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Manchester, England, United Kingdom | Epsom, Surrey, England, United Kingdom | London, London, England, United Kingdom | Bristol, Bristol, England, United Kingdom | Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom | Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Overview

The Assurance Advisor will hold a formal auditing qualification, preferably for ISO 27001 and or ISO 9001, and will deliver internal assurance audits across AtkinsRéalis. They are responsible for ensuring audits are conducted in line with AtkinsRéalis Internal Quality Audit Procedure and Management System. They must ensure audits, within their accountability, are appropriately planned, executed and findings are documented and closed out. They are an integral part of the AtkinsRéalis Global Audit Program and are expected to highlight service improvements and inform improved processes to enable better business performance.

The Assurance Advisor will work closely with auditee(s) (typically project managers) from preparation, through audit delivery and raising of non-conformances, to closing out findings and sharing lessons learned. They will be expected to raise awareness of the Company Management System requirements, Regional Procedures and to help drive a quality culture.

Your role

  • Responsible for ensuring audits are conducted in line with AtkinsRéalis Audit Procedure and Management Systems and supporting teams through external audits by 3rd parties including accredited bodies and clients.
  • Must ensure audits, within their responsibility, are appropriately planned, executed and findings are documented and closed out.
  • being an integral part of the AtkinsRéalis Audit Program and are expected to highlight service improvements and inform improved processes to enable better business performance.
  • Follow internal Assurance (including Quality and Security) audit procedures for audit planning, delivery and follow-up. Checking the audits of other Assurance Team auditors.
  • Delivering green, amber and red risk audits, process audits, and verification audits within defined key performance targets, set by the UK and Ireland Operations and Improvements Manager.
  • Supporting an auditee on the close out of findings. Provide enhanced understanding of the Management System to Auditees.
  • Participate in internal improvement projects associated with audit findings, management review and business change as directed by the UK and Ireland Operations and Improvements Manager.
  • Accountable for confidential treatment of records and information they have access to as part of their role as auditor.
  • Act as a mentor and coach to developing Internal Auditors. To lead where required or support the delivery of Root Cause Analysis.
  • Participate and contribute to the UKI Operations Team Operations Plan. Interpret and present audit reports to management when required.
  • May perform such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.
  • Present data in both a written and presentation form to various levels of management.
  • Provide professional quality advice to support the business in delivering excellence.
Project, programme & cost management Quality Control & Assurance

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-148003

Salary range

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Madhan Rangaraju

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About you

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, facilities management, Construction Management, Business Management, Engineering or Technical field required plus auditing experience in delivery, check and review. Master's degree preferred.
  • Must possess experience of conducting audits on consultancy and design projects preferably in an Engineering Consultancy environment.
  • Must possess knowledge and experience of auditing to a management system, aligned to ISO standards.
  • Must hold a recognized, external audit qualification/certification, aligned to Internal auditing, ISO 27001 and or ISO 9001.
  • Organised, articulate and analytical thinker. Excellent communicator, able to quickly build strong relationship and trust.
  • Eye for detail, able to structure reports to meet business needs and clearly able to prioritise and present conclusions in a compelling way.
  • Able to process large volumes of information, identify and differentiate critical information.
  • Able to actively listen and build on a conversation using sound question techniques.
  • A strong relationship builder, able to influence, at all levels, to ensure business engagement and support in implementing improvements.
  • You are not afraid of making decisions, can work autonomously and take initiative.
  • Experience in using problem-solving / root cause analysis techniques, i.e., 8D, 5 why.
  • Is a self-starter who manages their own time and seeks to add value to whatever their task or function.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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