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BOS Lead Auditor - Contract Position (Inside IR35)
Location: West Midlands, UK
Duration: 9-month initial contract (high likelihood of extension)
Status: Inside IR35
Rate: Competitive (subject to PAYE deductions)
A leading manufacturing business in the West Midlands is seeking a skilled BOS (Business Operating System) Lead Auditor to join their team on a contract basis. This is an inside IR35 position, offering a 9-month initial contract.
As an inside IR35 contractor, you will be considered an employee for tax purposes, with Income Tax and National Insurance contributions deducted at source. You may be entitled to certain statutory employment benefits and company perks typically provided to employees.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive audits of the Business Operating System across all departments
- Assess the effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas for improvement
- Develop and implement risk-focused audit plans
- Lead a team of junior auditors in executing audit activities
- Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings to senior management
- Collaborate with various departments to establish and maintain control frameworks
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
- Provide recommendations for process improvements and risk mitigation strategies
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Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or related field
- Certified Lead Auditor qualification (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and IATF 16949)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in auditing roles, preferably in manufacturing environments
- Strong knowledge of Business Operating Systems and internal control frameworks
- Extensive experience with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 9001 standards
- Proven track record of conducting integrated management system audits
- Working knowledge of industry-standard tools including FMEA, APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC, DoE, GD&T, and 8D
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Outstanding communication and leadership abilities
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Preferred Skills:
- Experience with lean manufacturing principles
- Familiarity with quality management systems
- Knowledge of risk management and compliance regulations in the manufacturing sector
- Understanding of environmental management systems and occupational health and safety standards
- Experience in automotive industry quality standards and processes
The successful individual will join a business that focuses on creating long-term value for customers and employees through a passionate dedication to excellence and a disciplined management process. This drives a sustained competitive advantage in a dynamic market.
The best part of this is, if you are successful in getting the job, we guarantee that you are going to love it. Why? For every 100 people we recruit, 96% are still with their company 12 months later, and 94% are still there 2 years later. That speaks for itself.
Want to be a part of this? Of course, you do! If you have the entrepreneurial spirit and passion this position requires, get in touch before the deadline expires.
To apply, click on the apply button below, contact Gareth Symms, or call the Mercury Hampton office directly on (phone number removed). We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two working days.
