PSMS Manager

LTE Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK social enterprise is looking for a Payment Security Management System Manager in Manchester. This role involves ensuring compliance with PCI DSS standards and collaborating with internal teams to maintain ISO certifications. Ideal candidates will have PCI SSC certification and several years of experience in compliance efforts. The position offers a full-time contract with generous benefits, including annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

26 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Significant pension contribution

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proficiency in developing and implementing PCI policies, standards, and procedures.
• Experience working with on-premises infrastructure or systems.
• Ability to work efficiently cross-functionally with team members.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and compliance of PCI DSS standards.
• Collaborate with the compliance team to maintain ISO certifications.
• Play a key role in ensuring security and quality standards in the organization.

Skills

PCI SSC certification

4+ years of PCI-DSS compliance experience

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented and results-focused

Strong team player

Job description

Role Overview

This role will focus on supporting the implementation and ongoing compliance of PCI DSS standards, working closely with internal teams and external agencies during audits. Based at our Head Office in Openshaw, the position also involves collaborating with the compliance team to maintain and achieve ISO certifications, including ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 22301, and ISO 20000. As part of the Quality Team within a larger unit delivering Information Services, Data, and Project Management across the Group, you will play a key role in ensuring robust security and quality standards. We have an exciting opportunity to join our Information Services (IS) Department as a Payment Security Management System (PSMS) Manager on a permanent, full‑time (37 hours per week) basis.

Qualifications

• PCI SSC certification.
• At least 4 years of experience supporting or leading an organisation’s PCI‑DSS compliance effort, working with ISA or QSA.
• At least 1 year of experience of direct or indirect work with on‑premises infrastructure or systems.
• At least 1 year of experience developing and implementing PCI policies, standards, and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a solid foundational understanding and experience in process, relationship, and program management.
• Highly motivated self‑starting professional with a profound understanding of PCI DSS requirements and testing methodology.
• Detail‑oriented, results‑focused, and a proven track record of driving tasks to completion.
• Strong team player with a demonstrated ability to work efficiently with other team members cross‑functionally and across the team.

Benefits

• 26 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

About the LTE Group

The LTE Group is the largest social enterprise in the UK dedicated to lifelong learning; we truly believe in the power of education to change lives. We consist of The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We are committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for our learners.

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre‑screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.