About Us:
Our client's Community Interest Company is a progressive and socially responsible organisation dedicated to carrying out activities which benefit the community and, in particular, raising money for good causes throughout Great Britain. As a Community Interest Company (CIC), through the Society Lottery they are committed to making a positive impact on society while ensuring financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, rigour and good governance.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Compliance Manager to ensure regulatory adherence and excellent standards within our CIC society lottery operations. The Compliance Manager will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of our lottery activities and upholding legal, regulatory and governance requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in compliance management, preferably within the not-for-profit, gaming or lottery sectors.
Responsibilities:
Regulatory Compliance:
* Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards governing society lotteries.
* Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and assess their impact on our society lottery operations.
* Working alongside the external lottery manager to implement compliance measures to mitigate risks and maintain adherence to regulatory standards.
Licensing:
* Manage the application and renewal process for any necessary licence variations required for society lottery operations.
* Give oversight to ensure compliance with licensing requirements and deadlines, liaising with regulatory authorities as necessary.
Internal Policies and Procedures:
* Work alongside the external lottery manager to review and maintain policies, procedures and compliance with regulatory requirements, ethical standards, and best practices.
* Conduct reviews and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of compliance controls and identify any areas for improvement.
Training and Education:
* Provide compliance training and education to staff members, ensuring awareness of regulatory obligations and ethical principles.
* Develop training materials and resources to support ongoing compliance education and awareness efforts.
Reporting and Documentation:
* Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation related to compliance activities, including regulatory filings, audit findings, and incident reports.
* Coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate information disclosure and regulatory reporting.
Risk Management:
* Identify and assess compliance risks associated with lottery operations, including working closely with the external lottery manager’s compliance team to maintain and improve effectiveness of compliance environment.
Stakeholder Engagement:
* Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, auditors, and other external stakeholders on compliance-related matters.
* Build and maintain positive relationships with regulatory authorities and other external stakeholders.
* Work closely with the CEO, finance director, and external lottery manager on all compliance related matters, including supporting the grant giving process and activities as appropriate.
Qualifications:
Relevant qualifications in compliance management.
* Proven experience in a compliance management role, preferably within the not-for profit, gaming or lottery sectors, or another regulated industry.
* Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, compliance frameworks, and ethical standards applicable to society lotteries.
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with all stakeholders.
* Attention to detail and a commitment to upholding high standards of integrity and ethical conduct.
* Commitment to the mission and values of the CIC, making a difference to society in Great Britain.
Join us in our mission to create positive social change. If you are passionate about using your professional expertise to make a difference in a values driven employment, we encourage you to apply for the position of Compliance Manager for our new Community Interest Company and Society Lottery.
This is a remote part time role with occasional office working from London, we anticipate this to be a minimum of 1 day per month in the office. It will initially be 4 day a week with the possibility of reducing to 3 days a week in the future. The salary range is shown as the full time equivalent.