Compliance Director

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Compliance Director to lead a global compliance function within an innovative organisation in the high-value medical technology sector, operating within stringent quality and regulatory environments.

Reporting to the board,you will drive a best-in-class compliance programme, ensuring strong governance and adherence to global ethical, legal, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the global compliance framework (policies, risk, governance)
• Provide expert guidance on anti-bribery, GDPR, export controls, and ethics
• Support alignment with global regulatory and quality standards (e.g. ISO frameworks and medical device regulations)
• Oversee whistleblowing (Speak Up) processes and investigations
• Drive compliance risk assessments and regulatory horizon scanning
• Deliver training to embed a strong culture of integrity and accountability
• Partner globally to ensure compliance is embedded across operations

• Proven experience in a senior global compliance role
• Strong knowledge of international regulations (e.g. UK Bribery Act, GDPR, FCPA)
• Experience working within regulated, quality-driven environments (e.g. medical devices, life sciences, or similar)
• Understanding of ISO and regulatory frameworks within a broader compliance context
• Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership skills

• Senior leadership role with global impact
• Opportunity to shape compliance strategy in a regulated, innovation-led sector
• Competitive salary, bonus and strong benefits package

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