Compliance Manager

Construction Skills Certification Scheme Limited (CSCS) is dedicated to ensuring that the construction workforce is skilled, safe, and qualified. We are looking for a diligent and experienced Compliance Manager to join our team and ensure our licensees meet all compliance standards related to construction training, qualifications, and competence.

Reports To: Director of Communications

Direct Reports: Nil

Indirect Reports: External Auditor

Working Relationships (Internal): Group Chief Executive, Executive Director of Operations, Fraud Prevention Manager

Working Relationships (External): Chairman & Board of Directors Consultants, Card Scheme Managers, Senior Industry Representatives, Service Providers, Awarding Organisations/Professional Bodies, Standard Setting Bodies and Sector Representative Organisations

Based: Hybrid Working/ 2 days a week in London Office or at CSCS Alliance sites across the UK

Job Purpose

The Compliance Manager for CSCS is responsible for overseeing and managing the compliance of licensees in the use and application of the CSCS brand. This role ensures that all construction training, qualifications, and competence standards are met and maintained, safeguarding the integrity and reputation of the Construction Skills Certification Scheme, aligned to the requirements of the Construction Leadership Council (CLC). The Compliance Manager will inform and implement policies, conduct audits, oversee self-assessment audits, analyse audit information and prepare reports, provide advice and guidance and provide training to ensure adherence to industry regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage compliance for all CSCS licensees to meet their licence requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify and mitigate compliance risks.
• Provide guidance and training to CSCS card schemes on compliance-related matters.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, awarding organisations, professional institutions and industry stakeholders to stay updated on compliance requirements.
• Liaise with CLC Working Group Two Super Sectors to understand and interpret emerging sector competence requirements
• Prepare and present compliance reports to senior management and the Audit & Risk committee.

Skills and Experience Required

• Strong knowledge and experience of industry regulations and compliance and auditing standards related to construction skills, qualifications, and competence.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and mitigate risks.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships across teams and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and leadership abilities, with experience managing and auditing a licence or partnership arrangement.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and audit or compliance management software.

Personal Attributes

• High level of integrity and ethical standards.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification in quality assurance, compliance or risk management is preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of direct or related experience in compliance management, preferably within the construction sector.

Company benefits

• Discretionary bonus up to 10% of salary
• Employer pension contribution up to 10%
• Twenty-five days leave, rising to 30 days after five years of service
• Private healthcare
• Critical Illness cover
• Life Assurance cover

How to apply

Send a CV and supporting statement to communications@cscs.co.uk by the closing date of October 14th 2024.