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Head of Compliance
Job Posted: 7 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Head of Compliance - Lead the Future of Food Safety at Pret
Are you a compliance leader who lives and breathes food safety, brand integrity, and operational excellence? We are working exclusively with Pret who are looking for a Head of Compliance to safeguard its brand, ensure its global standards are met, and lead a high-performing team across equity shops and franchise partners.
You'll be the guardian of Pret's food compliance systems - from specification management to franchise partner oversight - ensuring our customers get the trusted, delicious Pret experience every time. You'll shape policies, embed best practice, and drive continuous improvement across the business, all while supporting Pret's global expansion and transformation initiatives.
What You'll Do:
Lead compliance to Pret's Food Technical & Safety Framework across equity and franchise operations
Own and manage recipe/specification systems, ensuring accurate product data worldwide
Drive audits, risk management, and continuous improvement programs
Collaborate cross-functionally to embed compliance into strategy and business growth
Build and maintain technical relationships with franchise partners
Lead, inspire, and grow a multidisciplinary compliance team
Monitor KPIs, analyse trends, and deliver actionable insights
Represent Pret externally to stay ahead of industry trends and regulatory developmentsYou'll Need:
Extensive experience in food safety, technical leadership, and compliance across retail, manufacturing, or franchise models
Proven track record in policy development, compliance verification, and business transformation projects
Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
HACCP Level 4, advanced Food Safety certifications, and Lead Auditor training desirable
Recognised industry expertise and the ability to lead high-performing teamsPerks & Extras:
Nationwide and international travel - see the food world up close
Up to 33 days of holiday including (flexi) Bank Holidays
Free private medical cover, with the option to add family or partner at an additional cost
4% of your pension contribution matched by Pret
Life assurance at 3x annual salary
Loyalty award for 5, 10, 15, 20 years' service
Flexi-time and hybrid working (3 days in the office, two days at home)
Lifestyle savings
Season ticket loans
Healthcare cash plan
Financial wellbeing provisions
Free mortgage services
Sabbatical after 3 years
Opportunities to support our charity, The Pret Foundation
Work at the heart of Pret's technical team shaping the future of food
Be part of a brand renowned for quality, ethics, and innovation
If you're ready to shape Pret's compliance strategy, drive global standards, and make an impact across thousands of shops and franchise partners, this is your chance to step into a role where your expertise truly matters.
For further information, contact Luan Harrison at MorePeople. Alternatively, press 'Apply Now' and help lead Pret's mission to keep food safe, legal, and deliciousBefore You Apply
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