24 Ethical Standards jobs in the United Kingdom

Compliance Lead - Corporate Governance, Regulatory & Ethical Compliance

Very Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

Location: Dartford, Kent (Hybrid - 3 days on-site per week)

Are you a compliance professional ready to take ownership of governance and corporate risk across a global business?

We are recruiting a Compliance Lead for an international organisation specialising in advanced technology solutions for safety-critical environments. This newly created role offers the chance to build a proactive, business-led approach to compliance across multiple disciplines, including ethical standards, regulatory risk, sanctions, anti-bribery, ESG, and technical approvals.

What You Will Do

• Design and embed a fit-for-purpose compliance framework across the organisation, supporting global operations in the UK, Europe, and internationally.
• Advise senior stakeholders on business risk, regulatory gaps, and corporate governance best practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Product, Engineering, Finance, Operations and Sales to ensure that compliance is not just monitored but embedded.
• Lead internal audits , gap assessments, and readiness planning for external certifications and investor due diligence.
• Own company-wide compliance documentation , policy management, employee awareness and internal reporting.
• Be the bridge between legal, regulatory, ethical and operational compliance needs - offering practical, business-friendly solutions.
• Keep the business up to date with evolving global regulatory trends in sanctions, ESG, ethical supply chain, and trade/export controls.

Why This Role Is Important

• The company's technology is deployed globally, in safety-sensitive sectors - governance and compliance directly impact operational integrity and brand reputation.
• With product innovation, investment, and geographic expansion accelerating, the business requires strong, embedded compliance leadership.
• Compliance is shifting from siloed responsibility to a central pillar of board-level assurance and growth readiness.

What You Bring

• You are a certified compliance and ethics professional (e.g., CCEP or equivalent), with a track record of implementing risk and governance systems.
• You may have a legal background or experience reporting into legal, audit or governance structures.
• You have worked in regulated sectors (e.g., financial services, insurance, fintech, telecoms, engineering, automotive, or technology).
• You're comfortable building a compliance culture from a blank slate - with confidence, pragmatism and credibility.
• You can assess and communicate business risk clearly - not just ticking boxes.
• You enjoy working cross-functionally and influencing without authority.
• You are used to liaising with regulatory bodies, auditors, and senior leadership.

Location & Logistics

This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite in Kent. You must live within a reasonable commuting distance. Remote-only applicants cannot be considered.

Likely commutable locations include:

Dartford, Medway, Gravesham, Maidstone, Sevenoaks, Bromley, Orpington, Tonbridge, Bexley, Sidcup, South East London boroughs, and parts of South Essex.

To apply confidentially or learn more, contact our consultants at Martin Veasey Talent Solutions quoting reference LX (phone number removed)

Compliance Lead - Corporate Governance, Regulatory & Ethical Compliance

Very Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

Location: Dartford, Kent (Hybrid - 3 days on-site per week)

Are you a compliance professional ready to take ownership of governance and corporate risk across a global business?

We are recruiting a Compliance Lead for an international organisation specialising in advanced technology solutions for safety-critical environments. This newly created role offers the chance to build a proactive, business-led approach to compliance across multiple disciplines, including ethical standards, regulatory risk, sanctions, anti-bribery, ESG, and technical approvals.

What You Will Do

• Design and embed a fit-for-purpose compliance framework across the organisation, supporting global operations in the UK, Europe, and internationally.
• Advise senior stakeholders on business risk, regulatory gaps, and corporate governance best practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Product, Engineering, Finance, Operations and Sales to ensure that compliance is not just monitored but embedded.
• Lead internal audits , gap assessments, and readiness planning for external certifications and investor due diligence.
• Own company-wide compliance documentation , policy management, employee awareness and internal reporting.
• Be the bridge between legal, regulatory, ethical and operational compliance needs - offering practical, business-friendly solutions.
• Keep the business up to date with evolving global regulatory trends in sanctions, ESG, ethical supply chain, and trade/export controls.

Why This Role Is Important

• The company's technology is deployed globally, in safety-sensitive sectors - governance and compliance directly impact operational integrity and brand reputation.
• With product innovation, investment, and geographic expansion accelerating, the business requires strong, embedded compliance leadership.
• Compliance is shifting from siloed responsibility to a central pillar of board-level assurance and growth readiness.

