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Technical Compliance Officer

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ 34,000 - 36,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Norwich

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a Technical Compliance Officer to lead the technical governance of product compliance across the Group. This is a key role responsible for ensuring that all products are fully tested, certified, and legally compliant prior to release to market.

You will act as the primary technical interface between the business, certification bodies, and internal stakeholders, ensuring compliance with UK and international regulations while supporting new product development and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Own and maintain all third‑party product certifications and accreditations across the Group
Lead the technical certification pathway for new products, including:

Factory Production Control
Product testing
Safety FMEA
Engagement with Notified Bodies

Act as the internal subject matter expert on UK and international legislation, Building Regulations, and construction product standards
Monitor regulatory and standards changes, completing impact assessments and briefing stakeholders accordingly
Develop and maintain a digital “Golden Thread” of product compliance information, ensuring Declarations of Performance are accurate, current, and accessible
Conduct internal inspections and supplier audits to verify compliance with agreed standards
Identify technical and compliance risks and ensure corrective actions are implemented in a timely manner
Performance & Accountability

Deliver new product certifications in line with agreed development and launch plans
Ensure all certifications and accreditations remain accurate, current, and compliant throughout the product lifecycle
Minimise non‑conformances during external audits and ensure effective corrective actions
Complete clear and robust legislative impact assessments for regulatory updates
Protect the business from risk associated with non‑compliance, fines, or certification withdrawal
About You

Essential:

Degree or HND/HNC in Engineering or Construction (or equivalent experience)
Hands‑on experience in product compliance, certification, or regulatory roles
Strong working knowledge of:

UKCA and CE conformity marking
Product testing and certification to BS/EN/ISO standards
UK Building Regulations (ADB, ADF, ADL, ADQ)

Experience working with Notified Bodies
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
Confident communicator, able to explain complex technical information to non‑technical stakeholders
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), with strong technical documentation skills
Desirable:

PRINCE2 or equivalent project‑management qualification
Experience within PVCu window and door systems or extrusion processes
Understanding of sealed unit and glass manufacturing
Experience using ERP, PLM, or compliance data‑management systems
Working Arrangements

Occasional nationwide travel, with some overnight stays
Flexibility required to work outside normal hours when necessary
Why Join Us?

Competitive Salary
31 days holiday (increasing with service within 2 years), plus an additional paid day for your birthday with the option to buy more holiday via salary sacrifice
Pension – with up to 4 x salary & income protection, with the option to potentially save on tax and National Insurance via our salary sacrifice arrangement
Comprehensive health & well-being benefits including access to in-house occupational health & well-being resources, discounted gym memberships, employee assistance programme, & mental health resources
Heavily discounted group discount scheme on all products
Salary sacrifice benefits – enjoy perks such as pension, cycle to work, electric car purchase, and additional annual leave, while potentially reducing your tax and NI contributions
Career development and continuous learning opportunities

Important Information About Right to Work

We’re delighted that you’re considering joining our team. For this role,  applications will only be accepted from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK, or who can independently secure this right. This position does not meet the Home Office requirements for employer visa sponsorship.

If you’re unsure about your eligibility, you can find helpful information on the UK government website

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