Join Ocean Housing as a Procurement and Finance Compliance Officer !
Location: Stennack House, St Austell
Hours: 37 per week (Mon-Fri)
Salary: £26,910 per annum
Contract: Permanent
We’re looking for a meticulous, proactive and values‑driven Procurement and Finance Compliance Officer to join our Procurement team. This is a key role supporting the Strategic Procurement Manager and Head of Finance to ensure procurement, contract management and financial controls across the Group are effective, compliant and deliver excellent value for money.
If you enjoy working with data, systems and processes, have a strong eye for detail, and want to make a meaningful difference in a social housing organisation — this could be the role for you.
🧭 Your Role:
In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll:
* Monitor procurement and contract management activity across Ocean, ensuring compliance with internal policies, financial regulations and procurement legislation
* Analyse supplier spend, performance and compliance data to identify risks, trends and opportunities for improvement and value for money
* Administer and continuously develop Ocean's procurement management platform, core procurement registers and supplier onboarding processes
* Support financial administration, including raising purchase orders, processing invoices and maintaining accurate records
* Coordinate the Ocean's insurance arrangements, including managing claims and working with external brokers
* Prepare and support management reporting, KPIs, statutory returns, notices and procurement publications
* Maintain robust data management practices in line with GDPR and internal policies
* Promote a culture of equality, diversity, inclusion, health & safety and good governance across the organisation
You’ll also play a key role in identifying non‑compliance or systemic issues and escalating them appropriately, helping to strengthen controls and improve services.
🎯 What You’ll Bring:
You’ll be someone who is organised, collaborative and confident working with systems and data. You take pride in accuracy, enjoy problem‑solving, and are motivated by delivering high‑quality support and continuous improvement.
Essential:
* A Level (or equivalent Level 3 qualification)
* Strong administrative experience, including accurate data entry and written correspondence
* Experience using IT systems and databases, including MS Word and Excel
* Excellent organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail
* Experience providing great customer service and building positive working relationships
* Understanding of GDPR and health & safety responsibilities relevant to your role
* Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks and work independently when required
Desirable:
* Knowledge of or experience within the social housing sector
* Knowledge of procurement or contract management in a public sector environment
* CIPS Level 3 (or equivalent) or working towards a relevant professional qualification
* Evidence of ongoing CPD and a commitment to learning
🌟 What are our benefits?
We offer a supportive, flexible, and forward-thinking work environment with fantastic benefits:
* 27 days holiday + bank holidays
* Professional membership fees paid
* Company sick pay scheme
* Workplace pension with death in service benefit
* Home office work payment
* Medicash health plan (including dental & optical)
* Cycle to work scheme
* Rewards & recognition programme
* On-site parking
* Employee assistance programme
* Family-friendly policies
📅 Key Dates:
* Closing Date: Monday 25th of May at Midnight
* Interview Date: Tuesday 2nd of June 2026 (Face to face at Stennack House, St Austell)
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications—so apply soon!