Assurance and Certification Manager

A Managed Service Provider client of ours is looking for an Assurance and Certification Manager to lead the certification, compliance, and internal audit frameworks, ensuring high standards across their global operations.

• Manage certification and recertification projects, including ISO 27001, 9001, 14001, 45001, EcoVadis, and emerging AI standards.
• Act as the primary contact for certification bodies, external auditors, and regulatory agencies.
• Develop and oversee internal and external audit programs, producing detailed management reports with KPIs.
• Conduct risk assessments, maintain non-conformance logs, and drive corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with data protection laws (eg, GDPR) and support acquisition integration.
• Deliver training and build relationships with stakeholders to promote compliance best practices.
• Lead process optimization and influence quality and security strategies.

• Minimum 5 years' experience in certification, compliance, assurance, and internal audit management.
• Expertise in ISO accreditations (eg, 9001, 27001, 14001, 45001, 22301, 20000) and AI standards.
• Proven audit and risk assessment experience, ideally in a complex IT environment.
• Professional qualifications (eg, CIA, CISA, ISO Lead Auditor) preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with a growth mindset.
• Collaborative leader with attention to detail and strategic thinking.

• Permanent role
• Up to £70,000
• Hybrid working - Location: London with occasional travel to Portsmouth

To be considered, please ensure you complete your application on the Computappoint website. Services offered by Computappoint Limited are those of an Employment Business and/or Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Assurance and Certification Manager | Permanent | London and Portsmouth | Up to £70,000