Compliance Officer – Adult Skills and Training

Role Overview

• support compliance checking of ASF and Skills Bootcamp funding claims against funding rules and contractual requirements
• review, sample and audit learner files to ensure completeness, accuracy and eligibility
• identify risks, compliance gaps and data issues, escalating concerns appropriately
• reconcile provider data with ILR returns and support error resolution
• validate provider claims, invoices and supporting evidence
• contribute to audit preparation, assurance activity and governance processes
• support provider monitoring, onboarding and ongoing compliance checks
• provide guidance on funding rules and evidence requirements to colleagues and providers
• contribute to continuous improvement by sharing findings and good practice

Requirements

• experience in compliance, audit, funding or administration within education or publicly funded programmes
• understanding of adult skills provision and funding rules (e.g. ASF, Skills Bootcamps)
• strong attention to detail and ability to work with complex data and evidence
• experience of working with external providers or partners
• confidence in identifying and escalating risks and compliance issues
• strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
• excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Benefits

• The opportunity to work on a high-profile, devolved programme with real social and economic impact
• A role where you directly contribute to protecting public funds and improving delivery quality
• A supportive, collaborative team within the Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub
• Competitive salary, local government pension and strong development opportunities
• The chance to help shape the future of adult skills delivery in Lancashire