Senior Risk And Compliance Specialist

Reed Technology; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Senior Risk & Compliance Specialist to lead compliance initiatives and enhance information security. This role involves managing ISO 27001 compliance, developing health and safety frameworks according to ISO 45001, and ensuring audit readiness across multiple regions. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in compliance and risk management, alongside a strong understanding of international safety regulations. Hybrid work is part of the role, ensuring flexibility while maintaining compliance standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or HSE roles within international organisations.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 27001 and involvement in certification processes.
• Familiarity with UK and international safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Act as global administrator and audit lead for ISO 27001 compliance.
• Develop and implement global health & safety programmes.
• Maintain risk registers and produce KPI reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Compliance expertise

Risk management

Strong communication skills

ISO 27001 knowledge

ISO 45001 understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Compliance, Risk, Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

EHS software platforms

ISMS tools

Job description

Senior Risk & Compliance Specialist

Location: Letchworth, Hertfordshire (Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office)
Salary: 50,000 - 70,000 per annum
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Risk & Compliance Specialist to lead our global client's compliance initiatives and drive strategic improvements in information security and health & safety systems. This is a pivotal role for an experienced professional who can manage ISO 27001 compliance across multiple regions and spearhead the development of health and safety frameworks aligned with ISO 45001 standards.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams across the UK, EU, APAC, and the U.S, ensuring audit readiness, risk control documentation, and consistent compliance practices worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• ISO 27001 Leadership:
  • Act as global administrator and audit lead for ISO 27001 compliance.
  • Maintain documentation libraries, track non-conformities, and oversee corrective actions.
  • Partner with IT and Operations to coordinate internal reviews and surveillance audits.
• Health & Safety Strategy (ISO 45001 Readiness):
  • Develop and implement global health & safety programmes.
  • Conduct gap assessments and align policies with international standards.
  • Guide site-level teams on incident logging and compliance obligations.
• Risk & Compliance Management:
  • Maintain risk registers and produce KPI reports for senior leadership.
  • Support client audits and RFP responses with robust documentation.
  • Harmonise compliance practices across global offices.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Compliance, Risk, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or HSE roles within international organisations.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 27001 and involvement in certification processes.
• Familiarity with UK and international safety legislation (HSE standards, OSHA).
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred

• ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or Implementer certification.
• Experience with ISO 45001 programme development.
• Knowledge of EHS software platforms or ISMS tools.