Global Technical Quality & Audit Governance Lead

Membership Bespoke; Ashford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Flexible working hours

Offices adjacent to Ashford station

Job summary

International Trade Association in Ashford, Kent is seeking a Technical Quality & Audit Governance Manager to oversee a global audit programme and ensure consistency with ISO standards. This role focuses on technical oversight, quality assurance and continuous improvement rather than traditional internal audits.

You will support an international auditor network, review findings, and contribute to policy development, audit methodology, and governance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Recognised ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification is essential.
• Minimum of three years' experience in a Lead Auditor or equivalent audit-focused role.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of internal and third-party audits across a global network.
• Ensure audits comply with governance, policies and ISO standards.
• Review audit reports and findings, providing constructive challenge.
• Coordinate international audit activities and manage queries from auditors.

Skills

Lead Auditor

ISO 9001

Audit governance

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Auditing methodologies

Education

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification

Internal Auditor qualification

Tools

Quality management systems

Job description

International Trade Association in Ashford, Kent is seeking a Technical Quality & Audit Governance Manager to oversee a global audit programme and ensure consistency with ISO standards. This role focuses on technical oversight, quality assurance and continuous improvement rather than traditional internal audits.

You will support an international auditor network, review findings, and contribute to policy development, audit methodology, and governance initiatives.