About Our Client:
Our client is a people-first, tech-forward education recruitment company based in the UK with a warm, family-oriented culture and a fully remote team. Their mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of educators and students alike. With a passionate team of 22, they combine cutting-edge technology with exceptional service to deliver a seamless recruitment experience. They are customer-service obsessed, quality-driven, and deeply committed to safeguarding standards in education recruitment.

Job Description:
Our client is seeking an exceptional Compliance Officer to join their small but mighty compliance team. This is a fast-paced, detail-focused role ideal for someone who thrives on process, accuracy, and people interaction. You’ll be a vital link between recruitment consultants and candidates, ensuring all safeguarding and vetting processes are meticulously followed so that educators are cleared for work quickly and confidently.

You'll be talking to candidates and liaising with the UK team daily – so communication, multitasking, and adaptability are key. If you're friendly, hard-working, love ticking boxes (literally and figuratively), and can keep cool under pressure, then this could be your perfect match.

Key Responsibilities:
Initiate and manage the candidate vetting journey via an online self-registration system

Verify compliance documentation including DBS, Barred List, and reference checks in line with UK safeguarding legislation

Ensure all documents are accurate, formatted correctly, and securely stored (via SharePoint and integrated systems)

Use platforms like Yoti for online ID verification and prepare sign-off packs for final clearance

Act as the first point of contact for candidate and client queries on compliance, payroll, and general onboarding

Maintain real-time communication with consultants to report candidate progress and flag issues

Support with day-to-day vacancy fulfillment and liaise with external payroll providers

Uphold compliance standards in accordance with frameworks and internal audits

Assist with credit control and occasional debt chasing

Contribute to continuous improvement of compliance processes