What You Bring

• You are a certified compliance and ethics professional (e.g., CCEP or equivalent), with a track record of implementing risk and governance systems.
• You may have a legal background or experience reporting into legal, audit or governance structures.
• You have worked in regulated sectors (e.g., financial services, insurance, fintech, telecoms, engineering, automotive, or technology).
• You're comfortable building a compliance culture from a blank slate - with confidence, pragmatism and credibility.
• You can assess and communicate business risk clearly - not just ticking boxes.
• You enjoy working cross-functionally and influencing without authority.
• You are used to liaising with regulatory bodies, auditors, and senior leadership.

Location & Logistics

This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite in Kent. You must live within a reasonable commuting distance. Remote-only applicants cannot be considered.

Likely commutable locations include:

Dartford, Medway, Gravesham, Maidstone, Sevenoaks, Bromley, Orpington, Tonbridge, Bexley, Sidcup, South East London boroughs, and parts of South Essex.

To apply confidentially or learn more, contact our consultants at Martin Veasey Talent Solutions quoting reference LX (phone number removed)

Senior Corporate Governance Manager – International (12 Month FTC)

£95,000 + 12.5% Bonus | London (Hybrid, Flexible)

Are you an experienced governance professional with a passion for international corporate transactions and subsidiary management? Lorien is partnering with a leading global insurer to recruit a Senior Corporate Governance Manager for a newly created 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a rare opportunity to shape and embed best-in-class governance standards across a diverse international portfolio.

The Opportunity

Hybrid & Flexible: London-based, with the option to work remotely most of the week. Occasional office presence required to engage with UK stakeholders.

International Scope: Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders around the world with a focus on ‘Rest of World’ outside of UK, Europe, MENA & US.

Impactful Role: Play a key part in unifying and strengthening governance processes for subsidiaries outside the US, supporting occasional strategic projects and largely business-as-usual (BAU) activities.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with business leaders and governance experts across multiple jurisdictions to deliver strategic initiatives and manage corporate transactions (e.g., share capital restructuring, M&A, dissolutions, dividends, capital injections).
• Oversee and champion the use of Diligent Entities as the central source of legal entity information—providing training, ensuring data integrity, and supporting global stakeholders.
• Organise and produce subsidiary board meetings: prepare agendas, coordinate logistics, and draft clear, accurate minutes focused on transactional matters.
• Resolve queries from international stakeholders, including company secretaries, treasury, and external providers, ensuring compliance with local legal, AML, and statutory requirements.
• Support the roll-out and adoption of electronic board pack systems (Diligent Boardbooks) across the international network.
• Collaborate with the US-based corporate secretary’s office on governance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to a culture of integrity, compliance, and best practice, aligned with regulatory requirements and company values.

About You

• Demonstrable experience in subsidiary governance within large, complex organisations—ideally with exposure to financial services or listed environments.
• Strong background in corporate transactions (e.g., share reorganisations, M&A, subsidiary management).
• Advanced user of Diligent Entities (essential) and comfortable training others on governance tools.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and solve complex, ambiguous problems.
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities across different time zones.
• Flexible mindset, comfortable with ambiguity and evolving processes.
• Experience minuting board meetings and managing end-to-end governance processes.

Why Apply?

• Brand new role: Shape how governance is delivered internationally—no two days will be the same.
• High-performing team: Join a collaborative, supportive group with excellent retention.
• Inclusive culture: Work in an environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a strong focus on work-life balance.

Senior Corporate Governance Manager – International (12 Month FTC)

£95,000 + 12.5% Bonus | London (Hybrid, Flexible)

Are you an experienced governance professional with a passion for international corporate transactions and subsidiary management? Lorien is partnering with a leading global insurer to recruit a Senior Corporate Governance Manager for a newly created 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a rare opportunity to shape and embed best-in-class governance standards across a diverse international portfolio.

The Opportunity

Hybrid & Flexible: London-based, with the option to work remotely most of the week. Occasional office presence required to engage with UK stakeholders.

International Scope: Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders around the world with a focus on ‘Rest of World’ outside of UK, Europe, MENA & US.

