Auditor – Management Systems

Job Description:

Department: Technical
Reporting to: Technical/Operations Manager or Certification Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
Effective From: 01 July 2025

Role Overview:

The Auditor – Management Systems is responsible for planning, executing, and reporting audits of client organizations to evaluate their compliance with applicable ISO standards. The auditor is expected to adhere to the principles of ISO/IEC 17021-1 and ISO 19011, ensuring audits are conducted with competence, impartiality, and consistency. The role also contributes to business development by identifying new opportunities and referring potential clients through professional interactions and personal networks.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Audit Planning and Preparation

• Review client scope, management system documentation, and audit history.
• Prepare risk-based audit plans, checklists, and schedules as per ISO 19011 and ISOQAR procedures.
• Coordinate with clients to finalize logistics and ensure audit readiness.

2. On-Site and Remote Auditing

• Conduct Stage 1, Stage 2, Surveillance, Re-certification, Transfer, and Special Audits.
• Evaluate conformity against applicable standards such as ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 27001, 22000, 50001, etc.
• Apply the process approach, risk-based thinking, and effective sampling techniques.
• Conduct opening and closing meetings, collect objective evidence, and record audit findings.

3. Reporting

• Prepare detailed, accurate, and timely audit reports, including observations, nonconformities, and improvement opportunities.
• Submit reports and associated documentation as per internal timelines and quality requirements.

4. Client Engagement

• Interact professionally with client representatives across functions—Quality, EHS, IT, HR, Operations, and Management.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback, explain audit findings, and guide clients on next steps without consulting.

5. Compliance and Professional Development

• Maintain impartiality, confidentiality, and ethical conduct at all times.
• Comply with ISOQAR India’s internal procedures, accreditation requirements, and applicable standards.
• Participate in calibration meetings, witness audits, and refresher training programs.
• Continuously upgrade knowledge of standards, industry practices, and audit techniques in line with ISO 19011.

6. Business Development Support

• Identify potential business opportunities during client audits and share leads with the Business Development team.
• Promote ISOQAR’s value-added services through audit interactions, professionalism, and client satisfaction.
• Facilitate acquisition of new clients by leveraging professional connections and referring prospects from your own network.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, IT, or Environmental Science.
• Additional technical certifications relevant to industry sectors are a plus.

Professional Certifications:

• IRCA/CQI Certified Lead Auditor in one or more Standards

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry or auditing experience.
• Minimum 15–20 third-party audits conducted (as Lead or Support Auditor). [Preferred]
• Exposure to diverse sectors like manufacturing, IT, pharma, infrastructure, services, etc. [Preferred]

Skills & Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of ISO standards and audit methodology.
• Familiarity with ISO 19011 auditing principles and techniques.
• Strong communication, analytical, and report-writing skills.
• Time and resource management across multi-location audits.
• Professionalism, integrity, and result orientation.
• Proficiency in MS Office

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Number of audits completed within schedule and quality standards.
• Timeliness and accuracy of audit reports.
• Client satisfaction and feedback.
• Leads and referrals generated for business development.
• Compliance with accreditation and internal audit performance reviews.

Travel Requirements:

• Willingness to travel extensively (60–80%) across India and occasionally overseas.
• Flexibility for hybrid audits (on-site and remote formats).

Review & Development:

• Annual performance appraisal based on audit output, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Participation in competency evaluation, witnessed audits, and standard upgrades.
• Access to continuous learning and development programs.

About Alcumus ISOQAR

Alcumus ISOQAR, part of the global Alcumus Group, is one of the world’s leading certification and assurance bodies. Serving over 27,000 organizations worldwide, Alcumus ISOQAR helps businesses achieve internationally recognized standards in:

• Quality Management (ISO 9001)
• Environment & Sustainability (ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 14064, RJC, BRSR, ESG)
• Occupational Health & Safety (ISO 45001, FLS Audits, Safety Audit)
• Information Security & Cybersecurity (ISO/IEC 27001, PCI DSS, SOC 2, GDPR, NIST)
• Food Safety & Hygiene (ISO 22000, BRCGS, FSSC 22000, HACCP, GMP)

Our services go beyond certification. We deliver value through training, advisory, verification, and assurance solutions that build resilience, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive sustainable business performance.

About Alcumus Group

Headquartered in the United Kingdom, Alcumus Group is a globally recognized provider of technology-enabled risk management, ESG, compliance, and certification solutions. With offices and operations across the UK, North America, and Asia, Alcumus empowers over 50,000 organizations globally—from SMEs to Fortune 500 companies—to create safer, more sustainable, and more resilient businesses.

The group’s diverse portfolio includes industry-leading brands such as:

• Alcumus ISOQAR – Certification & Assurance Services
• Alcumus SafeContractor – Contractor and Supply Chain Risk Management
• Alcumus Info Exchange – Enterprise Risk & Compliance Software
• Planet Mark – Carbon Reduction & Sustainability Certification
• SafeHR – Human Resource Compliance & Support Solutions
• Alcumus eCompliance – Health & Safety Software
• ContractorCheck – Compliance for Contractors & Subcontractors (Canada)

With a strong commitment to innovation, compliance, and ESG leadership, Alcumus helps clients across sectors like manufacturing, construction, IT, pharmaceuticals, food, finance, and public services to anticipate risk, achieve certification, and demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and governance.

Why Work With Us

Joining Alcumus ISOQAR means becoming part of a globally respected organization that is shaping the future of compliance, certification, and sustainability.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of meaningful missions—enabling safer workplaces, cleaner environments, and stronger businesses.
• Global Reach, Local Expertise: Engage with a network of global professionals, clients, and partners across diverse industries and geographies.
• Continuous Learning: Access world-class training, global auditor forums, upskilling platforms, and standard updates.
• Ethics & Excellence: Operate within a culture that values integrity, impartiality, technical rigor, and client success.
• Innovation-Backed Services: Leverage cutting-edge platforms and tools to deliver digital-first, efficient, and scalable audit and assurance services.
• Career Growth & Mobility: Be part of an organization that invests in its people, with clear pathways for progression, leadership, and international exposure.

At Alcumus, we don’t just certify – we enable businesses to thrive, protect people, and care for the planet.

Disclaimer:
The above job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the role. Roles and responsibilities may evolve based on business needs and individual performance. The company reserves the right to modify the job description at any time without prior notice. Sharing of this job description does not constitute a formal offer of employment.

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