Compliance Officer in Stalybridge

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading manufacturer based in Stalybridge. Role: Compliance Officer Location: Stalybridge Salary: £30,000 Hours of work: Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm Role Overview: The Compliance Officer will be responsible for ensuring the company meets all legal, environmental, and accreditation-related obligations across the UK. This role supports the company’s commitment to sustainability, quality assurance, and continual improvement, playing a key part in driving initiatives toward Net Zero and maintaining robust compliance systems. Key Responsibilities Environmental & Sustainability Compliance * Take full responsibility for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance for UK sites. * Ensure adherence to all applicable environmental legislation. * Maintain and manage the ISO 14001 Business Risks & Opportunities Register. * Develop, update, and oversee the company’s Carbon Reduction Plan. * Lead the company’s progress on its Journey to Net Zero. * Prepare and submit Evergreen environmental compliance documents. Accreditations & Audits * Manage all accreditation schemes, including CHAS, All for one, Constructionline, and FSC. * Lead internal green initiatives and company-wide sustainability programmes. * Conduct internal audits in line with ISO standards and company procedures. * Support the Quality & Environmental Manager in preparing for ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 external audits. * Assist the Quality & Environmental Manager with administrative and compliance-related duties. Compliance Administration * Handle and complete all customer compliance questionnaires. * Maintain the company’s Approved Supplier List, ensuring suppliers meet compliance and quality requirements. Personal Profile A successful Compliance Officer will be knowledgeable in local laws, standards, and auditing techniques relevant to the organisation. They should demonstrate: * attention to detail and the ability to understand and evaluate the significance of compliance. * Effective time management skills. * Excellent verbal and written communication abilities. * Strong interpersonal skills * Confident presentation and public speaking skills. * Confidence in challenging non compliance Experience Requirements * Preferably 1+ years of experience in a compliance-related role. * Preferably qualified to ISO9001 or ISO14001 internal auditing * Experience in undertaking internal audits * Experience with assisting in external ISO & accreditation audits * Experience with basic Microsoft software Please note that Mpeople cannot respond to all applicants due to the high volumes of CV\’s received on a daily basis. Should you not receive a response within 5 working days please accept that on this occasion your application hasn’t been successful. Mpeople wishes you all the best in your job search