Compliance Administrator

  • Academics Ltd
  • Romford, Essex
  • Jan 08, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

Compliance Administrator
Romford Full-Time, Permanent
25,400 - 27,000 (DOE)
Immediate Start Available

Are you a detail-driven administrator looking for your next opportunity in a dynamic and supportive team environment?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced office and enjoy being part of a sociable and hard-working group?

We're seeking a Compliance Administrator to join our busy Romford office at Academics, a leading education recruitment specialist. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of one of the UK's top five agencies in the sector.

About the Role:

As a Compliance Administrator, you'll play a key part in ensuring all temporary education staff are fully vetted and compliant.

Your day-to-day will involve:

  • Managing and maintaining candidate compliance records
  • Processing and applying for DBS checks
  • Requesting and chasing references
  • Verifying Right to Work and identity documentation
  • Working closely with our recruitment consultants to manage expectations
  • Meeting targets and compliance-related KPIs
  • Communicating with schools, candidates, and local authorities via phone and email

You'll be central to our mission of ensuring schools receive fully cleared and qualified candidates-on time, every time.

About You:

We're looking for someone who is:

  • From an administration background (though recent graduates are welcome to apply)
  • Comfortable handling high volumes of information
  • Meticulous with excellent attention to detail
  • Highly organised and able to prioritise tasks
  • Confident, professional, and a great team player
  • Proactive with a positive, can-do attitude

About Us:

Academics is a well-established education recruitment agency with over 20 years of experience. With 120+ staff across 23 offices, we support over 1,000 schools annually-placing nearly 5,000 education professionals into roles each year.

Our Romford office is a lively, fast-paced environment with a strong sense of team spirit and a supportive culture.

What We Offer:

  • Dress-down Fridays
  • Regular team socials & paid nights out
  • Breakfast treats & team lunches
  • Incentives & KPI competitions
  • Inclusive and friendly culture
  • Supportive management and realistic targets
  • Christmas closure (office shut between Christmas & New Year)

Interested?
Send your CV to Craig Walker or reach out directly-Craig will be happy to discuss the role in more detail.