At a Glance
- Tasks: Monitor compliance, manage testing, and lead investigations to ensure quality standards.
- Company: Family-owned business with a supportive and inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Pension contributions, work-life balance, employee discounts, and life assurance.
- Other info: Opportunities for travel and professional growth in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Join a team that values quality and compliance while making a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in compliance, relevant qualifications, and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Hours: Permanent position, 38 hours per week Monday to Friday. Reduced hours would be considered - working on site with travel to suppliers as required.
Main Purpose
Monitor and maintain adherence to all regulatory, certifying bodies and customer compliance requirements. Manage product and material testing, review and approve test reports, investigate test failures, manage non-conformance reporting, lead root cause analysis, and monitor implementation of corrective actions.
About the Role
- Support company to deliver customer expectations in chemical compliance.
- Coordinate and ensure product and material tests are carried out.
- Review and approve test reports from accredited laboratories.
- Investigate test failures, analyse causes and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain non-conformance system and pro-actively seek resolutions.
- Work with production teams to deliver root cause analysis and smooth implementation of corrective actions.
- Conduct factory audits.
- Creating reports to demonstrate performance, document & understand compliance requirements.
- Engage and communicate with suppliers regarding ZDHC & PRSL requirements.
Key Qualities We Are Looking For
- Have previous experience in a compliance role.
- Hold ICA, or equivalent compliance qualification or relevant industry training.
- Have technical knitwear knowledge.
- Familiar with certifying bodies, BSI, GOTS, SFA, RWS, SA800, BCorp.
- Have excellent organisational skills with a high attention to detail.
- Have the ability to manage several tasks and projects simultaneously.
- Have excellent IT skills in Excel, Microsoft Office and power BI (desirable).
- Strong communicator, both written and verbal and proactive problem solver.
- Passionate about delivering a high standard of quality.
Additional Duties
Perform any additional or alternative duties as requested by the Directors as is reasonably expected within the role. Travel to suppliers in line with specific compliance requirements.
What You Can Expect From Us
- Pension Contribution
- Work-Life Balance
- Life Assurance
- Employee Discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
As a family-owned business, we take pride in fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace. We believe in equal opportunities for all, embrace diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note: All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
Compliance Administrator in Hawick employer: Johnstons of Elgin
Johnstons of Elgin is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values diversity and employee growth. Located in the picturesque town of Elgin, this family-owned luxury clothing brand not only provides competitive salaries and flexible working hours but also encourages professional development through training opportunities, including CIPD qualifications. With a commitment to sustainability and a focus on creating a safe environment for all employees, Johnstons of Elgin stands out as a meaningful place to build a rewarding career.
