Compliance Manager
| Posting date: | 02 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £45,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 May 2026 |
| Location: | G78 1FA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Staffline |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 108150-36959 |
Summary
Temporary Compliance Manager (3-Month Contract)
Barrhead, East Renfrewshire (Hybrid - 3 days in office)
£43,000-£45,000 (pro rata)
We are seeking an experienced Compliance professional to join us on a temporary 3-month contract to lead and review our public sector client's Compliance Team. This role will combine hands-on team management with a full review of processes, controls, and procedures to drive improvements and strengthen compliance assurance.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage and support a small Compliance team (3-4 staff), overseeing day-to-day operations
• Review end-to-end departmental processes and recommend improvements
• Ensure all procedures are clearly documented and up to date
• Identify compliance risks and implement corrective action plans
• Provide guidance and assurance around controls and procedures
• Oversee audit actions and reconciliations, delivering monthly RAG status updates
• Develop and manage compliance checking frameworks and sampling regimes
• Produce management reports on compliance performance, accuracy, and error rates
• Sign off Council Tax Direct Debit submissions
• Conduct targeted sample checks in key risk areas
• Implement and maintain a Compliance Planner
• Develop and deliver training and refresher programmes
• Deputise for the Financial Operations Manager as required
About You:
• Proven experience in a Compliance role, ideally within public sector or similar environments
• Strong knowledge of areas such as Accounts Payable, Housing Benefit, Council Tax, or Scottish Welfare Fund
• Experience managing teams and improving operational processes
• Ability to identify risks and implement effective solutions
• Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills
This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact within a short-term assignment, helping to strengthen compliance frameworks and support service delivery.
Apply now to be considered ruth.coulter@brightwork.co.uk or call 07779 858 438
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