Compliance Manager

Compliance Manager We are working exclusively with a leading food business in London that is looking for an experienced Compliance Manager to establish and lead a newly created role within the technical function. You will oversee all aspects of compliance, ensuring full adherence to UK/EU legislation, customer requirements and third-party audit standards, while driving continuous improvement across the business. This role has been introduced to strengthen the business’s technical and compliance capabilities. On offer * Salary of £50,000 - £55,000 + up to 10% bonus * Hybrid working * 25 days holiday + bank holidays * Company pension * Healthcare options * Retailer, health and leisure discounts and offers Key Responsibilities * Champion food safety, legal compliance and a strong food safety culture across all sites. * Manage internal and external audits, ensuring the business stays audit-ready year-round. * Oversee key technical systems including QMS, internal audits, pest control and QC insights. * Review compliance, complaint and supplier data to drive improvement. * Be the go-to contact for ethical, environmental and social responsibility information, supporting ESG initiatives. * Lead packaging compliance, including EPR reporting and recyclability assessments. * Collaborate with operations, supply chain, sales and technical teams to resolve issues and improve processes. * Build strong relationships with suppliers, customers and regulatory bodies. * Manage, coach and develop a small Quality and Compliance team. About You * Degree in Food Science / Technology or similar. * Strong knowledge of UK and EU food legislation and food safety systems. * 3 years food industry experience, ideally including compliance or technical management. * Confident communicator with strong stakeholder-influencing skills. * Previous line management experience. * HACCP Level 3 (Level 4 desirable). * Experience with GFSI/BRC, ESG topics or technical system implementation is an advantage. Why Apply? ✔ A brand-new role with real scope to shape and grow the function ✔ Cross-functional exposure and influence ✔ Opportunity to drive food safety, compliance and ESG strategy If you are looking for a new role and your experience fits what my client is looking for please apply to this advert