ISMS and Compliance Manager - Automotive Business

SKF Group; Göteborgs kommun; Hybrid; SEK 715 000 - 992 000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive firm is seeking an ISMS and Compliance Manager to lead compliance efforts for its Automotive Business. The role emphasizes regulatory adherence, strategic decision-making, and effective communication with stakeholders. Ideal candidates have a strong compliance background, relevant certifications, and are passionate about information security. This position allows for a healthy work-life balance while working in a motivated team.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Supportive company culture

Influence over work processes

Qualifications

• Strong regulatory background in tech and experience in dynamic environments.
• Certifications in information security like CISM, CISSP, CISA.
• Proven experience in regulatory frameworks and audit procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain ISMS towards ISO 27001.
• Coordinate compliance procedures and policies.
• Deliver compliance reporting to CISO.

Skills

Compliance management

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Academic degree in relevant field

Tools

SNOW IRM

MS Purview Compliance Manager

Job description

Overview

In September of 2024, SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, with the objective to build two world-leading businesses. The role you are applying for will be part of the automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market.

Are you passionate about keeping SKF Automotive secure? Do you enjoy working with regulatory requirements and compliance needs? Are you interested in working with enterprise-wide global security policies and procedures? We are now looking for a...

ISMS and Compliance Manager – Automotive Business

As ISMS and Compliance Manager, you will work as part of the Security Assurance team to ensure the core compliance framework of ISMS is maintained industry-leading standards in terms of meeting robust compliance standards with ISO 27001 and other regulatory needs like TISAX, NIS2, local/regional requirements.

You will play a key role in managing efforts to develop and implement the ISMS. You will work across the organisation to ensure the integrity of the ISMS is maintained and complied with by different roles, both central and regionally located. Your role will be both strategic and hands-on—leading key decision-making in real time while continuously and proactively improving processes that will help the overall compliance posture of Automotive.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the ISMS towards ISO 27001 as the core compliance framework in SKF Automotive, meeting all central requirements and capabilities.
• Coordinate with different roles and responsibilities to ensure their current procedures and methods are being reflected in the ISMS policies and that SKF Automotive is compliant.
• Develop and implement a strategy to implement ISMS in SKF Automotive with continuous monitoring mechanisms.
• Work closely with different management systems to ensure that we together build a cohesive management system.
• Work closely with various key stakeholders and regulatory bodies to understand regulatory needs for SKF Automotive and utilize ISMS to meet those demands effectively and efficiently, both centrally and in regional scopes.
• Work hands-on with different tooling ex. SNOW IRM and MS Purview Compliance Manager module to enable automated compliance reporting.
• Deliver compliance/non-compliance reporting to CISO to better facilitate appropriate measures for continued compliance.
• Understand and translate regulatory needs to be met by the ISMS requirements and meet protocols for continuous audit requirements.
• Facilitate risk management policies and procedures in Automotive for Information Security to ensure all controls are managed in a compliance manner.
• Enable and deliver continuous learning, awareness, and communication requirements for all stakeholders and various departments to understand and maintain compliance.
• Build robust compliance requirements for core security processes, including security incident management, asset management, and cloud infrastructure.
• Facilitate regular ISMS audits and manage audit findings through ISMS requirements for internal, external and regulatory audits.

Qualifications

• A seasoned compliance manager with a strong regulatory background in tech and with experience in dynamic environments.
• A natural problem-solver with the ability to act fast and decisively under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and can educate, inform, and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Certifications in the information security domain like CISM, CISSP, CISA or others to demonstrate advanced knowledge.
• Passion for building a world-class information security management function and shaping the future of resilience with new functions, improving processes, and working in dynamic environments.
• Enjoy taking ownership and leading with a strategic mindset while maintaining a hands-on approach when needed.
• Proven experience in regulatory frameworks and attending audit checks and validation procedures.
• An academic degree in a relevant field, or equivalent working experience.
• Comfortably and effectively communicating in English, both verbally and in written form.

SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF

Our offer

We offer an opportunity to make a difference in the Automotive Business, working together with a highly motivated team that shares a mission to protect and secure, as well as contribute to the greater good of the company. You will have considerable influence over how and when you work, enjoying both freedom and responsibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Some additional information

Location: While EMEA is our preferred location for this position, we are open to discussing other Automotive locations for the right candidate (with a general preference for the candidate will be hired at a local contact).

This position is a global role and reports to the CISO. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Stina Scheller, Recruitment Expert Automotive EMEA, via email [e-mail] (Please note that we do not accept applications via email).

Is this you? If the answer is yes, please submit your application, along with your CV in English, by October 5th, 2025.

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the Recruitment Expert.