Associate Director - Health and Safety in City of London

Associate Director - Health and Safety in City of London

City of London Full-Time 60000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Shirley Parsons

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead health, safety and wellbeing initiatives across diverse environments.
  • Company: Dynamic organisation focused on creating a positive safety culture.
  • Benefits: Hybrid working model, competitive salary, and professional development opportunities.
  • Other info: Join a forward-thinking team with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on health and safety while leading high-performing teams.
  • Qualifications: Degree and NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent; strong leadership and communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

We are looking for an experienced Associate Director – Health, Safety & Wellbeing to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across a diverse portfolio of operational, commercial, residential and retail environments. This senior leadership role will drive a positive safety culture, lead high-performing teams, and ensure health, safety and wellbeing are embedded across all business activities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the Health, Safety & Wellbeing team, driving performance and capability.
  • Provide strategic direction on health, safety and wellbeing across complex operational environments.
  • Influence senior stakeholders and ensure accountability for HSW performance.
  • Oversee risk management, audits, inspections and compliance programmes, including ISO 45001.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including CDM Regulations.
  • Lead incident management, investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Drive HSW transformation programmes, innovation and best practice.
  • Develop strong relationships with regulators, contractors and key stakeholders.
  • Provide assurance and reporting to senior leadership on HSW performance and risk.

About You

  • Essential: Degree, NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Chartered IOSH, IIRSM or equivalent membership.
  • Significant experience leading health and safety within complex operational or construction environments.
  • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver organisational change.
  • Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, compliance and best practice.
  • Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Associate Director - Health and Safety in City of London employer: Shirley Parsons

As an Associate Director in Health, Safety & Wellbeing at our London office, you will join a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. We offer a hybrid working model, allowing for a balanced work-life integration, alongside opportunities for continuous development and leadership training. Our commitment to fostering a positive safety culture and driving innovation ensures that you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of health and safety across diverse environments, making this an exciting and rewarding place to advance your career.

Shirley Parsons

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Shirley Parsons Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Associate Director - Health and Safety in City of London

Strategic Leadership
Operational Oversight
Health and Safety Management
Team Development
Risk Management
Auditing and Inspections
ISO 45001 Compliance