Environment, Health and Safety Manager
Job description
Our client, a growing renewable energy business, is looking for an experienced HSEQ & Compliance Manager to take ownership of health, safety, governance and regulatory compliance across the organisation. This is a high-impact role suited to someone who enjoys working at the intersection of legal, operational and strategic risk management.
Key responsibilities will include:
Acting as the first point of contact for legal, contractual, compliance and H&S queries
Managing relationships with outsourced legal counsel, translating business needs into clear instructions and summarising advice for decision-makers
Owning governance and company secretarial matters, supporting Directors with statutory duties and filings
Overseeing the contract management framework, including templates, approvals, negotiation coordination and risk oversight
Managing regulatory and compliance frameworks in line with applicable legislation, Ofgem guidance and industry codes
Leading internal audits, compliance reviews and accreditation activity, including ISO certifications
Owning Health & Safety policies, practices and external certifications
Managing data protection compliance (UK GDPR), including policies, breaches, SARs and third-party assurance
Coordinating disputes, claims and regulatory issues, managing external advisers and associated costs
Promoting a strong culture of compliance, accountability and ethical behaviour across the business
What we’re looking for:
Experience in compliance, HSEQ, legal operations, or risk within regulated sectors (energy or infrastructure preferred)
Strong working knowledge of UK regulatory frameworks and governance requirements
Confidence working with senior stakeholders and external advisers
A proactive, solutions-focused approach with excellent organisational skills