STV Group plc
Assistant Compliance Officer
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ABOUT US
STV’s exciting vision is to become Scotland’s leading platform for audiences and advertisers and a global content powerhouse. On-air, STV reaches more than 70% of Scottish adults every month through its TV channel - the largest commercial channel in Scotland - and streaming service, STV Player, which is also available across the rest of the UK. STV has expanded its audience even further by introducing an audio division, with STV Radio - a major new Scotland-focused commercial radio station – which launched in Jan’ 2026.
From bases across the UK, STV’s content production arm, STV Studios, creates world-class entertainment for UK and international networks and streamers, including Apple TV+ drama Criminal Record, global phenomenon LEGO Masters and BBC police drama Blue Lights.
ABOUT THE ROLE
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Compliance Officer to join the STV Compliance team. Across STV, multiple business areas process personal data and produce content in accordance with UK legal and regulatory requirements. Compliance is therefore central to protecting viewer trust, maintaining regulatory standards, and supporting STV’s commercial success.
The Assistant Compliance Officer will provide essential support to the Compliance team which covers data protection compliance (collection, storage, use and deletion of personal data) which is regulated by the ICO, and broadcast compliance (editorial and/or commercial content broadcast/published on STV platforms, namely ODPS, TV, Radio, Digital (online) and social media) which is regulated by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) and Ofcom.
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General Duties
- Record Maintenance: maintain compliance department records, including activity logs and compliance evidence/documentation (using Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc)
- Assist in any other aspect of the work of the company as reasonably required
Data Protection Compliance Monitoring Support
- Monitoring: Conduct supervised monitoring to assess compliance with company procedures, policies, and regulatory codes/standards
- GDPR Records Maintenance: support the maintenance of mandatory documentation for the STV Group of Companies (including Records of Processing Activities)
- Training: Assist with provision of data protection training materials across the business
- Practical Application: work with operational departments to support good data protection practices
Broadcast Compliance Support
- Content Compliance: Assist with the pre-clearance or provision of compliance advice on promotional/ advertising material to be broadcast or published on STV Media Platforms (TV, Radio, Digital and on Social Media).
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Awareness or understanding of data protection and advertising compliance.
- Track record of applying strong attention to detail and sound judgement to tasks.
- A research-to-action mindset, with the ability to gather information, analyse findings and communicate clear practical recommendations.
- Demonstrates discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive or confidential information.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and team-working skills, with the confidence to build effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders across the business.
- Previous experience in an administrative, compliance, governance, data or other regulated environment is desirable.
- A degree or professional qualification, or relevant studies in media, data protection or a related discipline is desirable.
- A self-starter, solutions-focused approach, and curiosity and enthusiasm for learning and developing a career in compliance and data protection.
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BENEFITS
There are plenty of reasons why it’s great to work at STV, here are just a few of the perks for you:
- 25 days paid annual leave and 9 public holidays per annum
- An extra day’s holiday on your birthday.
- Healthcare cash plan providing Company contributions towards dental, optical, wellbeing or other healthcare costs.
- Company pension contribution.
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket travel loan.
- Access to occupational health service.
- Flexible benefits portal providing a range of retail and gym discounts.
APPLY
To apply please email a full CV & cover letter to hr@stv.tv by 21 July 2026.
STV Group plc is an equal opportunities employer committed to valuing and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates underrepresented in our industry, so we are keen to hear from ethnically diverse talent and people that identify as disabled, deaf and/or neurodivergent. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
Please let us know if you have any access requirements to support your application by emailing hr@stv.tv.
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