Compliance Manager Salary: £47,198 - £49,634 per annum (plus car allowance & excellent benefits) Location: Walsall, West Midlands (hybrid working, but presence in the office and on site required to meet business need) Contract: Full Time, Permanent, 37 hours per week Closing Date: 14th March 2025 Interview Date: 26th March 2025 Overview of role: We’re looking for a Compliance Manager to join our new Building Compliance Team to oversee our gas, electric, asbestos and water hygiene functions. You’ll carry out regular audits and spot checks of these work streams to ensure we are compliant with legislation and keeping our customers safe. You’ll also be directly responsible for the Compliance Planning and Admin function, ensuring our servicing programmes and reactive appointments run efficiently and in line with SLAs. This role will also be responsible for managing a range of contractors in relation to building compliance, including our commercial gas and heat network contracts. We're looking for someone who has: A Diploma level qualification, or demonstrable experience and understanding of construction contracts, in particular JCT and the role of Contract Administrator and Contractor Knowledge of gas and electrical testing and inspection, and knowledge of gas and electrical installation and repairs. Experience working within a building compliance function within social housing, with a good understanding of building compliance legislation. Experience of working within or strong knowledge of planning and scheduling, including an understanding of planning and scheduling software. Experience of leading and managing a team, including experience of driving performance through people and effective workforce planning Experience of analysing large volumes of data and identifying trends to make ‘data driven decisions’. Knowledge and understanding of auditing processes. Strong commercial acumen, with experience of contract management. The ability to lead people through change and identify and embed continuous improvement. An interest in building compliance and compliance legislation with a strong desire to provide safe homes to our customers. What’s in it for you? Working at whg means being part of a team that values flexibility, professional development, and a positive workplace culture. We offer: A competitive salary 27 days of annual leave (plus Christmas shut down) Access to an annual leave purchase scheme Participation in the defined benefit Local Government Pension Scheme or a choice of another great pension scheme A health cash plan to enhance your wellbeing and claim back costs of prescriptions, eye care, dental and complementary therapies A range of shopping and leisure discounts Structured learning and development opportunities Automatic membership of Colleague Voice A friendly workplace environment and commitment to work-life-balance About us At whg, we are dedicated to providing affordable homes across the Midlands and creating sustainable communities. We believe everyone has the right to a safe and secure home, which is the foundation for a successful life. Our values— Trustworthy, Respectful, Accountable, Collaborative and Excellent — guide our work and our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We have been recognised as a top employer in the prestigious Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. The awards celebrate the top employers in the UK who are leading the way in employee pride, job satisfaction and wellbeing, as well as reward and recognition. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, committed to providing opportunities and support for all applicants, including those with disabilities. Interested in joining our team? Visit our website at www.whg.uk.com to learn more and apply.