Management Systems & Audit Manager

Management Systems and Audit Manager - New Malden (hybrid). UK citizenship required, 25% travel. The role reports to the Quality & Mission Assurance team and manages the Integrated Management System (IMS) and a risk-based audit programme., * Lead the development, maintenance and continual improvement of Northrop Grumman UK’s IMS, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 20000-1, ISO 27001 and ISO 14001.

• Manage the company’s external ISO certification portfolio and support new certification achievements aligned to business strategy.
• Develop and oversee a three-year risk-based audit programme covering internal processes, programmes, suppliers, customers and external assurance activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by partnering with process owners and business functions to enhance efficiency, effectiveness and compliance.
• Lead and develop the Management Systems and Audit team, providing coaching, support and professional development opportunities.
• Monitor performance metrics, identify trends, risks and opportunities, and provide meaningful reporting to senior stakeholders.

• Proven experience managing and improving integrated management systems within a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of management system standards and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience creating, managing and delivering risk-based audit programmes.
• Lead Auditor qualification.
• Excellent stakeholder-management skills with the ability to influence and build strong relationships across all organisational levels.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a UK Government security clearance (SC or eligible)., * Auditor qualification and/or working knowledge of ISO 27001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 44001, ISO 31001 or ISO 22301.
• Experience working within defence, security, engineering, technology or other highly regulated sectors.
• Experience using SharePoint and digital management systems.

• Flexible working options, including compressed fortnight arrangements where applicable.
• Private healthcare and cash health plan.
• Holiday purchase and sell scheme.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Career development and learning programmes.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Life assurance.
• Wellbeing initiatives and support networks.