Quality Auditor

Location: West London / South London / Surrey / Kingston on Thames
Salary: 50,000 - 70,000 + Benefits
Citizenship: UK Citizenship required for SC Clearance requirments
Are you UK Citizen and experienced Quality Auditor looking for a dynamic role where you can make a real impact?
We are seeking a skilled professional to lead internal audits and coordinate external and corporate audits in alignment with a risk-based audit schedule. This role is crucial in ensuring that management systems effectively support business operations and comply with relevant standards, regulations, and best practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

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  In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 20000, or ISO 14001 standards.
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  Lead Auditor qualification in one or more of the above standards.
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  Extensive experience conducting audits against one or more of these standards.
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  Proven track record in driving resolution and closure of non-conformities.
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  Strong experience working in cross-functional teams and building positive relationships with colleagues across various departments.

Responsibilities:

General

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  Support the Management Systems and Audit Manager in setting and implementing objectives.
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  Assist in the collation and analysis of audit-related metrics to support Management Reviews.
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  Develop and maintain a three-year risk-based audit programme covering internal business processes, programmes, external ISO, corporate, customer, and supplier audits.
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  Map audits conducted against ISO clauses to assess clause coverage across the three-year period, identifying and addressing any gaps.
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  Report audit results and non-conformity status to the Management Systems and Audit Manager.
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  Develop and deliver audit-related training and briefing materials for employees as needed.
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  Work collaboratively with Management Systems Analysts to identify and prioritise continuous improvement initiatives.

External and Corporate Audits

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  Coordinate external and corporate audits, liaising with auditors to agree on scope, schedules, and agendas.
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  Identify and brief appropriate auditees to support external and corporate audits.
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  Support the provision of required information and data to auditors ahead of fieldwork.
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  Maintain and update the centralised corrective actions database, tracking findings from all audits.
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  Coordinate and collate management responses post-audit and track audit findings to closure within agreed timelines.

Internal and Supplier Audits

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  Conduct internal business process audits and general supplier audits as per company procedures.
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  Prepare for internal audits by identifying scope, risks, and focus areas.
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  Develop templates and checklists to support audit consistency and effectiveness.
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  Conduct audits in a constructive and pragmatic manner, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and reduce complexity.
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  Capture audit results in comprehensive reports and provide constructive feedback to stakeholders.
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  Track corrective actions to closure, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
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  Support supplier evaluation and risk assessment activities as needed.
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  Conduct general supplier audits to ensure quality processes and deliverables.
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  Assist the Mission Assurance team with specialist programme, customer, and supplier audits.

Benefits:

We offer a range of flexible and hybrid working options, including an optional compressed working schedule with every other Friday off.
Our benefits package includes private healthcare, career development opportunities, and performance bonuses.

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