At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and enhance global audit programmes while ensuring compliance with standards.
- Company: Join a respected international trade association in Ashford, Kent.
- Benefits: Up to £55,000 salary, flexible hours, free parking, and career development.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for growth and collaboration within a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on quality and compliance in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in audit compliance and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.
International Trade Association Ashford, Kent (Office Based)
Salary: Up to £55,000 dependent on experience + benefits
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 35 hours per week
Flexible working hours available: 8am–4pm / 9am–5pm / 10am–6pm
Free parking available | Located next to Ashford International Station
Our client, a well-recognised international trade association, is seeking an experienced and motivated Audit Compliance Manager to join their Head Office team in Ashford, Kent. This is an exciting opportunity for a quality and audit professional to play a key role in maintaining and enhancing a robust global audit programme within an internationally respected organisation.
The successful candidate will work across the Quality Department and Corporate Membership Services Department, supporting internal and third-party audit activities and ensuring compliance with governance, policy, and internationally recognised standards.
The Role
The Audit Compliance Officer will support the Quality Manager in delivering and continuously improving the organisation’s internal and third-party audit programme using a risk-based approach. You will help ensure audit activities remain professional, effective, and compliant, while identifying opportunities for improvement and driving positive change across the audit function. The role also includes coordination and support of a global audit team, producing reports and recommendations, conducting internal audits, and helping maintain ISO-aligned quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure all audits are conducted in accordance with governance, policies, procedures, and ISO 17024 standards.
- Support and monitor audit team objectives and performance.
- Coordinate and manage global audit activities and resolve audit-related queries.
- Perform internal audits and document findings clearly and accurately.
- Produce concise audit reports highlighting concerns, risks, trends, and recommendations.
- Conduct trend analysis and use audit outcomes to support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collate, analyse, and present audit performance data and metrics.
- Review audit reports and communicate required amendments effectively.
- Produce and maintain audit-related procedures, documentation, and bulletins.
- Manage feedback processes and follow up on audit findings to ensure timely resolution.
- Promote quality improvement across the audit team and wider organisation.
- Identify and report significant findings and risks to management.
- Assist with audit team recruitment and support training and development activities.
- Provide guidance and training to auditors and staff on audit best practice.
- Support research and improvement initiatives relating to audit systems, software, and reporting processes.
- Assist with ad hoc projects and office duties as required.
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Membership Bespoke is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Central London. With a strong focus on employee development and a hybrid working model, we provide our team with the flexibility to thrive while enjoying competitive salaries, commission opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. Join us to lead impactful membership growth initiatives and engage with a passionate community, all while being part of a supportive and collaborative culture that values innovation and professional growth.
