Job Description

Marketing Governance Manager

Location: Peterborough

Curious about what's next?

So are we. Join Compare the Market and help to make financial decision making a breeze for millions. At Compare the Market, we're a purpose-driven business powered by tech and AI. We're building high-performing, results-driven teams with the skills, mindset, and ambition to deliver outcomes at pace. Every role here plays a part in driving our mission forward, and we create an environment where you can bring your authentic self, grow a truly characterful career, and see the direct impact of your work on the lives of our customers.




We are recruiting for a Marketing Governance Manager. This role play a central role in supporting Compare the Market's first line of defence. You will be responsible for managing customer risk across the Marketing and Customer teams, ensuring the regulatory and compliance environment is effectively managed with a commercial mindset. The role works in close collaboration with the CtM Second Line of Defence, Risk & Compliance team and other first line of defense colleagues.


This is a hands-on, visible role designed to embed best-in-class risk management practices and promote a proactive risk-aware culture.




We've carved a meerkat-shaped niche and we're looking for ambitious, curious thinkers who thrive in a fast-moving, high-impact environment. If you love accountability, embrace challenge, and want to make a real difference, you'll fit right in.

What you'll be doing:

First Line of Defence (FLOD) Leadership

Act as the lead Governance Manager for Marketing and Customer teams within the first line of defence. Own the delivery of monthly FLOD packs, ensuring risks are accurately reported and tracked.

Regulatory & Compliance Oversight

Provide subject matter expertise and regulatory approvals for financial and non-financial promotions. Support and challenge the business on regulatory and high-priority strategic projects.

Risk Framework Execution

Implement and maintain the risk management framework for Marketing & Customer. Ensure alignment of risks and controls with the business's risk appetite.

War Game Exercises & Scenario Testing

Design and lead cross-functional War Games to simulate the risks of new products or initiatives.

Monitoring, Validation & Reporting

Own and deliver the first-line annual validation and monitoring plan, working closely with the second line of defence.

What we're looking for:

Advanced knowledge of FCA rules relating to customer communications and financial promotions and CAP and BCAP Codes (ASA). Other in-scope regulatory knowledge would be beneficial but not essential e.g. Ofgem, Ofcom. Good understanding of risk frameworks and execution of these within a business. Good product knowledge of CtM's core and non-core offerings.

Why Compare the Market?

We're a business built for pace and performance. Here, you'll be encouraged to think differently, act boldly, and deliver brilliantly in a culture that values results and rewards progress. We believe diverse teams make better decisions, and we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, contribute, and thrive.


If you're ready to stretch yourself, raise the bar, and grow with a team that's serious about performance, innovation, and purpose, we'd love to hear from you.