Ethics and Compliance Manager at The Crown Estate in London, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

compliance investigations

risk assessments

kpi reporting

policy monitoring

issue reporting

training development

Supporting other areas of Legal and Compliance team e.g. FoI Transparency and Records & Information Management.
Support investigations on a range of compliance topics (Code of Conduct, Anti-Bribery and Corruption; Financial Crime; Conflicts of Interests etc.)
Support the implementation and manage elements of the Ethics & Compliance programme in relation to all enterprise wide regulatory, legal and ethical policy obligations relevant to the current or planned activities of The Crown Estate.
Advise the Ethics & Compliance Director updates to relevant laws and regulations and assessing the implications of regulatory, legal and ethical obligations on current and planned activities.
Supporting the establishment of appropriate KPI’s and preparing regular reports to communicate compliance matters to relevant stakeholders.
Assist in the development and maintenance of a robust third-party risk management process and assist in conducting third party risk assessments and due diligence.
Design and conduct regular monitoring as necessary to ensure effectiveness of key controls and compliance with relevant policies and procedures. Support the assessment of company procedures, practices, and documentation to identify possible weaknesses or risks alongside the Ethics & Compliance Director.
Manage the reporting of issues and deviations to policy
Assist in the development and deployment of compliance related communications, training, systems and programmes.

Requirements

aml

sanctions

risk assessment

stakeholder management

analytical skills

training

Clear minded analysis and the provision of appropriate risk solutions in diverse and evolving businesses.
Extensive knowledge of legal, regulatory and sector specific compliance requirements, standards and guidance.
Stakeholder management skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Proven experience in financial crime compliance (AML, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery, Anti-Fraud, Anti-Tax Evasion) experience is essential. AML is a priority.
Experience in developing and managing a compliance programme in a dynamic corporate environment.
Experience of working with Internal Audit/Third Line/Risk functions.
Understanding of compliance frameworks, risk assessment and control design
Analytical skills to assess compliance risks and develop effective strategies to mitigate them.
Experience of developing and providing effective training
Customer focused mindset, demonstrated interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills and ability to navigate the ‘grey’

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£15.8 billion

Asset Base

The company manages a substantial financial portfolio worth £15.8 billion.

£742.6 million

Annual Revenue

Its annual revenue reached £742.6 million in 2023.

185,000 acres

Rural Holdings

The company owns and manages over 185,000 acres of farmland, forests, and minerals.

Born from an Act of Parliament in 1760, it has evolved into a modern steward of land, property, and seabed across the UK.
Its portfolio spans rural acres of farmland, forests, and minerals; iconic urban hubs like Regent Street and St James’s; and marine seabed rights.
It develops and regenerates places—mixing science parks, housing, and leisure destinations—bringing new life to towns and cities.
It is a power player in offshore wind and marine energy, managing seabed leasing and supporting floating windfarms.
Its urban precincts—West End, regional retail, workplaces, and residences—combine heritage with modern development.
Unique among landowners, it manages Windsor Great Park and the Windsor Estate, blending conservation with commercial use.
A distinctive model: it operates commercially and returns all profit to the Treasury while working in the national interest.

Culture + Values

Caring. We look after the world around us and each other. We treat people, places and the environment with care.
Together. We work together and with others to deliver on our purpose. We focus on understanding the real needs of those around us.
Creative. Creativity enables us to unlock new ideas and solve problems. We embrace original thinking and the best ideas.
Impactful. Positive impact and financial performance go hand in hand. We align our actions with our purpose and make a difference.

Environment + Sustainability

15% Reduction

Energy Consumption

Achieved a 15% reduction in energy consumption in 2023/24 compared to the 2021/22 baseline.

11.8 GW

Offshore Wind Capacity

Operational offshore wind capacity is sufficient to power nearly 11 million homes.

300 km hedgerows

Afforestation Efforts

Planted 300 km of new hedgerows and 280 hectares of woodland as part of environmental restoration initiatives.

£20 million

Rural Environment Fund

Invested £20 million in environmental restoration and rural development programs.

Supports carbon capture and storage via seabed leasing, aligned with UK government’s Sixth Carbon Budget, aiming for four active CO₂ storage sites by 2030.
Seagrass, oyster, kelp, and native oyster restoration supported via Whole-of-Seabed and OWEC programmes.
Net zero target aligns with UK’s 2050 goal; net zero update published in April 2025, featuring science-based emissions-reduction targets.

Inclusion & Diversity

Representative Diversity & Inclusion group focused on eliminating systemic bias, race/ethnicity/culture, LGBT+, gender, and accessibility.
Disability Confident Level 2 employer with guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates.
Focus on increasing representation of Black and Asian communities and LGBT+ at senior leadership.
Gender equality awareness and action on inequality, bias, identity.
Accessibility partnerships with AccessAble, Purple and Business Disability Forum; developing accessibility guides for destinations.

