ISO27001 Lead auditor

Velocity Talent; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A UKAS-accredited certification body is seeking an experienced ISO 27001 Lead Auditor to join their team. The role involves leading and conducting ISMS audits to ensure compliance with ISO standards. You will work from home with regular travel to client sites in London and the surrounding areas. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ISO 27001 auditing and the ability to produce clear, objective audit reports.

Qualifications

• Proven experience conducting ISMS audits, specifically against ISO 27001 standards.
• Ability to produce clear and objective audit reports.
• Experience leading audits independently or in teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct audits for ISO 27001.
• Assess client ISMS implementations for conformity.
• Lead audits independently or as part of a team.

Skills

ISO 27001 auditing

ISO 17021 compliance

ISMS implementation assessment

Education

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification

Job description

Location: London / Greater London / Home-based with regular travel

Reports To: Certification Manager / Head of Audit and Compliance

Department: Information Security Certification

About Us

We are a UKAS-accredited certification body delivering independent audit and certification services across multiple management system standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 27001. Our goal is to help organisations demonstrate compliance, strengthen governance, and continuously improve.

Were seeking a qualified ISO 27001 Lead Auditor based in or around London to join our expanding audit team. Youll lead and conduct Information Security Management System (ISMS) audits in line with ISO / IEC 27001 : 2022 , ISO 17021 , and UKAS requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, conduct, and report Stage 1, Stage 2, surveillance, and recertification audits for ISO 27001.

Assess client ISMS implementations for conformity and effectiveness against ISO / IEC 27001 : 2022.

Lead audits independently or as part of a multi-standard team (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 22301, ISO 27701).

Produce clear, objective audit reports with evidence-based findings and r...