Compliance Manager

A highly respected, well-established engineering and manufacturing solutions provider is seeking a Compliance Manager to join its leadership team. The business specialises in precision engineering, delivering end-to-end solutions from design through to production, supporting clients in highly regulated sectors. Known for technical excellence, quality, and solving complex challenges, it partners with leading organisations across aerospace, defence, energy, and advanced industrial markets, underpinned by strong accreditations and a culture of continuous improvement.

As Compliance Manager, you will take full ownership of the organisation's compliance framework, ensuring adherence to all customer, regulatory and contractual obligations. Acting as the key interface between the business, its customers and regulatory bodies, you will lead on export controls, data handling standards and compliance with aerospace and defence requirements, including AS9100.

Key Responsibilities for the Compliance Manager

Review and interpret customer specifications, contracts and regulatory requirements
Lead export control activities and ensure compliance with applicable legislation
Develop, implement and maintain compliance policies, processes and controls
Support audits and complete customer compliance documentation (e.g. JOSCAR, REACH, IT/Cyber)
Ensure secure handling of sensitive and controlled data
Monitor compliance risks, reporting and escalating where necessary
Deliver training and guidance across the business
Drive continuous improvement of compliance systems and processesAs an experience Compliance Manager, you will demonstrate;

Proven experience in a compliance management role within a regulated engineering or manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of aerospace and/or defence standards
Experience managing export controls and regulatory frameworks
Ability to interpret complex contractual and legislative requirements
Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skillsThey offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and reward your contribution. This includes a range of health and wellbeing services such as online GP appointments, physiotherapy, personal training, nutrition support and medical advice. Employees can also access a 24/7 confidential helpline, take advantage of their cycle-to-work scheme and free on-site parking, and benefit from a variety of internal and external training opportunities. In addition, they share 5% of profits before tax equally across the workforce on a quarterly basis, and review salaries annually in line with profits and inflation (with a 3% increase applied this year). They also provide a death-in-service benefit of three times salary, paid to your nominated beneficiary.

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