Global Compliance Manager - Maternity cover - FTC - 20 hours per week

Welcome to Spark, where our mission is simple: igniting greatness with every project. 
With over 50 years of experience, we’ve pioneered marketing transformations, partnering with renowned global brands like Netflix, Apple, and Amazon. 
 
Formerly known as AGI, our evolution into Spark signifies our commitment to innovation across all omni channels, from campaign assets to immersive retail experiences. As leaders in creative solutions, we take pride in safeguarding brand integrity and delivering impactful results. Join us in shaping the future of marketing technology at Spark.
 
Together with our people, we believe we can make a real difference to our partners.
 
Role Summary
Spark is seeking maternity cover for a Compliance Manager who will work closely with the CTO and will be responsible for the direction and running of the Security, Privacy, Quality and AI Management Frameworks within all areas of Spark.  You will also be responsible for any new or updated certifications that are needed to align with Spark's business needs in the future.
 
Objectives:

• Oversee the Compliance programmes across all areas of Spark, which includes ISO, TPN and customer specific requirements.
• Maintain and manage certifications in Security, Privacy, Quality and AI Management.
• Obtain and integrate new or updated certifications as required to meet Spark's evolving business needs.
• Support a global multi-jurisdictional scope & office footprint with teams in London, Warsaw, Dublin, Sydney, Singapore, and the US.

 
Curiosity

• Provide continuous improvement in how we manage our Compliance Frameworks throughout Spark globally.
• Regular Internal audits across all accreditations to ensure we are on track as per requirements
• Ensure relevant policies are written and maintained for all compliance needs of the business.

 
Commitment

• Adherence to Quality and Security standards by coordinating with the regulatory bodies to  ensure that we are in line with their needs and expectations and that all outside audits take place in a timely fashion.
• Liaise with risk owners to ensure all company risk assessments are correctly scored and updated.
• Ensure strict conformance with all clients non-disclosure agreements and security policies to ensure that no confidential content is leaked beyond its intended audiences.

 
Creativity

• Effective coordination and management via chairing regular meetings with the global management team in line with management expectations and the requirements of the relevant standards.
• Problem-solving and adapting, by providing continuous improvement in how we manage our quality and security frameworks throughout Spark globally.

Behavioural Characteristics

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written essential.
• Continuous improvement minded.
• Ability to communicate effectively across multiple regions globally.
• Have the ability to multitask effectively. 
• Punctual / Reliable.
• Good team player.
• Curious mindset seeking an in-depth analysis of assertions made.
• A passion for technology is essential.
• Willingness to travel when required.

 
Skills and Experience

• A detail-oriented and well-organised individual.
• Demonstrable work experience with compliance frameworks, eg ISO, TPN. Specifically ISO 27001 (Information Security), ISO 27701 (Privacy/PII), ISO 42001 (Artificial Intelligence Management System - AIMS), and ISO 9001 (Quality Management)
• Have formal training in ISO auditing processes.
• General level of knowledge of all forms of creative adaptation and localisation
• Strong skills in productivity applications such as Excel, Airtable, and Google sites.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects/processes.
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills are required.
• Ability to audit across multiple business lines and disciplines.