Senior Compliance Manager

Permanent Futures Limited; Farsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the UK is looking for an experienced Senior Compliance Manager to influence compliance strategy and drive improvement across the organization. The ideal candidate has proven experience in compliance management and a deep knowledge of ISO standards. This role includes collaboration with senior leadership and managing regulatory relations. The company values a proactive approach to risk and compliance improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior compliance or risk management role.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and enterprise risk management.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve existing ISO certifications.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to embed compliance.
• Act as contact for regulatory bodies.
• Lead implementation of emerging standards.
• Identify and escalate key business risks.

Skills

Proven experience in senior compliance

Deep knowledge of ISO standards

Strong leadership presence

Proactive approach to compliance

Job description

Overview

Futures recruitment are looking for an experienced Senior Compliance Manager ready to step into a senior leadership role with real influence and strategic visibility. Our client a well known manufacturer, is an award-winning, forward-thinking business where compliance isn't just about ticking boxes — it's central to how they operate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and continuously improve existing ISO certifications.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders across IT, Procurement, and Operations to embed compliance across internal systems and external supply chains.
• Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies, auditors, and client compliance teams — managing inspections, audits, and external reviews with confidence.
• Lead the strategic implementation of emerging standards (e.g. AI governance, and Business Continuity Planning).
• Partner with executive leadership to shape risk appetite and align compliance initiatives with broader business objectives.
• Identify, assess, and escalate key business risks to the Executive Leadership Team, supporting strategic decision-making.
• Ensure enterprise-wide compliance with data protection, privacy, and technology governance standards.
• Champion health & safety and regulatory adherence across factory environments and active construction sites.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate: Proven experience in a senior compliance or risk management role within a complex, regulated environment.
• Deep knowledge of ISO standards, regulatory frameworks, and enterprise risk management.
• Strong leadership presence, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive, future-facing approach to compliance — someone who anticipates risk and drives continuous improvement.

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