Compliance Technologist

Henderson Brown Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Compliance Technologist to lead compliance and quality systems. You will oversee technical documentation, manage supplier assurance, and ensure adherence to industry standards. The ideal candidate has a strong background in food safety and technical compliance, along with excellent communication skills. This role offers autonomy and a chance to impact food safety and brand integrity significantly.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical compliance within the food industry.
• Knowledge of BRCGS standards and food safety regulations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical compliance across the business.
• Manage specifications and technical queries.
• Oversee packaging compliance and approvals.
• Drive supplier assurance and raw material risk management.
• Maintain Quality Management System and audit readiness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical compliance

Quality management

Supplier assurance

Job description

Compliance Technologist

Suffolk

£38,000 - £43,000 d.o.e

Are you a passionate technical professional with an eye for detail and a drive for excellence? This is your opportunity to join a fast-growing premium food manufacturer, renowned for quality, authenticity, and innovation.

As the Compliance Technologist, you'll take ownership of the site's compliance agenda - leading quality systems, technical documentation, and supplier assurance across a vibrant, hands‑on manufacturing environment. This role offers real influence, autonomy, and the chance to make a measurable impact on food safety, quality, and brand integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Champion technical compliance across the business, ensuring all systems, policies, and documentation meet BRCGS, retailer, and legislative standards.

Lead customer‑facing technical activity - from managing specifications and new line forms to responding to technical queries and audits with professionalism and accuracy.

Oversee packaging compliance and artwork approvals, guaranteeing all labelling, claims, and declarations are accurate, legal, and consistent with brand standards.

Drive supplier assurance and raw material risk management, including supplier approval, ongoing assessments, and performance reviews.

Maintain and develop the Quality Management System, internal audit schedule, and traceability processes to ensure continual improvement and audit readiness.