Join Our Team as a Compliance Officer (12-Month Maternity Cover) – Saffron Building Society
Are you a detail-driven compliance professional looking for your next challenge? Saffron Building Society is seeking an experienced Compliance Officer to join our team on a 12-month maternity cover contract.
At Saffron, we pride ourselves on a delivering exceptional financial service while maintaining the highest regulatory standards. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring we continue to meet compliance and regulatory requirements, supporting our business in a dynamic and evolving industry.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Supporting the Head of Compliance as appropriate /required in developing and enhancing the second line compliance program.
* Providing challenge and advice to drive forward and further embed the conduct risk framework.
* Supporting and feeding into Compliance planning and strategy in collaboration with the Head of Compliance
* Monitoring and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
* Providing expert advice and guidance on regulatory matters
* Conducting compliance audits and risk assessments
* Supporting the wider team in embedding a strong compliance culture.
* Keeping up to date with regulatory changes and implementing necessary updates
What We’re Looking For:
* Experience in a compliance, risk, or regulatory role (financial services experience preferred)
* Strong knowledge of FCA regulations and industry best practices
* Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
* Ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively.
* A proactive approach with a problem-solving mindset
Why Join Saffron?
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunities for professional development
* A supportive and friendly team environment
* Hybrid working
* 33 days holiday including bank holidays
* Holiday Exchange Scheme (buy or sell holiday days)
* Performance Dependent Annual Bonus
* Company Pension Scheme with 5% Employee and 8.5% Employer contributions (subject to eligibility, T&Cs)
* Life Assurance & Income Protection
* A flexible and supportive working culture including access to mental health first aiders
and lots more…. please get in touch to find out more….
About us:
We all know happiness comes from within. And it’s no different with Money Happiness. It starts right here! At Saffron Building Society we’re ready to build it, inspire it and celebrate it with our members, people and communities.
So, whatever that ‘happy’ is – from picking up the keys, to saving for that big day – we’re here with open arms, curious minds, and the kettle on. Ready to cheer our members on when they’re winning or build them back up when things haven’t gone to plan. And why? Because that’s what families do.
For us, this is much more than a job. We’re here to make things better, roll up our sleeves and think what’s next to rebuild. Our people are the beating heart of Saffron, and it takes each and every one of us to provide the service we’re proud of. So, bring you! Your energy, an abundance of team spirit and your hunger to help. Together we are building happy.
At Saffron, we are committed to building happy; for our communities, members, and each other. We do this through attracting and building a diverse group of talent and encouraging an inclusive environment which fosters a sense of belonging for all. We hire the best people and have a collaborative culture where everybody’s uniqueness is celebrated and respected.
We recognise the strength in having a diverse workforce, adding different perspectives, ideas and values. We are inspired to leave a legacy for our communities and each other.