Articles

Annual Report & Press Releases

Offshore Wind Projects

Windsor Estate Overview

Property & Places – Urban Projects

Marine – Carbon Capture & Storage

Role

Description

compliance investigations

risk assessments

kpi reporting

policy monitoring

issue reporting

training development

Supporting other areas of Legal and Compliance team e.g. FoI Transparency and Records & Information Management.
Support investigations on a range of compliance topics (Code of Conduct, Anti-Bribery and Corruption; Financial Crime; Conflicts of Interests etc.)
Support the implementation and manage elements of the Ethics & Compliance programme in relation to all enterprise wide regulatory, legal and ethical policy obligations relevant to the current or planned activities of The Crown Estate.
Advise the Ethics & Compliance Director updates to relevant laws and regulations and assessing the implications of regulatory, legal and ethical obligations on current and planned activities.
Supporting the establishment of appropriate KPI’s and preparing regular reports to communicate compliance matters to relevant stakeholders.
Assist in the development and maintenance of a robust third-party risk management process and assist in conducting third party risk assessments and due diligence.
Design and conduct regular monitoring as necessary to ensure effectiveness of key controls and compliance with relevant policies and procedures. Support the assessment of company procedures, practices, and documentation to identify possible weaknesses or risks alongside the Ethics & Compliance Director.
Manage the reporting of issues and deviations to policy
Assist in the development and deployment of compliance related communications, training, systems and programmes.

Requirements

aml

sanctions

risk assessment

stakeholder management

analytical skills

training

Clear minded analysis and the provision of appropriate risk solutions in diverse and evolving businesses.
Extensive knowledge of legal, regulatory and sector specific compliance requirements, standards and guidance.
Stakeholder management skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Proven experience in financial crime compliance (AML, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery, Anti-Fraud, Anti-Tax Evasion) experience is essential. AML is a priority.
Experience in developing and managing a compliance programme in a dynamic corporate environment.
Experience of working with Internal Audit/Third Line/Risk functions.
Understanding of compliance frameworks, risk assessment and control design
Analytical skills to assess compliance risks and develop effective strategies to mitigate them.
Experience of developing and providing effective training
Customer focused mindset, demonstrated interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills and ability to navigate the ‘grey’

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£15.8 billion

Asset Base

The company manages a substantial financial portfolio worth £15.8 billion.

£742.6 million

Annual Revenue

Its annual revenue reached £742.6 million in 2023.

185,000 acres

Rural Holdings

The company owns and manages over 185,000 acres of farmland, forests, and minerals.

Born from an Act of Parliament in 1760, it has evolved into a modern steward of land, property, and seabed across the UK.
Its portfolio spans rural acres of farmland, forests, and minerals; iconic urban hubs like Regent Street and St James’s; and marine seabed rights.
It develops and regenerates places—mixing science parks, housing, and leisure destinations—bringing new life to towns and cities.
It is a power player in offshore wind and marine energy, managing seabed leasing and supporting floating windfarms.
Its urban precincts—West End, regional retail, workplaces, and residences—combine heritage with modern development.
Unique among landowners, it manages Windsor Great Park and the Windsor Estate, blending conservation with commercial use.
A distinctive model: it operates commercially and returns all profit to the Treasury while working in the national interest.

Culture + Values

Caring. We look after the world around us and each other. We treat people, places and the environment with care.
Together. We work together and with others to deliver on our purpose. We focus on understanding the real needs of those around us.
Creative. Creativity enables us to unlock new ideas and solve problems. We embrace original thinking and the best ideas.
Impactful. Positive impact and financial performance go hand in hand. We align our actions with our purpose and make a difference.

Environment + Sustainability

15% Reduction

Energy Consumption

Achieved a 15% reduction in energy consumption in 2023/24 compared to the 2021/22 baseline.

11.8 GW

Offshore Wind Capacity

Operational offshore wind capacity is sufficient to power nearly 11 million homes.

300 km hedgerows

Afforestation Efforts

Planted 300 km of new hedgerows and 280 hectares of woodland as part of environmental restoration initiatives.

£20 million

Rural Environment Fund

Invested £20 million in environmental restoration and rural development programs.

Supports carbon capture and storage via seabed leasing, aligned with UK government’s Sixth Carbon Budget, aiming for four active CO₂ storage sites by 2030.
Seagrass, oyster, kelp, and native oyster restoration supported via Whole-of-Seabed and OWEC programmes.
Net zero target aligns with UK’s 2050 goal; net zero update published in April 2025, featuring science-based emissions-reduction targets.

Inclusion & Diversity

Representative Diversity & Inclusion group focused on eliminating systemic bias, race/ethnicity/culture, LGBT+, gender, and accessibility.
Disability Confident Level 2 employer with guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates.
Focus on increasing representation of Black and Asian communities and LGBT+ at senior leadership.
Gender equality awareness and action on inequality, bias, identity.
Accessibility partnerships with AccessAble, Purple and Business Disability Forum; developing accessibility guides for destinations.

Articles

Annual Report & Press Releases

Offshore Wind Projects

Windsor Estate Overview

Property & Places – Urban Projects

Marine – Carbon Capture & Storage