Compliance PRG Placement

Compliance PRG Placement

Department: Compliance

Job:

As the Compliance Intern you will support Porsche Retail Group's Compliance function in the performance of its day-to-day oversight, governance and administrative duties.

This is a Placement Year position for a candidate currently studying an Undergraduate degree at university, seeking a placement for their third year. The role will commence in August 2026.

Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation and assurance of all compliance management sub-processes including but not limited to: compliance planning, tone from the top management, new starter compliance training, incident management, helpdesk provision, compliance topic management, compliance risk assessments, compliance training, compliance communications, business partner checks and know your customer (‘KYC’) processes (including politically exposed persons), gift management process, compliance auditing, compliance reporting and directives management;
• Managing the Compliance Helpdesk, logging and recording queries and taking a proactive role in dealing with enquiries/issues with a view to assisting with their resolution and response in a timely manner.
• Assist the Compliance team with open-source searches, KYC and money laundering checks relating to customers and third-party suppliers.
• Assisting with the administration, investigation, resolution and reporting of key Compliance and GDPR issues, such as incidents, data subject rights requests, data privacy complaints and breaches.
• Supporting the Compliance team in ensuring compliance with relevant FCA rules, relevant legislation and guidance as well as internal Directives and processes.
• Supporting with the organisation of face-to-face training events, including invitation management and completing attendee training registers.
• Supporting PRG’s Head of Compliance in the preparation of Compliance summary updates on relevant topics, including but not limited to regulatory changes and ad-hoc projects.
• Preparing PowerPoint presentations, as required, using a high level of creativity to interpret the desired messages in an effective and memorable manner and in compliance with house styles.
• Helping with the preparation of Compliance reports and presentations.
• Assisting in general Compliance administrative matters and record-keeping within the Compliance team, including but not limited to, copying, scanning, emailing and processing documents.
• Supporting with communications and activities with the Porsche Cars Great Britain (‘PCGB’) Legal and Compliance team.
• Dealing effectively and professionally with all internal (UK and Porsche AG) stakeholders; and external parties to create strong working relationships.
• Taking minutes of meetings and recording actions, as required.
• Updating the Compliance intranet pages.
• Be an ambassador for a positive Compliance culture within the business.
• Being an active participant in the annual Porsche Intern Project, having a meaningful role in raising awareness, support, and money for the Company charity partner.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

• Studying a degree in Finance, Economics, Law, Business, Politics, History, International Relations, or similar analytical and/or research-oriented course and on course for a 2:1 undergraduate degree or above.
• Ability to work quickly, independently, diligently and efficiently with a high level of organisation and attention to detail.
• A naturally inquisitive mind with a desire to understand the operation of all aspects of the business, including Compliance, Risk Management and Anti-Money Laundering.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Good IT literacy and the ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications

• Problem-solving skills, with the confidence to seek resolutions.
• Pro-active approach to work, anticipating future challenges and requirements and escalating early.
• Confidence to work with Directors and Senior Management teams.
• Strong research, analytical and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Strength of character, to manage conflict in a calm and effective manner.
• Willingness to travel, on occasions, to locations across Southeast England to visit our 7 Porsche Centres and Distribution Centre.
• Full Driving Licence.

Benefits:

Porsche Retail Group is committed to promoting a culture that champions diversity and equal opportunities.

PRG believe diverse teams are catalysts of innovation and create multiple new ideas. One of our priorities is to celebrate diversity in all its dimensions while shaping an aspirational and inclusive company culture.

In return, you’ll enjoy:

• Highly Competitive salary.
• Fixed hours each week - 5 days per week, Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.30pm.
• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Preferential rates on several products and services, including high street brands, restaurants, gyms and Porsche products.
• Life Assurance.
• DC Pension Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme - support and advice on issues impacting your wellbeing.
• Dedicated mental health champions.
• Opportunity to visit the Porsche Experience Centre in Silverstone and drive the full Porsche vehicle range.

Location:

Porsche Retail Group Head Office is located conveniently by junction 12 of the M4, adjacent to a retail park, gym, and well-known fast-food restaurants. It is within walking distance of Theale's main line train station and a bus stop which operate regular services to Reading Town Centre.

Due to the high volume of applications we generate for our vacancies, we are regrettably not able to send a personalised reply to every applicant.

How to apply

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