Our client is a well-known not-for-profit organisation.
This is a newly created role and will suit an ambitious and knowledgeable compliance professional.
With over 500 employees, this is a large employer with a requirement for someone able to manage the senior management relationships and work with departments to improve processes.
Role: Regulatory compliance & governance Ensure compliance with the Charities Regulator and other regulator companies Monitor changes in legislation, regulations, and best practice guidelines affecting the charity sector.
Lead on the implementation and monitoring of the Charities Governance Code and other relevant frameworks.
Ensure appropriate risk management processes are in place and integrated into decision-making.
Policy development & implementation Develop, review, and update policies related to governance, Provide guidance and training to management team and others on compliance-related topics such as Data Protection & GDPR Compliance Act as the organisations Data Protection Officer (DPO) to ensure GDPR compliance.
Implement policies and procedures to safeguard personal data and respond to data breaches.
Conduct periodic data protection impact assessments and training for staff.
Risk Management & Internal Audits: Develop and implement a compliance risk assessment framework.
Conduct internal audits and spot checks to ensure adherence to policies and regulations.
Report risks and compliance issues to senior management and the board, with recommendations for corrective action.
Requirements: Professional qualification 3 years+ experience in a governance, risk or compliance role Knowledgable of Charity law, governance and GDPR Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management Genuine interest in charity and giving back to society Skills: Compliance risk Audit gdpr