Lead Auditor

ANS Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm in Manchester is looking for a Lead Auditor to support ISO-based management systems and compliance across various areas. The role includes planning internal audits, managing compliance documentation, and delivering training. Ideal candidates will have a strong attention to detail and experience with certifications like PCI DSS and SOC 2. This position is vital for promoting compliance awareness and managing stakeholder relationships within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor ISO-aligned internal management systems.
• Plan and conduct internal audits; assist with external audits.
• Update and manage compliance policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Deliver compliance training and promote standards awareness.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and support compliance queries.
• Track and resolve non-conformities and opportunities for improvement.
• Support GDPR, risk management, and access control requirements.
• Oversee systems for business continuity and quality management.
• Complete partner audits and external data centre audits.
• Assist with certifications like PCI DSS and SOC 2.

Skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Role Overview

The Lead Auditor supports the maintenance and improvement of ISO-based management systems and the Integrated Management System (IMS). The role covers compliance areas including information security, risk, business continuity, incident, service, quality, environmental, and partner management. It involves managing related policies, processes, and procedures, while promoting compliance awareness across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor ISO-aligned internal management systems.
• Plan and conduct internal audits; assist with external audits.
• Update and manage compliance policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Deliver compliance training and promote standards awareness internally and externally.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and support client compliance queries.
• Track and resolve non-conformities and opportunities for improvement.
• Support GDPR, risk management, and access control requirements.
• Oversee systems for business continuity, environmental, service, information security, and quality management.
• Complete partner audits and external data centre audits.
• Assist with certifications (e.g., PAS 2060, SECR, PCI DSS, CE+, SOC 2).

Skills & Attributes Required

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.