Funding and Compliance Officer – Apprenticeships

University of the Built Environment

. Support funding compliance, audit and assurance activities across the apprenticeship lifecycle .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeReading • United KingdomEntry Level💰 £32,000 - £34,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in apprenticeship funding compliance, audit preparation, and quality assurance, with a strong focus on data accuracy and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in interpreting funding rules and implementing compliance processes to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.

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Apprenticeship Funding ComplianceCompliance AuditsData ValidationStakeholder EngagementAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Funding ComplianceAudit PreparationQuality AssuranceData CleansingPolicy ReviewCompliance Risk AssessmentLearner Record ManagementEvidence GatheringFunding Rule InterpretationProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCollaborative ApproachSolution-Focused MindsetInfluencing SkillsCommitment to Continuous Learning

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeMaytasApprenticeship Service

Certifications & Qualifications

GCSE Maths and English Grade C or 4 or AboveRecognised Apprenticeship QualificationCompliance or Audit Qualification

Industry Keywords

Apprenticeship LifecycleRegulated EnvironmentSubsidy ControlLearner Support FundingOff-the-Job TrainingInternal PoliciesAudit FindingsDLOCKs ResolutionSafeguarding ComplianceHigher Education Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support funding compliance, audit and assurance activities across the apprenticeship lifecycle
Maintain current knowledge of apprenticeship funding rules and associated guidance
Support structured assurance and audit activity against funding rules and internal policies
Identify funding compliance concerns and support corrective actions
Advise colleagues, employers and apprentices on funding and compliance requirements
Review and maintain funding-related policies, procedures and guidance
Review learner changes of circumstance, including breaks in learning, employer changes, withdrawals and programme amendments
Issue, chase and file revised paperwork
Undertake compliance audits covering enrolment, eligibility, learner records, learner support funding, Off-the-Job Training, Gateway preparation, completions and withdrawals
Review audit findings and contribute to recommendations and action plans
Monitor agreed actions and support teams in resolving identified issues
Prepare for internal and external audits by gathering evidence and documentation
Support monthly ILR data validation and quality assurance
Review rule violation reports and resolve data quality issues and Apprenticeship Service mismatches
Maintain accurate learner records and funding data
Support system development and implementation, including testing and validation
Support data cleansing and quality improvement initiatives
Develop staff guidance and external compliance resources
Implement funding rule changes and new compliance processes
Identify process, accuracy and efficiency improvements
Participate in Subsidy Control, Learner Support Funding and other funding assurance reviews
Contribute to the implementation and development of Maytas and other apprenticeship systems
Provide advice and support to University colleagues across apprenticeship services
Assist with training, workshops and awareness sessions
Support Admissions with learner eligibility and funding compliance enquiries
Provide additional support during peak operational periods
Liaise with apprentices, employers, regulators/external auditors, Admissions and Business Development teams
Report to the Apprenticeship Funding & Compliance Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

GCSE Maths and English language Grade C or 4 or above
Experience in a similar role within apprenticeships, funding compliance, education administration or another regulated environment
Experience interpreting and applying apprenticeship funding rules
Experience undertaking compliance, quality assurance, audit or detailed checking activities
Experience supporting audit preparation and evidence gathering
Experience identifying issues and supporting corrective actions within a regulated environment
Understanding of apprenticeship funding and compliance requirements
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to identify, assess and mitigate compliance risks
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Confidence using MS Office, including Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Alignment with the University’s core values and growth mindset approach
Commitment to positive outcomes for apprentices, employers and students
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Collaborative, positive and solution-focused approach
Preparedness to undertake mandatory online training
Compliance with safeguarding, Prevent, and anti-harassment and bullying requirements
Desirable: further education-level qualification
Desirable: recognised apprenticeship, compliance, audit or business qualification
Desirable: experience conducting compliance audits and producing audit reports
Desirable: education, built environment or higher education experience
Desirable: ILR data and funding validation report experience
Desirable: resolving DLOCKs and Apprenticeship Service data issues
Desirable: Off-the-Job Training compliance monitoring
Desirable: system implementation or change project experience
Desirable: Subsidy Control or Learner Support Funding review experience
Right to work, identity, criminal record and three years’ employment history checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

26 days paid holiday, rising to 28 days with service
Paid bank/public holidays
Up to five paid closure days, typically between Christmas and New Year
Holiday buy and sell scheme
Potential paid Wellbeing Day
People’s Pension auto-enrolment through salary sacrifice
Life assurance (death in service) cover
Enhanced pay from day one for some family-friendly leave types
Access to Tax-Free Childcare
Employee Assistance Programme
Thrive Mental Wellbeing app
Mental Health First Aiders and wellbeing policy
Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme
Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Locked bicycle sheds
Employer-funded Health Cash Plan (Simplyhealth)
Voluntary dental insurance (Unum)
Charity giving options, including one voluntary paid day per annum
Lifestyle discounts and everyday savings
LinkedIn Learning and other learning platforms
Flexible start/finish times
Hybrid working between the Horizons, Reading office and home