About the Role
To ensure the business maintains full compliance with UK&I ESG regulatory and corporate requirements, protecting brand reputation and supporting operational excellence. The role drives a culture of compliance through legislation horizon scanning, oversight, and advisory support across environmental, operational, and ethical domains.
What You Will Do
Regulatory Compliance & Advisory
* Monitor and interpret UK legislation and regulatory developments (horizon scanning)
* Translate regulatory requirements into clear business actions and guidance
* Provide compliance advice to cross‑functional teams on legal obligations and risks
* Support implementation of compliance controls and processes
Environmental & Operational Compliance
* Maintain compliance across key environmental frameworks including ESOS, SECR, TCFD, EPR, DRS, and F‑Gas
* Oversee compliance in food and operations including Animal By‑Products (ABP) and restaurant waste and hygiene standards
Ethical & Corporate Governance
* Support franchise compliance and alignment with corporate standards
* Coordinate activities related to Modern Slavery Act compliance and ethical governance requirements
Reporting & Governance
* Coordinate and deliver accurate and timely compliance reporting submissions
* Produce regular compliance dashboards and reports for Leadership Team (LT)
* Support internal and external audit requirements
* Ensure alignment with corporate disclosure and governance standards
Experience
* Degree in Law, Compliance, Environmental Management, or related discipline
* Solid experience in UK regulatory or compliance roles
* Working knowledge of UK environmental and governance frameworks
* Familiarity with ESG reporting standards (e.g., TCFD, SECR, CSRD)
* Experience with packaging data management and EPR submissions preferred
* Understanding of franchise business models and compliance requirements
Skills
* Strong analytical and interpretation skills for regulatory requirements
* Ability to translate complex legislation into practical business actions
* Stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration
* Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple reporting deadlines
* Clear communication and influencing skills
About You
* A genuine team player
* A self‑starter with curiosity, energy and adaptability
* Hungry to learn and thrive in a small, mighty team
* A practical problem‑solver with strong commercial instincts
* Obsessed with high standards, momentum and getting things done
* And of course… a true KFC believer
Benefits
We offer benefits that make your life that little bit easier, because we know the juggle is real.
* Hybrid working from our Woking RSC (just 24 mins from London). This role is remote based but occasional visits to our RSC will be required.
* Up to 11% company pension contributions
* Fri‑Yay finishes at 1pm every Friday
* 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays)
* 5 Live Well Days a year, just for you
* Bonus scheme linked to company & personal performance
* Private healthcare, Digital GP access & mental health coaching
* Enhanced parental leave and flexible return options
* Study support, income protection, life cover & more
* And yes—25% off the chicken
KFC for Everyone
Our promise is this: every person who applies to a role at KFC, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion or sexual orientation, will have an equal opportunity to work here. We don’t just welcome, we encourage applications from underrepresented groups from all industries.
If you’d like any additional support with your application, have a disability or condition that may affect your performance during the recruitment process, or have any other requirements — just let us know. We’ll be there to help you be the real you.
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