Compliance Manager – Young’s Pubs
Hybrid – Head Office and field-based role across Young’s estate of 280 pubs
About Us
Young’s pubs and rooms are at the heart of our local
communities, with more than 280 pubs predominantly within London and the South
of England. Each individual and differentiated in style and offering, from
traditional pubs steeped in history to secret underground cocktail bars, the
character and individuality of each of our businesses is what makes Young’s
unique.
The Role
This is a new role at Young’s which will support management
in ensuring legal and regulatory compliance (from Health and Safety to
Sustainability). We are looking for an exceptional candidate, who will get
under the skin of our unique culture and values. You should be an expert in all
things Health and Safety when it comes to pub and kitchen
operations, driving best practice, and ensuring our pubs meet and exceed
regulations. You’ll work closely with our environmental consultants Food Alert
to shape our health and safety agenda. Coupled with that you will be the
front facing person who supports our pub managers, operations teams, and senior
leadership team to make sure our people and pubs are safe, compliant, and
committed to our sustainability goals. From energy efficiency to allergen
awareness, you’ll be at the heart of our operational integrity.
The role is widespread and covers many areas of the
business, so an ability to influence across departments is a must.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure
compliance with all relevant legislation, including food safety, fire
safety, and occupational health.
* Work
closely with our executive team to ensure they are up to date on all areas
of the role.
* Manage
relationships with external partners and advisors.
* Assist
the company secretariat with the management of insurance claims and the
reporting of compliance matters to the board and to shareholders in the
annual report.
* Conduct
regular audits and site visits to assess compliance and provide hands-on
guidance.
* Work
with Food Alert to develop and deliver training, support on EHO visits and
upskill teams in safety practices.
* Manage
our Health and Safety System, Alert65 (from Food Alert) and ensure all
information and risk assessments are relevant and up to date
* Review
existing company procedures and recommend improvements or additions to
senior management.
* Act
as the go-to expert for regulatory updates and industry best practice.
* Shape
the long-term strategy and implement sustainability initiatives across the
estate
* Commercially
assess ESG actions and the long-term strategy to fit with the wider
business
About You:
* Proven
experience in a compliance or health & safety role within a
hospitality, multi-site environment.
* Ability
to build strong relationships and influence senior management and pub
management teams
* NEBOSH,
IOSH, or equivalent qualification.
* Knowledge
of sustainability frameworks and environmental legislation.
* Strong
communication skills – able to engage and influence.
* Highly
organised, efficient, with excellent attention to detail.
* A
hands-on, proactive approach, with drive to make a real impact.
What We Offer:
* Competitive
salary + performance bonus.
* Company
car
* 26
days annual leave
* 20%
discount in all Young’s pubs & 30% discount for stays in Young’s rooms
* Enhanced
pension contributions
* Sharesave Scheme
* BUPA
health insurance
* Development
and apprenticeships