Compliance Specialist / Manager

Compliance Specialist / Head of Compliance
Scotland-based with UK travel (based on site)

Overview
A multi-site manufacturing organisation is seeking a Compliance Specialist / Head of Compliance to take a central role in managing compliance standards across its UK and European operations. This is not an operational HSE or environmental position. Instead, the role focuses on governance, certification, responsible sourcing, auditing, documentation, and helping the business stay aligned with current and emerging regulations.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the organisation's approach to compliance, certification and responsible sourcing
Manage due diligence processes and supplier assessments
Maintain and coordinate certification programmes
Support the development and coordination of management systems
Plan, manage and support internal and external audits across multiple sites
Monitor regulatory changes affecting sustainability, supply chains and corporate governance
Support corporate compliance areas including modern slavery, anti-bribery and ethical sourcing

Candidate Requirements
Background in compliance, governance, sustainability, auditing or certification
Strong experience with audit processes (internal auditor or lead auditor qualification desirable)
Ability to work across multiple sites and functions
Strong skills in documentation control, process governance and policy development
Confident communicator capable of engaging senior leadership and external auditors
Organised, structured and able to manage both strategic and practical elements of compliance