Business Assurance Manager

Join our Team as a Business Assurance Manager at Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) 

Salary: Up to £48,000 per annum 

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, no weekends 

Location: Tidworth 

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where innovation thrives? Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) is seeking a passionate and results-driven Business Assurance Manager to be part of our exciting journey. 

What We Offer: 

• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday 

• Pension Plan: Contributory Company Pension Plan matched up to 6% 

• Insurance: Individual life assurance and personal accident cover 

• Employee Benefits Portal: Access to private medical, private dental, discounted gym membership, and discounted shopping at over 100 brands and outlets 

• Reward and Recognition: Celebrate outstanding achievements 

• Employee Assistance Program: Funded program with onsite mental health first aiders 

Your Role: 

• You will develop, deliver and maintain audit programmes, including planning, reporting and supporting the management of actions arising. 

• You will lead and undertake assurance activity to demonstrate compliance with contractual, legal and statutory requirements. 

• You are responsible for supporting the embedding of integrated quality management principles and International Organisation for Standardisation standards across the business. 

• You will evaluate and report on subcontractor performance in relation to quality and compliance. 

• You are responsible for managing non-conformances, including root cause analysis and monitoring corrective actions. 

• You will support process owners in the development, review and improvement of business processes. 

What We’re Looking For: 

Qualifications: You will hold an Internal Auditor certification and demonstrate a sound understanding of quality management principles. 

Experience: You will have proven experience in a quality management role or similar assurance role, leading multi-disciplinary teams and working within integrated management systems compliant with recognised standards. 

Skills: You will demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills, the ability to analyse data logically, and a proactive, detail-focused approach to continuous improvement. 

Experience & Knowledge: 

You will have a sound working knowledge of current management system standards, experience of developing and maintaining integrated management systems, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, multi-task environment with stakeholders at all levels. 

Desirable: 

Experience of working on large Private Finance Initiative contracts, facilities management environments, and collaborative business relationships is advantageous.  

Previous knowledge of working with Data Protection Legislation would be advantageous. 

Skills: 

Strong organisational, communication and report-writing skills, the ability to lead and influence others, comprehensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, and an understanding of data protection practices. 

Additional Information: 

• The Garrisons are tobacco-free working environments. 

• Security clearance is required prior to starting with us. 

• We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against protected characteristics. All candidates will be given equal consideration through our established procedures. 

• Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. 

Ready to Join Us? If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now and be part of our dedicated team supporting the armed forces across Hampshire and Wiltshire.