Company Description

Autoguard Group is a trusted performance partner supporting independent, franchise, and non-franchise automotive dealers. The company focuses on helping dealers optimize their operations, strengthen compliance, and deliver high-quality customer service. Autoguard Group offers tailored solutions and advisory support that enhance performance across sales, finance, and aftersales. Team members collaborate closely with dealer partners, providing expertise that drives sustainable growth and long-term success.

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Compliance Officer to join our growing team and reporting directly into the Chief Financial Officer. This position will be responsible for overseeing and managing compliance across all entities within the Company. The successful candidate will ensure full adherence to external regulations and internal policies while helping to foster a strong and ongoing culture of ethics and compliance across the organisation.

As a trusted member of the team, you will play a key role in shaping compliance strategy, maintaining regulatory integrity, and supporting sustainable business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret changes in laws, regulations, and industry standards across all jurisdictions in which the company operates – when applicable.
• Develop, review, and maintain company-wide compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Identify, assess, and report compliance risks; conduct regular risk assessments and audits.
• Design, implement, and oversee comprehensive compliance training programmes for staff and management.
• Promote a culture of integrity and compliance through effective communication, internal campaigns, and awareness initiatives.
• Establish and maintain monitoring programmes to test adherence to internal policies and regulatory obligations.
• Oversee external compliance audits and reporting, including activities under the AR Regime.
• Manage timely and accurate submission of all regulatory filings and reports.
• Prepare and present detailed compliance reports and updates to the Board.
• Escalate and oversee remediation of significant compliance issues or breaches.
• Act as the primary liaison with regulators, auditors, and external compliance bodies.
• Recommend and track implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure the Company remains prepared for evolving legislation and regulatory changes.
• Collaborate closely with Department Heads and Directors on cross-functional projects.
• Investigate and resolve formal complaints and data requests; liaise with the Ombudsman where appropriate.
• Represent the organisation at industry meetings (quarterly) and contribute to strategic initiatives when required.
• Provide international oversight of compliance operations where applicable.