Senior Manager – Compliance & Business Delivery Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) Location: On-site Salary: £60,000-£65,000 (DOE) Contract: Full Time | Permanent Reports to: Managing Director Level: Senior Leadership Team / Executive

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager – Compliance & Business Delivery to join a growing organisation operating within a regulated manufacturing environment.

This is a critical senior leadership role, acting as the Managing Director’s operational deputy, with responsibility for overseeing day-to-day business operations, compliance, and delivery.

The role is designed to strengthen leadership capacity, ensure operational continuity and support long-term business growth as the organisation evolves.

Key Responsibilities:

Executive Leadership & Deputy Responsibilities: Act as the Managing Director’s deputy for operational, compliance and delivery matters Provide day-to-day leadership across the business Support strategic planning and long-term organisational development Represent the business with customers, suppliers, auditors and stakeholders Operations & Manufacturing Management: Lead operational activities including production, engineering collaboration and quality control Ensure delivery of high-quality output aligned with customer and regulatory requirements Monitor and report on KPIs including efficiency, quality, cost and delivery Supply Chain & Procurement: Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement and logistics Manage supplier performance, risk and resilience Develop cost-effective and compliant sourcing strategies Quality & ISO Governance: Hold accountability for the Quality Management System (ISO 9001) Lead internal and external audits Drive continuous improvement and corrective action initiatives Defence & Regulatory Compliance: Provide oversight of defence and regulated programmes Ensure compliance with defence standards, export controls and contractual obligations Support bid reviews, contract reviews and programme assurance activities Act as a key point of contact for auditors and regulatory bodies Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance: Ensure compliance with HSE legislation and environmental standards Lead risk assessments, incident investigations and corrective actions Promote a strong safety and compliance culture Financial & Commercial Management: Manage operational budgets and resource planning Identify cost-saving and efficiency improvements Support pricing, project costing and commercial decision-making Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement: Lead and develop operational, quality and compliance teams Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and partners Promote cross-functional collaboration across the business Skills, Experience & Qualifications Essential: Significant senior leadership experience in operations, manufacturing, supply chain, quality or compliance Experience within regulated manufacturing environments Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and quality systems Experience managing regulatory compliance and defence-related contracts Ability to operate at executive level alongside senior leadership Desirable: Experience in defence, aerospace or high-reliability electronics sectors Knowledge of export controls, sanctions and regulatory frameworks Experience supporting organisational growth or leadership transition Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Operations or Business Personal Attributes: High integrity and accountability Strategic thinker with strong operational focus Calm, resilient and decisive under pressure Confident leader with the ability to act autonomously Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Performance Measures: Operational efficiency and delivery performance Audit outcomes and regulatory compliance Supply chain performance and cost control Health, safety and environmental standards Successful transition of day-to-day operational leadership Summary: This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced professional looking to step into a strategically influential role, combining operational management, compliance oversight and business leadership within a complex, regulated environment