Compliance roles and responsibilities
Who holds which compliance responsibilities at Just Gold, from the CEO to every staff member and contractor.
Easy Read
This policy is about who makes sure we follow the rules.
Following the rules is everyone's job.
The CEO is responsible in the end.
The CEO approves major contracts and declarations.
Managers keep their teams on track every day.
Staff and contractors follow the policies and raise concerns.
The Board oversees governance, big risks and the CEO's work.
In plain language
Compliance is everyone's job, not just one person's. The CEO is ultimately accountable and approves major contracts and declarations. Managers keep their teams compliant every day. Staff and contractors follow the policies and raise concerns. The Board oversees governance, high level risk and the CEO's performance.
Full policy
Section 10: Legislative and compliance frameworks
Our policies are underpinned by legal obligations and regulatory standards. This section outlines key frameworks we align with and how compliance is monitored, reviewed, and embedded across the organisation.
Policy statement
Compliance is a shared responsibility, embedded in leadership, culture, and systems. This policy clarifies who holds what responsibilities to ensure compliance isn’t left to chance.
Compliance responsibilities by role
| Role | Key responsibilities |
|---|---|
| CEO | Ultimate accountability for compliance across Just Gold. Oversees audits, risk registers, and external reporting. Approves all major contracts, declarations, and legislative interpretations. |
| Managers and leads | Ensure day to day compliance in teams and projects. Monitor, report, and respond to breaches. Embed training and practice standards. |
| Staff and contractors | Know and follow relevant policies. Complete required declarations. Raise concerns, near misses, or potential breaches. |
| Board of Directors | Monitor governance and high level risk. Ensure legal and ethical obligations are fulfilled. Review strategic compliance frameworks and CEO performance. |
Application
Applies to all staff and operational settings, including contractors and external consultants engaged in project delivery.
- Status
- Under review
- Version
- 2.0
- Last updated
- 14 May 2025
- Effective date
- 14 May 2025
- Review date
- March 2027
- Owner
- CEO, Just Gold