Job Description

Job Title: Compliance and Vetting Team Leader

Location: Canary Wharf, London. E14

Salary: 30,000-40,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Job Type: Full-Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Hybrid Working: One day per week working from home

Reports To: Process and Transformation Director

About Us:

We are a trusted provider of professional door supervision and security guarding services, delivering high-quality, fully compliant solutions across the UK. As an SIA Approved Contractor, we uphold the highest standards of operational excellence, integrity, and regulatory compliance.

To support our continued growth, we are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Compliance and Vetting Team Leader to oversee the recruitment vetting function and help ensure we remain compliant with BS7858, SIA ACS, and ISO 9001 standards.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Process and Transformation Director, the Compliance and Vetting Team Leader will manage the day-to-day operations of the recruitment and vetting team, ensuring all new staff are screened correctly and efficiently before deployment. This is a hands-on position that combines operational vetting tasks with team supervision and coaching.

You'll work full-time Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the day-to-day activities of the recruitment and vetting team, ensuring timely and accurate processing of BS7858 vetting files. Provide coaching, training, and daily support to team members to ensure high standards and continuous improvement. Act as a point of escalation for vetting issues and provide quality assurance checks before personnel deployment. Prepare and maintain documentation for SIA ACS and ISO 9001 audits, supporting internal and external compliance checks. Allocate tasks and monitor team performance, ensuring SLAs and KPIs are met. Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to streamline processes. Liaise with internal teams including finance and operations, to ensure joined-up working. Stay informed of regulatory changes and help implement updated procedures accordingly. Use Microsoft Excel to manage compliance data, produce vetting reports, and maintain audit readiness.

Key Requirements:

Experience in a compliance, vetting, or HR screening role within a regulated or security environment Strong working knowledge of BS7858:2019 vetting standards (preferred). Previous experience leading, supervising, or mentoring a team (formally or informally). Familiarity with SIA ACS and ISO 9001 requirements (preferred). Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and time management. Clear communicator with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Advanced Excel skills - confident using formulas, filters, and creating reports.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits A structured Monday-Friday schedule with one day per week working from home Supportive team environment and development opportunities A chance to step into or grow within a leadership role in a respected, regulated industry
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking Work from home
Education:

A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:

Management: 1 year (required) screening/vetting: 1 year (required) Internal audits: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person