Compliance Specialist / Head of Compliance
Scotland-based with UK travel (based on site)
Overview
A multi-site manufacturing organisation is seeking a Compliance Specialist / Head of Compliance to take a central role in managing compliance standards across its UK and European operations. This is not an operational HSE or environmental position. Instead, the role focuses on governance, certification, responsible sourcing, auditing, documentation, and helping the business stay aligned with current and emerging regulations.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the organisation's approach to compliance, certification and responsible sourcing
* Manage due diligence processes and supplier assessments
* Maintain and coordinate certification programmes
* Support the development and coordination of management systems
* Plan, manage and support internal and external audits across multiple sites
* Monitor regulatory changes affecting sustainability, supply chains and corporate governance
* Support corporate compliance areas including modern slavery, anti-bribery and ethical sourcing
Candidate Requirements
* Background in compliance, governance, sustainability, auditing or certification
* Strong experience with audit processes (internal auditor or lead auditor qualification desirable)
* Ability to work across multiple sites and functions
* Strong skills in documentation control, process governance and policy development
* Confident communicator capable of engaging senior leadership and external auditors
* Organised, structured and able to manage both strategic and practical elements of compliance