Senior Compliance Manager

Permanent Futures Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking manufacturer in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Compliance Manager to oversee compliance, risk management, and regulatory standards across operations. The ideal candidate will possess proven leadership skills and deep knowledge of ISO standards. This pivotal role offers strategic influence and the opportunity to champion health and safety across various environments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior compliance or risk management role within a complex, regulated environment.
• Deep knowledge of ISO standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and continuously improve existing ISO certifications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to embed compliance across systems.
• Manage inspections, audits, and external reviews with confidence.

Skills

Leadership presence

Knowledge of ISO standards

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder influence

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.

In this pivotal role, you will serve as the company s senior authority on compliance, risk management, and regulatory standards across both manufacturing operations and construction activities.

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.

Ideal candidate / Qualifications

• 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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