We are seeking a mid-level Oversight & Governance Officer to support the delivery of governance, risk, and compliance activities across the business. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and third-party risk management, who is ready to take on broader responsibilities across areas such as ethics, anti-money laundering (AML), and competition law.
You will work closely with senior governance leaders and cross-functional teams to help maintain high standards of integrity, transparency, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Governance & Company Secretarial Support
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Assist the Company Secretary in implementing and maintaining effective governance frameworks.
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Help ensure compliance with company law and corporate governance best practices.
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Maintain accurate statutory records and ensure timely filings with Companies House and other regulators.
Third-Party Risk Oversight
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Support the business in managing third-party and outsourcing risk by ensuring due diligence and risk assessments are conducted according to policy.
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Maintain documentation and records of supplier onboarding and risk evaluation processes.
Ethics & Compliance Monitoring
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Act as a local liaison for whistleblowing matters, coordinating with the central Whistleblowing Office and supporting internal investigations.
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Help monitor fraud prevention controls, identifying areas for improvement or enhancement.
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Manage and maintain registers for conflicts of interest, gifts and hospitality, donations, and sponsorships in accordance with internal policies and the UK Bribery Act.
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance
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Support the MLRO in the oversight of AML and counter-terrorism financing activities.
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Provide guidance on AML compliance and help ensure staff receive appropriate training.
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Review and help investigate suspicious activity reports (SARs), providing summaries for internal assurance and governance reporting.
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Monitor AML key risk indicators (KRIs) and contribute to risk reporting to senior stakeholders.
Competition and Anti-Trust Compliance
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Support the business in understanding and complying with competition and anti-trust obligations.
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Contribute to the implementation of internal policies and procedures designed to prevent anti-competitive behaviour.
Skills & Experience Required
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Previous experience in governance, risk, compliance, or a related role, ideally within a regulated or corporate environment.
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Solid knowledge of UK corporate governance principles, AML regulations, and compliance frameworks.
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Good understanding of third-party risk management and ethical business practices.
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Excellent organisational and documentation skills with strong attention to detail.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with stakeholders at all levels.
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Experience managing confidential and sensitive issues with professionalism and discretion.
Qualifications
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Degree in Law, Business, Risk Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
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Professional qualifications (e.g. ICSA, ICA, or AML certifications) are advantageous but not essential