Overview
Job Title: Risk and Compliance Coordinator
Salary: £26,600 – £32,600
Location: Whittlesford, Near Duxford, UK / Hybrid
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time – 35 hours per week
About the role
We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.
We are looking for a Risk and Compliance Coordinator who will help drive improvements that keep us meeting our legal and ethical responsibilities, while supporting colleagues to build a strong culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement.
You will be part of the Group Print and Operations team, supporting colleagues on quality, risk, and business continuity—helping to embed a strong culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across the organisation.
Responsibilities
- Support and develop management systems across quality, risk, HSE and business continuity (including ISO standards)
- Coordinate audits, training schedules, and compliance activities across the team
- Support internal and external audits, and help track and implement improvement actions
- Lead risk reviews, workshops, and business continuity exercises
- Investigate incidents (including GDPR breaches) and ensure effective preventative action
- Partner with global teams to support training, processes, and communications
- Provide guidance on health & safety, including risk assessments and wellbeing support
About You
We are looking for someone with strong organisational and communication skills, and an interest in building a career in risk and compliance. We will support you with the training and development you need to succeed.
Requirements
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make sound judgments
- Clear written and verbal communication, including report writing and presentations
- Ability to build relationships and influence a wide range of stakeholders
- Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage and prioritise workload
- Strong IT skills including systems and tools
- Proactive, self-motivated approach
Desirable criteria
- Qualifications covering Risk Management, BCDR Planning and Internal Auditor
- IOSH Managing Safely as a minimum
- Training/Coaching qualification
- Ergonomic assessor training experience
Rewards and Benefits
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Group personal pension scheme
- Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary
- Green travel schemes
Application and selection process
The closing date for all applications is 14 June 2026. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place on 24 and 25 June 2026. We reserve the right to close the campaign early if sufficient applications are received.
If shortlisted, you can expect an in-person interview at our office in Whittlesford, Near Duxford, UK.
If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or long-term health condition, please indicate this in your online application. We will strive to accommodate your needs.
Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry.
We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer committed to equality and inclusion. The DC scheme’s Offer of an Interview applies to applicants who opt in and disclose a disability or long-term health condition and meet the minimum criteria. If interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria.
Cambridge University Press & Assessment is unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker Visa route as it does not meet the minimum skill requirements.
Equality and diversity
We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. Applications are submitted via our official online procedure. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support, please contact the Recruiter.
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