Information Security Compliance Manager ( Manchester )

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and telecoms provider in the UK seeks a Compliance Manager to lead information security compliance efforts. The role involves managing the ISMS, ensuring compliance with standards like ISO27001, and delivering training programs. Candidates must have proven experience in security compliance, strong knowledge of relevant standards, and hold certifications like ISO27001 and CISA. Hybrid working is available, requiring 3 days in the Manchester office.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Private Medical Insurance

Up to 6% pension contribution from employer

25 days annual leave plus birthday leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in security compliance and stakeholder management.
• Strong knowledge of ISO27001, PCI DSS, and other relevant standards.
• Certifications such as ISO27001 LA/LI, PCI Implementer, CISA are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance compliance with multiple security standards.
• Manage the organisation's Information Security Management System (ISMS).
• Deliver internal security awareness and training programmes.

Skills

Security compliance management

Stakeholder management

Knowledge of ISO27001

Knowledge of PCI DSS

Education

ISO27001 LA/LI certification

CISA certification

Tools

NIST

Job description

• Opportunity to lead infosec compliance across a dynamic technology organisation.
• Competitive salary and benefits

About Our Client

The employer is a leading technology and telecoms service provider. They are committed to delivering innovative solutions while maintaining high-security standards to support their operations. The company offers a broad portfolio of services including network, cloud, voice, and security solutions.

Job Description

• Maintain and enhance compliance with multiple security standards (e.g. ISO27001, PCI, Cyber Essentials).
• Manage the organisation's Information Security Management System (ISMS).
• Lead responses to customer security questionnaires and support proposal/audit requests.
• Deliver internal security awareness and training programmes.
• Analyse emerging compliance requirements and advise on alignment strategies.
• Support resilience planning and external audit coordination.
• Contribute to NIST maturity assessments and regulatory readiness.

The Successful Applicant

• Proven experience in security compliance and stakeholder management.
• Strong knowledge of ISO27001, PCI DSS, and other relevant standards.
• Holds certifications such as ISO27001 LA/LI, PCI Implementer, and CISA
• Additional qualifications like CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or ISO22301 are desirable.
• Background in telecoms or regulated sectors is advantageous.
• Comfortable working across multiple projects and adapting to evolving business needs.

What's on Offer

• Discretionary bonus
• Private Medical Insurance
• Max. 6% pension contributed from employer
• 25 days AL plus birthday leave
• Hybrid working - 3 days in Manchester office