Impactful Role: Play a key part in unifying and strengthening governance processes for subsidiaries outside the US, supporting occasional strategic projects and largely business-as-usual (BAU) activities.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with business leaders and governance experts across multiple jurisdictions to deliver strategic initiatives and manage corporate transactions (e.g., share capital restructuring, M&A, dissolutions, dividends, capital injections).
• Oversee and champion the use of Diligent Entities as the central source of legal entity information—providing training, ensuring data integrity, and supporting global stakeholders.
• Organise and produce subsidiary board meetings: prepare agendas, coordinate logistics, and draft clear, accurate minutes focused on transactional matters.
• Resolve queries from international stakeholders, including company secretaries, treasury, and external providers, ensuring compliance with local legal, AML, and statutory requirements.
• Support the roll-out and adoption of electronic board pack systems (Diligent Boardbooks) across the international network.
• Collaborate with the US-based corporate secretary’s office on governance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to a culture of integrity, compliance, and best practice, aligned with regulatory requirements and company values.

About You

• Demonstrable experience in subsidiary governance within large, complex organisations—ideally with exposure to financial services or listed environments.
• Strong background in corporate transactions (e.g., share reorganisations, M&A, subsidiary management).
• Advanced user of Diligent Entities (essential) and comfortable training others on governance tools.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and solve complex, ambiguous problems.
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities across different time zones.
• Flexible mindset, comfortable with ambiguity and evolving processes.
• Experience minuting board meetings and managing end-to-end governance processes.

Why Apply?

• Brand new role: Shape how governance is delivered internationally—no two days will be the same.
• High-performing team: Join a collaborative, supportive group with excellent retention.
• Inclusive culture: Work in an environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a strong focus on work-life balance.

• Provide expert legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and securities law matters.
• Assist in the preparation and review of board materials, resolutions, and corporate filings.
• Manage and advise on compliance programs, internal policies, and procedures.
• Support the legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
• Conduct legal research and provide opinions on various corporate law issues.
• Liaise with external counsel, regulatory bodies, and auditors as required.
• Develop and deliver training programs on corporate governance and compliance for employees.
• Oversee the maintenance of corporate records and statutory registers.
• Identify and assess legal risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of legal processes and risk management frameworks.

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister admitted to practice in England and Wales (or equivalent jurisdiction).
• Significant post-qualification experience in corporate law, with a strong focus on corporate governance.
• In-depth knowledge of company law, corporate governance best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in advising boards of directors and senior management.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and drafting skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously and work autonomously.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and standard office software.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.

• Providing expert legal advice on company law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance to the board of directors and senior management.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, board minutes, and corporate resolutions.
• Managing statutory filings and ensuring compliance with the Companies Act and other relevant legislation.
• Advising on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions.
• Developing and implementing corporate policies and procedures to uphold best governance practices.
• Overseeing internal investigations and risk management processes.
• Managing external legal counsel and ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Staying abreast of legal and regulatory changes impacting the company and its operations.
• Mentoring and guiding junior legal team members.

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England and Wales with a minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience, preferably gained in a top-tier law firm or in-house legal department.
• Demonstrable expertise in corporate governance, company secretarial duties, and UK company law.
• Proven experience in advising on complex corporate transactions and restructuring.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Experience in risk management and compliance frameworks.
• A proactive and commercially minded approach to legal problem-solving.

• Provide expert legal advice and strategic guidance on all aspects of corporate governance, including board composition, duties, responsibilities, and best practices.
• Develop, implement, and maintain corporate policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage and oversee the preparation of board and committee meeting materials, minutes, and resolutions.
• Advise on securities law compliance, including disclosure requirements, insider trading policies, and stock exchange rules.
• Manage the company's subsidiary structure, including incorporations, dissolutions, and ongoing compliance.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex corporate and governance issues.
• Liaise with external counsel, regulators, and other stakeholders as needed.
• Oversee the company's internal controls and risk management frameworks related to governance.
• Support the General Counsel and senior management on corporate transactions, including M&A activities, from a governance perspective.
• Develop and deliver training programs to the board and management on corporate governance matters.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR) as they relate to governance practices.

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (or equivalent) with a current practising certificate.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, with a strong emphasis on corporate governance, gained in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK company law and relevant international corporate governance codes and regulations.
• Experience advising public and private companies on board effectiveness, shareholder rights, and executive compensation.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide pragmatic and commercially sound legal advice.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects and advising at a senior level.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and standard office software.
• Experience with international corporate structures and cross-border compliance is highly desirable.