Head of Compliance

  • Location
    Leicestershire
  • Contract Type
    Permanent
  • Posted
  • Start Date
    ASAP
  • Salary
    Car allowance, shares, bonus
  • Expiry Date
    2026-01-09

Location: Flexible UK base with hybrid working

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

About the Role

Reporting into the Group Head of Legal, this role will suit a senior lawyer or risk and compliance practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced commercial environment. You’ll enjoy the balance of operational responsibility and strategic influence, bringing fresh ideas and innovative approaches to embedding compliance across the business.

What You’ll Do

✔ Develop and implement a “best in class” compliance roadmap

✔ Advise on AML, sanctions, anti-bribery, data protection, marketing regulations, competition law, and ESG

✔ Act as Group Money Laundering Officer and Data Protection Manager

✔ Deliver training and build compliance culture across all levels

✔ Lead internal reviews, audits, and reporting to Executive and Board Committees

✔ Manage and develop a team of six compliance professionals

About You

  • Experienced compliance leader (legal qualification not essential)
  • Proven ability to manage and develop teams
  • Skilled in strategic oversight and change management
  • Sector background flexible
  • Strong knowledge of AML, sanctions, anti-bribery, data privacy, ESG

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