Compliance Manager

Compliance ManagerGloucester Airport - CheltenhamFull time permanentWe are seeking an experienced Compliance professional to oversee and ensure regulatory compliance across both operational and management business activities.This role is responsible for maintaining up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws, aviation regulations, and industry standards, promoting awareness throughout the organisation, and serving as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities.The ideal candidate will drive a culture of continuous improvement through structured audits, performance monitoring, issue resolution, and enhancement of internal compliance systems.Key Duties and Responsibilities• Ensure full regulatory compliance across operational, training, and business functions in alignment with relevant aviation standards (e.g., CAA, ICAO).• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards, and disseminate updates effectively throughout the organization.• Promote awareness and understanding of compliance obligations via structured communication, training, and support initiatives.• Act as the key liaison with regulatory authorities and accreditation bodies, managing formal correspondence, audits, and inspections.• Plan and execute internal audits and compliance assessments; monitor organisational performance and follow up on corrective actions.• Identify, document, and manage non-conformances, driving timely resolution and root-cause analysis.• Support and lead compliance-related change initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement activities.• Maintain and improve the internal compliance management system, ensuring alignment with quality and safety objectives.• Prepare compliance reports for senior management and recommend improvements based on audit outcomes and regulatory changes.• Cover other corporate related compliance matters, in line with ISO requirements & the company legal register.Technical RequirementsRoot Cause Analysis (RCA)Auditing SkillsCorrective and Preventive action (CAPA)Document ReviewsChange Management (to include Impact assessing)Education and Experience3-5 years within an Industry specific compliance related role (essential) – A candidate with proven experience in working to CAA regulatory standards, specifically UK (EU) 2015/340 and CAP 2331, although familiarity with other relevant industry regulations would also be highly desirable1-3 years within an Aerospace industry (essential)Proven experience working in Air traffic control sector (desirable)Internal Auditor qualification (essential)Familiarity with compliance systems or tools (essential)Strong understanding of ISO 9001 (desirable)Working days – Mon – Fri in office ( will be flexi with 3 out of 5 )08.00 – 16.00 ( 1 hour lunch )Parking onsiteHoliday – 26 days + 3 days for Christmas period

Created: 2025-07-18