Training Performance & Compliance Lead

Thatcham Research; Thatcham; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge automotive research organization in Thatcham seeks a Training Performance & Compliance Lead to oversee training quality and compliance. You will lead a team, manage course scheduling, and drive performance reporting, ensuring standards are met in a dynamic industry. This role offers a salary of £49,800 plus excellent benefits, including a 10% pension and health plans.

Benefits

10% non-contributory pension

29 days holiday + public holidays

Group Life Assurance

Salary Sacrifice schemes

Health Cash Plan

Discounted gym membership

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in complex operational planning and performance analysis.
• Experience managing a small team or desire to do so.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive mindset for data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Oversee course scheduling to support £2m+ in annual revenue.
• Lead monthly performance reporting.
• Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance.
• Facilitate internal process reviews.
• Enhance academy systems to improve learner experience.

Skills

Complex operational planning

Managing a small team

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Data-driven decision-making

Education

Experience in Education or Training setting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Training Performance & Compliance Lead | Circa £49,800+ excellent benefits | Permanent | Hybrid

This role offers variety, challenge, and the chance to contribute to a purpose-driven organisation in a dynamic and evolving industry. You’ll be part of a small, supportive team that values knowledge-sharing and collaboration.

What you'll be doing

Joining our Repair Sector Services team, you’ll be at the heart of academy quality & compliance - leading a team of 6 and ensuring our training delivery meets both commercial and quality benchmarks. You’ll:

• Oversee course scheduling to support £2m+ in annual revenue.
• Lead monthly performance reporting, enabling senior leaders to forecast and budget effectively.
• Conduct internal audits and support external inspections to ensure compliance.
• Facilitate internal process reviews and drive continuous improvement.
• Enhance academy systems and processes to improve learner experience and operational efficiency.
• Manage learner progress data and ensure accurate reporting across platforms.

Skills & experience that will set you up for success in this role:

• Proven experience in complex operational planning and performance analysis.
• Experience managing a small team or desire to do so.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and the ability to learn new systems.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive mindset for data-driven decision-making and process improvement.
• Previous experience in an Education or Training setting would be an advantage, but not essential.

About Us

At the cutting edge of automotive research in the UK, Thatcham Research has a unique role in shaping the design of new vehicles and influencing ever higher standards of safety, security and repair.

Our Values

We believe a strong set of Values are key to our organisational success and a sense of belonging for all colleagues. Our Values are Fearless, Inquisitive, Resourceful, Supportive and Trusted.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace which values diversity and embraces each individual's authentic self.

What we offer

• Circa £49,800 negotiable dependent on skills & experience.
• 10% non-contributory pension
• 29 days holiday + public holidays
• Group Life Assurance (equal to 4 x basic salary)
• Group Income Protection (after 6 months’ service)
• Salary Sacrifice schemes
• Moneyhealth’s Financial Coaching & Wellbeing Platform
• Health Cash Plan
• Benenden Health Care (opt-in benefit)
• Reward & Recognition Programme
• Discounted gym membership
• Sports & Social club
• Payroll charitable giving
• Subsidised on-site restaurant
• Free on-site parking

How to apply

We’re proud to manage our recruitment in-house and believe this direct approach enables us to give you the best possible Employee Experience.

What can you expect from our recruitment process?

• Regular updates on the progress / outcome of your application
• An initial telephone screening call with our Recruitment Business Partner
• First interview with the hiring manager, usually via Teams
• Second/Final interview, in-person at our office
• Personalised feedback following your interview
• An opportunity to give us your honest feedback in a short survey

EEO statement

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Right to Work in the UK

All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.