Compliance Manager (Sponsorship Available) At Cambridge University Press & Assessment

Job Overview

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.

This Compliance Manager role sits within a team responsible for supporting Cambridge International’s strategic vision to be the world’s most trusted teaching, learning, and assessment community.

The role focuses on ensuring compliance with the Cambridge Handbook, maintaining fairness, integrity, security, and accessibility across global assessments.

About the Role

This position leads the Malpractice team and is responsible for managing investigations into suspected malpractice cases across registered schools worldwide.

The role ensures that all reports of suspected malpractice are handled promptly, fairly, and in line with established procedures, supporting accurate and justifiable outcomes.

Cambridge assessments operate globally, meaning cases may involve schools across multiple regions including Europe, Asia, and South America. The role also requires adaptability due to changing priorities influenced by global events.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the malpractice team
Use data to manage workloads, capacity, and delivery
Risk assess reports of suspected malpractice and allocate cases appropriately
Conduct second reviews of team cases when required
Recruit and develop team members, ensuring the right skill mix
Standardise processes across the team for consistency in investigations
Adapt team priorities based on changing operational demands
Collaborate with Exam Security and Investigations Compliance Managers
Report malpractice data to senior stakeholders
Act as escalation point for complex cases
Provide training and guidance to Compliance Assistant Managers, Officers, and Administrators
Review and improve processes, procedures, and guidelines
Identify and manage operational risks
Participate in Stage One Appeals panels
Represent Cambridge at Stage Two Appeal meetings
Represent the Compliance team in internal and external forums

About You

The ideal candidate is an experienced and confident manager with strong leadership and analytical skills.

You will be:

A collaborative and conscientious team leader
Able to prioritise and manage competing deadlines
Confident in risk assessment and decision-making
A strong communicator with diplomacy and precision
Able to motivate and develop team members
Forward-thinking and proactive in problem-solving
Experienced in leading teams through both success and challenges

Rewards and Benefits

Cambridge University Press & Assessment offers a competitive and flexible benefits package, including:

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Private medical and permanent health insurance
Discretionary annual bonus
Group personal pension scheme
Life assurance up to 4x annual salary
Green travel schemes

Recruitment Process

Applications close on 15 June 2026, with interviews expected from the week commencing 29 June.

The interview process includes:

One interview round (in-office or virtual)

Applicants requiring reasonable adjustments due to disability or long-term health conditions are supported throughout the process.

All successful applicants will be subject to background checks, including DBS clearance.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applications from all backgrounds regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background.

The organisation is a Disability Confident employer and promotes equal opportunity in all hiring decisions.

Sponsorship Information

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for eligible roles.

How to Apply

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