I am recruiting for a QMS (Quality Management Systems) Accreditation Manager for a repeat client specialising in the assessment & accreditation of UK organisations. The successful candidate will have experience working with (but ideally for) an accredited Certification Body, focusing on Quality Management Systems (QMS), bringing a wealth of experience in overseeing and coordinating all aspects of accreditation & assessment within this field. A background in aviation, aero or defence would be beneficial. This is a full-time remote position, working from 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend travel. You should expect to travel for up to 2-3 days per week, with at least 2 night spent away from home. Main Duties: The post calls for someone with a real passion for quality and a strong track record of working within accredited Certification Body. The work will be both engaging and rewarding. This is an opportunity to work in the public interest for the world’s leading accreditation body. The Assessment Manager is the key focal point for customers. You’ll be expected to meet their reasonable accreditation expectations with objectivity, diligence, and excellent customer service. You will also be responsible for selecting assessment teams, establishing the assessment approach, leading the assessment/coordinating the team, collating and reporting each assessment, progressing each assessment project from start to finish. The position involves extensive travel, mainly within the UK, with frequent overnight stays. A UK driving license is therefore essential. Key Requirements: Relevant hands-on experience, a broad knowledge of QMS (beneficial if within aviation, aero or defence sectors) - essential. Must have a minimum of 2x ISO including ISO 9001 - essential. Strong working knowledge of either ISO/IEC 17021, ISO/IEC 17065, AS9100 (or similar) and its implementation - essential. Strong working knowledge of either ISO 13485 or ISO 27001 - desirable. Be customer-focused with excellent interpersonal, communication and organisation skills - essential. Must hold a UK driving license and own vehicle - essential. Have experience in organisation auditing or assessment - essential. Commercial-minded with excellent people and project management skills Be educated to degree level. This is desirable, but not essential. Benefits & Package: Salary between £55,000 – £65,000 per annum depending on experience 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Excellent auto-enrolment pension scheme Income protection Company phone and laptop Extensive travel opportunities with all expenses paid Private healthcare scheme Life assurance Season ticket loan Gym discount Study support (after 6 months) Ability to apply for a company car (after 6 months)