Integration & Audit Manager

Integration & Audit Manager Location:  North West – Includes Travel and an element of Hybrid Working Employment type: Full Time – Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday What’s in it for you… We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.?  25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays Group Personal Pension Plan Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications 24/7 access to a virtual GP? and Mental health support & counselling services?  Cycle to Work scheme?  Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more?!  Life assurance cover?  Long service recognition?  Enhanced Maternity Pay Paid volunteering opportunities in your community?  About the role… As an Integration & Audit Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring robust compliance and continuous improvement across the Group’s SHEQ and management systems. You will be responsible for monitoring and reviewing adherence to ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards, alongside contract and legislative requirements, while leading internal audits and driving system enhancements. Central to the role will be taking ownership of integrating newly acquired businesses into the Group, ensuring alignment with the Ipsum established processes and standards, and leading the extension of scope ISO certification audits as part of the integration process.  You will act as a key point of coordination, providing regular updates on integration progress on an ongoing basis and work collaboratively to maintain high standards of quality, safety, and environmental performance across the organisation. As a Integration & Audit Manager you will… Monitor and review group, divisional and business unit performance to ensure compliance with ISO management systems, client requirements, and legislative obligations Analyse audit and inspection outcomes, providing monthly trend insights and performance updates to Managing Directors Contribute to monthly performance reporting for Board submissions and Divisional ILT and SLT meetings, highlighting key risks and improvement areas Support and actively participate in SHEQ leadership meetings, taking ownership of assigned actions and driving resolutions Lead the SHEQ integration of new businesses into the Group, ensuring alignment with systems, standards, and processes Manage and deliver ISO audits, including scope extensions, re-certifications, and internal audits across both new and existing business units About you… You will bring strong experience from a SHEQ, compliance, or audit-focused role, ideally within a multi-site or regulated environment. With in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001, you will have proven experience leading internal and external audits, including certification and re-certification processes. You’ll be confident supporting business integrations and extending ISO scope to new entities, with a solid understanding of UK SHEQ legislation and the ability to analyse performance data, identify trends, and deliver clear, actionable insights to senior stakeholders. You are a proactive and accountable professional with excellent communication and influencing skills, capable of engaging stakeholders at all levels and driving meaningful change. A collaborative leader, you foster a strong team culture while maintaining high standards of integrity and governance. Adaptable, resilient, and solutions-focused, you thrive in dynamic environments and continuously seek opportunities to improve performance and align activities with wider business objectives. Our commitment to Equal Opportunities... We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.  Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.  Next steps... If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info