College Compliance and Governance Manager

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We are seeking an experienced College Compliance and Governance Manager to lead and coordinate governance and statutory compliance across the College.

Reporting to the Head of Estates, the postholder will provide expert advice and assurance on regulatory compliance, act as the College’s Data Protection Lead and Freedom of Information Officer, and maintain key compliance registers, policies and statutory returns. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on coordination and administration.
Key responsibilities
•    Monitor compliance with relevant legislation including UK GDPR, DPA 2018, FOIA 2000, Health & Safety and environmental requirements.
•    Maintain the College Compliance Register and ensure statutory deadlines, inspections and renewals are met.
•    Coordinate governance policies, document control and review cycles.
•    Manage data protection compliance, including data audits, Subject Access Requests and breach reporting.
•    Coordinate and respond to Freedom of Information requests.
•    Support Health & Safety, environmental, sustainability and licensing compliance.
•    Prepare reports for College committees, Council and external bodies.
•    Provide advice, guidance and training to staff and senior officers.

For an informal chat please contact Matt Stokes, Head of Estates: mds61@robinson.cam.ac.uk. Completed applications should be emailed to careers@robinson.cam.ac.uk  

Closing date for applications: Monday 9 February 2026
Interview date: Tuesday 17 February 2026
 

Salary

• Salary range £38,000 to £42,000 FTE, per annum, depending on qualifications and experience

Application Form

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