Accreditation Specialist - Product Certification

UKAS; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accreditation body in Staines-upon-Thames is seeking an experienced Accreditation Specialist for Product Certification. The role involves providing technical leadership, managing accreditation processes, and engaging with government and industry stakeholders. Candidates should have in-depth knowledge of ISO/IEC 17065 and experience in product certification. This is an opportunity to impact accreditation practices nationally and internationally while supporting UKAS's diverse initiatives.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of ISO/IEC 17065 is essential.
• Strong understanding of regulatory product marking regimes.
• Proven experience in product/service/process certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with stakeholders and customers.
• Support management in accreditation decisions.
• Monitor and improve accreditation processes.
• Lead accreditation assessments against ISO/IEC 17065.

Skills

ISO/IEC 17065 knowledge

Understanding of UKCA and CE marking

Experience in product, service, and process certification

Management systems certification awareness

Job description

Accreditation Specialist - Product Certification

UKAS Staines-Upon-Thames, England, United Kingdom

UKAS is seeking an experienced Accreditation Specialist - Product Certification to provide expert technical leadership across product, service and process certification.

You will manage and deliver accreditation activities, support sector development, and work closely with government, industry and international stakeholders to ensure UKAS services remain relevant, compliant and fit for purpose.

Key responsibilities

• Manage relationships with government, industry, internal stakeholders and customers.
• Support management in technical and operational management, including accreditation decisions and contract reviews.
• Monitor and improve accreditation processes, policies and technical requirements.
• Lead and deliver accreditation assessments against ISO/IEC 17065 and UKAS requirements.
• Contribute to international committees and external affairs, promoting the UK accreditation model.
• Support development projects and the transition of new schemes into operational delivery.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring and oversight to Assessment Managers and Assessors across the business.

Essential experience and knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of ISO/IEC 17065.
• Strong understanding of regulatory product marking regimes, particularly UKCA and CE marking.
• Proven experience in product, service and process certification, with awareness of management systems certification.
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17021 would be desirable, but not essential.

This is a key technical role offering the opportunity to influence accreditation practice nationally and internationally while supporting the continued development of UKAS services.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Fostering a Culture of Belonging

UKAS is proud to be the United Kingdom’s sole Accreditation Body. We wouldn’t be able to do what we do without a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences.

UKAS is committed to promoting a culture of belonging and values the differences and uniqueness that everyone brings to the organisation.

We welcome candidates across all types of backgrounds, circumstances, and identities to support our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) commitments.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Quality Assurance

Industries

• Non-profit Organizations