Compliance Officer

Compliance Officer

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 + attractive benefits | Monday–Friday | Newcastle City Centre, Office-Based.

Looking to take your legal career beyond traditional practice?

This is an excellent opportunity for a trainee or junior lawyer seeking to broaden their experience and move into a commercial, strategic role with real business impact.

We are the largest and fastest growing waste management broker in the UK for SME businesses, with over 38,000 customers nationally.

As a Compliance Officer, you will apply your legal training in a more dynamic environment—working closely with senior leadership, influencing decision-making, and gaining exposure across all areas of the business.

If you're looking for a role that combines legal thinking, commercial awareness, and work-life balance, this could be the ideal next step.

About the Role

The Compliance Officer plays a central role in ensuring the organisation operates in line with all legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.

You will act as a trusted advisor to the business, supporting the Board and Senior Leadership Team on compliance, regulatory, and contractual matters. You will also take on the important position of Data Protection Officer (DPO), overseeing data privacy and governance frameworks.

This is a broad, hands-on role offering exposure to:

• Regulatory compliance


• Commercial contracts


• Risk management


• Data protection


• Environmental and operational compliance


• Corporate governance

Why This Role Might Suit You

• Move beyond purely legal work into a strategic business role


• Gain direct exposure to senior leadership and decision-making


• Develop commercial and operational experience early in your career


• Enjoy a predictable Monday–Friday working pattern


• Build a diverse skill set highly valued across industries

Key Responsibilities

Advisory & Legal Application

• Provide clear, practical advice on regulatory and contractual matters


• Interpret and apply legislation (including UK GDPR) in a commercial context


• Support the business in navigating regulatory challenges and customer issues

Risk & Compliance

• Identify and assess compliance risks across the organisation


• Design and implement effective internal controls


• Conduct audits and monitor ongoing compliance

Data Protection (DPO)

• Act as the organisation’s Data Protection Officer


• Manage Subject Access Requests (SARs) and data privacy processes


• Lead responses to data breaches and regulatory enquiries

Governance & Policy

• Maintain and develop internal policies and procedures


• Support the Integrated Management System (IMS)


• Contribute to Board and senior-level reporting

Training & Culture

• Deliver training and guidance to staff


• Promote a culture of compliance and ethical behaviour


• Support managers in resolving compliance issues

Wider Business Exposure

• Work with multiple departments across the organisation


• Collaborate with IT on cyber security and data risk


• Support environmental and regulatory compliance requirements


• Prepare for and lead the annual assessment for ISO standards (ISO 9001 and ISO 14001)

What We’re Looking For

Ideal Background

• Trainee solicitor, newly qualified solicitor, or junior lawyer


• Or experience in a compliance, risk, or governance role


• Strong understanding of legal principles and regulatory frameworks

Key Skills

• Ability to interpret legal requirements and apply them practically


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Commercial awareness and business mindset


• Confident communication, including with senior stakeholders


• High attention to detail and organisational skills

Working Arrangements

• Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 depending on experience


• Hours: Monday to Friday, standard office hours


• Location: Newcastle City Centre, Office-based (5 days per week)

Your Career Development

This role offers an excellent platform to:

• Transition from legal training into a broader commercial career


• Build experience across multiple regulatory and business areas


• Develop skills relevant to future roles in compliance, risk, legal, or leadership

Additional Information

This is a varied and impactful role suited to someone who is proactive, curious, and keen to apply their legal knowledge in a more commercially focused environment.

You’ll play a key role in shaping how the business manages risk, compliance, and governance—while building a career with long-term flexibility and progression.

Interested? 

• Apply now to alex.[email protected] with your CV and brief covering letter.


• Closing date for applicants 30th September 2026