Hybrid Global Standards Development Lead

The British Standards Institution (BSI); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 27 days

Health insurance

Pension plan

Life insurance

Income protection

Maternity leave

Paternity leave

Parental leave

Adoption leave

Bereavement leave

Learning & development

Flexible benefits

Job summary

BSI, based in Covent Garden, London, is seeking a Standards Development Manager to shape national and international standards. You will manage committees, drive strategic initiatives, and influence best practices across multiple sectors.

The role emphasises stakeholder engagement, effective facilitation, and robust portfolio leadership. This hybrid position invites candidates with strong communication and relationship-building skills who can navigate complex projects and contribute to global

Qualifications

• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Project management skills.
• Proactivity and autonomy.
• Agility and curiosity.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of standards committees, projects, and programmes across safety, food and healthcare-related sectors.
• Engage with key stakeholders including industry experts, government bodies, and trade associations.
• Drive strategic development, identifying opportunities for new standards and expanding BSI’s influence in the sector.
• Represent the UK internationally, providing expert input on European and global standardisation efforts.
• Monitor sector developments and emerging trends to help shape future standards and priorities.
• Ensure timely project delivery, overseeing workflows and collaborating with internal teams, including Content, Marketing, and Policy.
• Provide expert guidance to committee chairs, participants, and stakeholders, facilitating discussions and building consensus.

Skills

Strong communication

Facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Proactivity/autonomy

Agility/curiosity

Job description

BSI, based in Covent Garden, London, is seeking a Standards Development Manager to shape national and international standards. You will manage committees, drive strategic initiatives, and influence best practices across multiple sectors.

The role emphasises stakeholder engagement, effective facilitation, and robust portfolio leadership. This hybrid position invites candidates with strong communication and relationship-building skills who can navigate complex projects and contribute to global