Compliance Manager - #147729

Who We Are

Cardo Group is a social housing property maintenance company.

Our multi-company group specializes in maintenance, compliance, and retrofit services with a growing national footprint. With ambitious plans for further national expansion, we are committed to making a lasting impact in the industry.

We are currently looking for a Compliance Manager to join our team.

Overall Purpose of the role

The Compliance Manager will oversee all statutory and regulatory compliance within the social housing portfolio, ensuring that properties and services meet health and safety standards, legal requirements, and industry best practices. This includes managing compliance across areas such as gas safety, electrical safety, fire safety, asbestos, water hygiene, and lift maintenance.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of compliance policies and procedures across the housing stock.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, including Health & Safety at Work Act, Building Safety Act, Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), and all relevant sector-specific regulations.
• Oversee regular audits and inspections, ensuring that all remedial actions are recorded, tracked, and completed in a timely manner.
• Manage contracts and performance of external contractors delivering compliance-related services (e.g. gas servicing, fire risk assessments).
• Maintain accurate compliance records and provide regular reports to senior management, the board, and regulatory bodies.
• Work with asset management, repairs, and housing teams to embed a compliance-focused culture.
• Act as the main point of contact for regulators such as the Regulator of Social Housing and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
• Lead on internal investigations and reporting for incidents related to non-compliance or safety breaches.
• Manage and develop a team of compliance officers or coordinators, where applicable.
  
  

Essential

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a compliance, health & safety, or asset management role within the social housing or property management sector.
• Detailed knowledge of relevant housing and building safety legislation and best practice.
• Strong project management and contractor management skills.
• Excellent analytical and reporting abilities.
• Experience in policy development and audit processes.
  
  

Desirable

• Relevant professional qualification (e.g. NEBOSH, IOSH, CIH).
• Experience using compliance or asset management systems (e.g. Keystone, Northgate).
  
  

Company: Cardo Group

Job Type: Permanent

Job Location: Slough

Position: Compliance Manager