Compliance Manager

M Group Services has an exciting opportunity for a Compliance Manager (IR35) to join our central Resourcing Function on a 6 month interim basis. Within this role, you'll be a critical part of the Group Support function, providing expertise on Off Payroll working arrangements and legislation to support the integration of a recent acquisition. You'll be able to carry out the role remotely, with agile working encouraged, however if you do live within a commutable distance of Preston or Stevenage, that would be ideal. The position is offered on a 6 month interim basis, and during this time, you're key objects are: Lead the compliance review of Off Payroll Working arrangements; Personal Service Companies, Sole Traders (including CIS), Subcontract, Outsourced Services and Labour suppliers for a recent M Group acquisition, ensuring all arrangements are compliant with legislation, government requirements and the Group Off Payroll Working Policy. Establish reporting capabilities to document all engagement models, supply chains, risk exposure and track progress of any identified actions. Embed the Group Off Payroll working policy across the business to ensure all relevant stakeholders are effectively engaged with and support in the rollout of training, creating training records that document attendance. Act as subject matter expert to the business, providing both technical guidance and practical support in the assessment of Personal Service Companies and Sole Trader arrangements. Ensure compliance in accordance with Group Policy and HMRC legislation, for all engagement models, and where required, assessments have been carried out through the use of the KPMG OPM tool and a valid SDS is recorded and communicated to all stakeholders. Have you developed a sound knowledge of IR35 legislation and looking to use your expertise in an output focused role? This could be the perfect role for you!! As the Compliance Manager (IR35), your responsibilities will include:

• With the support of the business, conduct a thorough analysis to identify Personal Service Companies (PSC's) and Sole Traders within the supply chain, both directly and through intermediaries (agency, employment business and other labour workforce suppliers).
• Manage the end-to-end assessment process using the IR35 Management System, KPMG OPM tool for each PSC engagement;
• Lead the assessment process for Sole Trader engagement models, using the HMRC CEST tool, working closely with the relevant business stakeholders to gain an in depth understanding of the working practices and contractual arrangements.
• Conduct a thorough analysis of subcontract and outsourced services arrangements to ensure they align to HMRC legislation and Group Policy, as truly contracted out services. Where necessary, provide guidance to the business to support identifying the correct engagement model and assessment processes which should be followed.
• Carry out a review of labour subcontract arrangements, to understand the contractual arrangements in place and ensure processes are adopted in line with Group Policy.
• Engage with key stakeholders including the Operations, Commercial, Finance and HR functions to provide subject matter expertise on Off Payroll Working and successfully embed the Group Policy, ensuring processes are understood and followed across the wider teams.
• With the Support of the Group Central Resourcing function, coordinate and deliver training to all relevant stakeholders and maintain a record of attendance.
  
  Previous experience gained within a contract management, supply chain, procurement or compliance focused role, with an understanding of supply chain and contract issuance processes.
• Understanding of IR35 and HMRC legislation relating to self-employment and contracted out services.
• Ideally you will have significant experience of IR35 management in a large, complex organisation, within the infrastructure or construction sector.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to communicate and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Confident working independently and able to create a structured plan that aligns to key deadlines and business objectives.
• Results driven and can work effectively in a changing landscape, prioritising conflicting and varied objectives.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, with good excel skills and ability to document complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Proven level of dispute resolution and change management skill sets.
  
  M Group Services delivers a range of essential infrastructure services within the water, energy, transport and telecommunications sectors in the UK & Ireland. We have built and maintained relationships with our clients over a number of years and have a strong culture that continuously focuses on safety, operational delivery, efficiency and customer service. We are committed to profitable growth both organically and through acquisitions. M Group Services, a trusted employer to over 10,000 skilled specialists working from 240 locations, operates a divisional structure aligned with its end markets.
At M Group Services we recognise and value the benefits from our workforce diversity. We work hard to build and maintain inclusive environments and develop a culture where our people feel included and valued.

25 days' annual leave plus statutory holidays Matched Pension scheme arrangements Life Assurance Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Access to a wide range of discounts and special offers through our online rewards platform Vision and Values Our vision is to be the leading service provider for essential infrastructure in the UK and Ireland.