Assurance and Certification Manager

Assurance and Certification Manager

Location: Portsmouth, Hybrid (2 days p/week)
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000

Are you passionate about driving compliance, risk management, and organisational excellence in a dynamic, collaborative environment? Robert Half we are seeking an experienced Assurance and Certification Manager to work with their leading MSP client

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of assurance, compliance, and certification frameworks.
• Manage and sustain ISO accreditations (eg, ISO 9001, 14001, 27001, and others) and integrate emerging AI standards into organisational processes.
• Conduct comprehensive internal and external audits, risk assessments, and compliance gap analyses across multiple regions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align certification objectives with corporate strategies, client expectations, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead global compliance initiatives within IT and technical delivery environments, ensuring industry best practices are implemented and maintained.
• Create and deliver data-driven strategic reports and accountability measures for key stakeholders.
• Drive risk-mitigation strategies within a complex, fast-paced organisational ecosystem.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A minimum of five years' experience in assurance, certification, compliance, and internal audit management.
• Demonstrable expertise in achieving and maintaining accreditation for standards such as ISO 9001, 27001, 14001, EcoVadis, 45001, 22301, 20000, and emerging AI standards.
• Proven track record conducting audits, risk assessments, and gap analyses across diverse geographies.
• Experience in technical IT delivery or complex product environments preferred.
• Recognised professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, ISO Lead Auditor, or equivalent qualifications are highly desirable.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Attention to Detail: Exceptional thoroughness and accuracy in navigating complex standards and compliance landscapes.
• Problem-Solving Ability: Analytical mindset to perform risk evaluations and develop effective solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Growth-focused with a commitment to staying ahead of evolving standards and industry trends.
• Collaboration: Ability to effectively engage multicultural, cross-regional teams in certification and compliance initiatives.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and mentor assurance teams while aligning processes with business objectives.
• Organisation & Communication: Skilled in project management, clear strategy presentation, and data-driven decision-making.

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