undertaking audits, compliance reviews or assurance activities.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, governance and risk management principles.
• Experience producing reports for senior leaders, committees or boards.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection requirements.
• A recognised data protection qualification (or equivalent experience).

Why you’ll love working with us

At OneSchool Global, we’re committed to helping our educators grow, succeed, and reach their full potential. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:

• A competitive salary, staff laptop, free breakfast and lunches and on-site free parking
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• Workplace pension and Staff referral scheme for OSG UK colleagues.
• Collaborate with fellow OSG educators across the UK and around the world.
• High-quality, technology-empowered working environments.
• Strong career advancement opportunities.

About OSG

OneSchool Global is one of the world’s largest, truly global schools, with over 8000 students, 120+ campuses and 2000 staff operating across 20 countries. Our innovative approach to education emphasises self-directed learning, where students take initiative and responsibility for their learning journey. In the UK, we have 23 campuses spanning across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Our safeguarding statement

OneSchool Global UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The postholder is responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils in accordance with the school's safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including the appropriate criminal records and barred list checks, online searches, references, and verification of identity, right to work, qualifications, and employment history, in line with relevant UK safeguarding legislation and guidance. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders legislation and applicants are required to disclose any convictions or cautions that are not protected under the applicable filtering rules. Any criminal record information disclosed will be considered fairly and in accordance with relevant legislation.

OneSchool Global UK is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all suitably qualified candidates and fostering a culture where safeguarding is embedded at every level. All staff receive regular safeguarding training, and our policies reflect current UK legislation and statutory guidance.