Policy & Standards - French Speaking

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd; Gibraltar; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a French speaking Policy and Standards Expert for their client in Gibraltar. Ideal candidates should possess strong analytical skills and expertise in safety governance. Responsibilities include tracking UK and EU legislation and ensuring compliance across operations. This role offers a competitive salary package of £45-60k and the flexibility of hybrid working.

Benefits

Excellent salary and benefits package

Hybrid working with strong flexibility

Opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated, technical or safety-critical environment (railway, transport or infrastructure).
• Understanding of UK or European legislation and proven experience drafting safety-related documentation.
• Ability to analyze complex technical information and provide operational guidance.

Responsibilities

• Track UK and European safety legislation and assess its impact.
• Translate regulatory developments into internal requirements.
• Maintain a register of applicable legislation ensuring documentation is current.

Skills

Fluent French

Analytical skills

Collaborative working

Compliance knowledge

Digital proficiency with Microsoft 365

Education

Qualification in safety, engineering, or regulatory discipline

NEBOSH General Certificate in Health and Safety

Job description

French speaking Policy and Standards Expert

South Kent - hybrid working

£45-60k DOE + excellent benefits

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment are supporting a leading organisation in a safety-critical transport setting. This role is ideal for a standards or regulatory specialist looking to shape policy and strengthen compliance.

As Policy and Standards Expert, you will track UK and European safety legislation, assess its impact, and ensure internal standards stay aligned. This suits someone analytical, collaborative and committed to high safety governance.

Your responsibilities will include :

• Tracking new and updated UK and European safety regulations and identifying how they apply across the organisation
• Translating regulatory developments into clear internal requirements and ensuring these are reflected in operational standards and management systems
• Maintaining an accurate register of applicable legislation and ensuring documentation remains current, consistent and well governed
• Leading the internal coordination of safety standards, ensuring high-level policies are reviewed, updated and easily accessible
• Analysing audit outcomes, safety events and compliance assessments to determine any regulatory or procedural improvements
• Providing expert advice on safety and regulatory considerations to technical and operational stakeholders
• Supporting governance forums and working groups focused on policy, procedures and system-wide safety standards
• Advising on regulatory aspects of organisational or technical change to ensure compliance with recognised change management principles
• Representing the business in external forums and industry groups, contributing to discussions and safeguarding organisational interests
• Promoting the principles of ISO 45001 and driving continual improvement in safety management practices

What we’re looking for :

• Fluent French and English
• Qualification in a safety, engineering or regulatory discipline
• NEBOSH General Certificate in Health and Safety
• Experience working in a regulated, technical or safety-critical environment (railway, transport or infrastructure advantageous)
• Understanding of UK or European legislation and proven experience drafting or interpreting safety-related documentation
• Ability to analyse complex technical information and translate it into practical, operational guidance
• Confident communicator capable of influencing senior stakeholders and contributing to cross-functional decision making
• High level of digital proficiency, particularly with Microsoft 365
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multi-stakeholder environment, including cross-border or bilingual settings

Why apply?

• Unique chance to join a high-performing organisation in a heavily regulated and technically fascinating environment
• Excellent salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working with strong flexibility
• Real influence in shaping policy and operational safety standards
• Opportunity to develop within a specialist regulatory and governance function
• A welcoming team culture that values collaboration, expertise and continuous improvement

This role is being managed by Emily Powell, Associate Director and Anna Sikora, Recruitment Consultant for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.

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