Assistant Director of Compliance

Role: Assistant Director of Compliance 

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Worker Type: Hybrid Worker

Salary: SLMG2 - Starting Salary is £84,633 (Level one) rising to £94,946 (Level four), pending pay award

Location: Base location will be Loxley House, NG2 3NG, however, the postholder will be expected to be able to visit any sites within Nottingham City on a regular basis.

We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for a talented individual to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more…

Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best. 

In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham.  So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.

* You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and results‑driven Assistant Director of Compliance to join the Housing Services Leadership Team at Nottingham City Council. This pivotal role provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure our homes are safe, compliant and centred on tenant wellbeing. You will lead on building safety, the “Big Six” statutory compliance areas, and divisional health and safety, translating strategy into clear plans, measurable outcomes and strong governance.

You will oversee a robust assurance framework, ensuring accurate data, effective risk management and audit‑ready evidence at all times. Working collaboratively across services and with partners, you will champion continuous improvement, drive regulatory readiness and foster a high‑performing, inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued.

As a visible leader, you will engage colleagues, councillors, tenants and regulators, providing clear, honest advice and building confidence in our compliance position. This role is central to achieving excellent regulatory outcomes and strengthening trust with our communities by delivering safe, high‑quality housing services for all.

About You

The ideal candidate will have: 

1. Senior Leadership Experience in a Complex Organisation

2. Proven Strategic Delivery and Track Record of Outcomes

3. Strong Compliance, Governance and Risk Management Capability

4.People Leadership and Culture Development

5. Change Leadership and Programme Delivery

6. Stakeholder Management and Political Acumen

Please ensure you demonstrate clearly how you meet the 6 requirements in your CV & supporting document.

You can find the job description for this post here. 

We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) can be a helpful tool when preparing your application. AI can guide you, but only your own words and experiences truly matter – we want to see the real you. All examples and statements must be your own, accurate, and reflect your true experience and values. AI tools do not understand context, think critically, or assess the reliability of information, which means AI-generated responses can feel generic and may not accurately represent who you are. We recruit fairly and inclusively – showing your real self is what helps you succeed. For more information please click here.

Closing Date: 24th July 2026 (11:59pm) - Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date, and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interview date: 10th August 2026 – Please note, this is subject to change.

For informal enquiries about this post please contact Charlotte McGraw, Strategic Director of Housing - [email protected] 

If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: http://emss.org.uk/support

By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

Thank you for your interest in working for Nottingham City Council. As one of the largest employers in Nottingham we offer a wide range of roles across a range of services. In return for your skill, drive and commitment to serving the people of Nottingham, we can help you to develop an exciting and rewarding career, with access to the following benefits. 

In addition to working within a great team and a competitive salary you will have access to:

• 26 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ service)  + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually
• Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme offering 17.9%
• Smart Working – to support your work life balance
• Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres, cinema, shopping and much more!

Nottingham City Council is committed to recruiting a talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are a fair and inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and with different abilities. We recruit for diversity and value difference.
   
We particularly want to hear from you if you are from Minority Ethnic communities, identify within the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer+ community (LGBTQ+) and if you are Disabled - these groups of people are underrepresented in our workforce, and we’d like to reflect our local population more through our recruitment processes.    

We are supportive of flexible working arrangements wherever possible and we would encourage you to discuss this with us during the selection process, should this be something you are interested in.