Compliance Apprentice

We are now looking for a compliance apprentice to join our compliance team. As a compliance apprentice with the Tote, you will have the opportunity to make a make a tangible difference to the team and wider business through your work to support the core strategic function of regulatory compliance whilst studying for a Level 3 Regulatory and Compliance Officer qualification.

Reporting into the Head of Compliance your role will involve the delivery of key programmes in relation to the implementation of the compliance framework and compliance monitoring. You will learn to work proactively to both identify and escalate appropriately, matters of compliance related or other risk. You will support in matters of regulatory reporting, specific initiatives, and necessary investigations and will be developed to build a network of strong relationships across the business to support this and to enable you to drive projects to completion.

**What you’ll be doing**:

- Carrying out compliance monitoring activity in accordance with the compliance framework and ensuring accurate records are maintained
- Preparing internal reports and collating data so that the Tote can meet its regulatory reporting obligations
- Supporting in the completion of internal investigations carried out by senior managers and compiling formal reports
- Learning how to promote a positive and pro-active risk and compliance culture within the business through ongoing support to maintain and to eventually deliver training to colleagues

**Who we are**:
We are proud stewards of the Tote, Great Britain’s pool betting operator since 1928. Backed by people from across British horse racing, UK Tote Group is led by a dedicated group of racehorse owners and breeders and racing fans who are passionate about revitalising the Tote.

We are a team of over 170 people with our HQ based in Wigan, Greater Manchester (WN3 5AZ)_._ The role will be 37.5 hours per week with core business hours 9am till 5pm. We offer flexible hybrid working, a full induction and on the job training and a development plan will be put in place for anyone who joins the team.

**What you’ll need**:

- Strong communication skills which can be implemented through all mediums to varying stakeholders across the business
- Ability to work to deadlines and thrive in high pressure situations whilst maintaining high levels of precision and accuracy
- Passion and commitment to developing compliance knowledge and learning and development
- An understanding and/or interest in the gambling industry is advantageous but not essential

**What we offer**:
At the Tote you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork and pride in what we do. Our company benefits package includes:

- Bonus scheme
- Company Shares Option Plan
- Contributary pension scheme
- Life insurance (4 x basic salary)
- Simply Health Plan
- Holiday entitlement (25 days plus bank holidays)
- Confidential 24/7 365 employee assistance helpline
- Agile and collaborative office environment with free parking, fruit, biscuits, and drinks
- Regular social events, charity events and volunteering opportunities

If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

**Salary**: £22,000.00-£25,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Wigan: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
- Please let us know your salary expectations

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wigan