Head of Compliance Transformation

Job title: Head of Compliance Transformation

Location: London (flexible), working from home with expected travel

Contract: Full time, permanent

Salary: £50k-£60k plus bonus

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Compliance Transformation to support the continued success of Reed. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for designing and delivering a forward-looking audit and compliance programme that drives operational efficiency while ensuring adherence to all legislative, regulatory and contractual requirements.

You will play a key role in shaping the future of compliance across the business by embedding smarter, more automated and data-driven approaches. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will work in close partnership with senior stakeholders across Reed to build practical, proportionate solutions that enable confident and compliant business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a multi-year compliance transformation strategy focused on automation, efficiency and centralisation
• Lead a prioritised audit and compliance programme with clear scope, timelines and outcomes
• Partner with senior stakeholders to embed compliance into business operations

• Deliver end-to-end audit and compliance projects across processes, systems and controls
• Use data and insight to identify risks and drive targeted, evidence-based decisions
• Lead, coach and deploy a high-performing audit and compliance team
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing pragmatic solutions to compliance risks

• Plan and oversee all external audits (ISO, FWA, GLA, NHS Frameworks, HMRC, etc.)
• Maintain compliance with UK and international regulatory requirements
• Oversee complex cases including safeguarding, investigations and complaints
• Report key risks and incidents to senior governance forums (ARC, ORG)

• Build strong internal and external relationships, including regulators and partners
• Track regulatory changes and translate them into actionable business improvements
• Drive continuous improvement of compliance processes, tools and systems
• Ensure the function operates efficiently and remains cost effective

Required Skills & Qualifications:

We are looking for a commercially aware and influential leader with a strong track record in compliance transformation and audit delivery.

• Proven experience delivering large-scale transformation projects to scope, time, and quality
• Strong senior stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Experience leading audit and compliance functions within a complex organisation
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement in controls, compliance capability, and assurance outcomes
• Excellent leadership skills with a focus on team development and performance
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to use data to inform decision-making

What you can expect:

• Competitive salary with bonus and access to extensive rewards & benefits
• Access to industry-leading training and career development opportunities.
• Personal development funding and discount with Reed Courses.
• Access to Reed Reward Hub with access to wellbeing resources, gym discounts, savings with online shopping and cashback.
• Health cash plan giving you cashback on everyday healthcare expenses plus much more!

Simply submit an application to express your interest! If successful, Talent Acquisition will get in contact to arrange a telephone interview. Following this we will either arrange a video interview or register your interest for a face to face interview.

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