Compliance Manager

Job Description

Our Vision: Continue to be the leading UK mobile infrastructure services company.

Our Mission: To be famous for excellence in delivery, embracing transformation with our people and our customers at its heart.

We are at an exciting time in our company’s development. We've come a long way since we were first formed in 2012. From the rollout of new technologies and managing complex legislation affecting the industry, we are leading the conversation on innovation and developing sharper solutions to serve our customers better. We collaborate as a team to meet the high standards expected of us and demand the best of ourselves through our values.

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Governance, Risk, and Compliance Counsel, this role will lead to ensuring a strong culture of compliance within Cornerstone and support the continued evolution of our compliance function.

This role will ensure that Cornerstone operates in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining effective compliance programs that safeguard the business from legal and regulatory risks, while promoting a culture of ethical conduct and operational integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance Framework

• Build and evolve a central compliance toolkit, including frameworks, templates, policies, and guidance materials for use across the business.
• Drive continuous improvement in compliance processes and systems.
• Regularly review and update frameworks, templates, policies, and guidance materials to reflect regulatory change.

Regulation Compliance

• Monitor and interpret regulations (inc. telecom regulations) and ensure company-wide compliance (e.g. Ofcom, GDPR, Competition, etc.). .
• Investigate compliance breaches or complaints and recommend disciplinary or corrective actions as needed.
• Support and contribute actively to regulatory compliance, health and safety, environmental, business continuity and information security arrangements that meets our obligations to our customers. .
• Lead on ensuring compliance against the competition law (information sharing) under Cornerstones joint venture protocols.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with regulatory authorities and represent Cornerstone in compliance related matters.
• Collaborate with legal, IT, People, operational teams, and quality assurance teams (e.g. HSQE) to ensure alignment with compliance standards and integration into all business functions.
• Work closely with stakeholders to identify compliance gaps, risks, run working groups, and embed sustainable solutions into BAU activity.

Risk Management

• Conduct compliance risk assessments.
• Develop implementation corrective action plans for areas identified as a compliance vulnerability.
• Work closely with the Risk & Compliance Manager to ensure alignment with risk framework and reporting.

Auditing & Monitoring

• Plan and conduct internal audits to assess compliance effectiveness
• Monitor operational processes to ensure ongoing compliance.

Communication & Education

• Provide training and guidance to Cornerstone colleagues on procedures and regulatory updates..

Reporting

• Prepare reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• The ideal candidate will have experience in Compliance Management , with the ability to work in a fast- paced environment.
• Certified in a recognised Project methodology (or working towards certification – preferably Prince 2)
• Ability to build relationships and maintain rapport with internal and external stakeholders.
• A collaborative team player with good organisational skills and a proactive approach.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and an excellent bonus structure
• 30 days holiday
• Competitive pension scheme
• Hybrid working
• Life insurance
• Cycle to Work
• Retail Discount
• Competitive refer a friend scheme
• Private Healthcare Insurance

Our commitment to Equity, , and (EDI) is fundamental to our success. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered. By embracing unique perspectives and experiences, we drive innovation and drive our organisation forward, therefore, we recognise the importance of welcoming applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

We want to ensure everyone is able to present their best self throughout the recruitment process so if you require any adjustments, please let us know.

If this role is of interest to you and you would like to find out more, please do apply with an up to date version of your CV.