Job Description
Lead Auditor

At TÜV SÜD Group we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD Group. 

Your Expertise Deserves a Place Where It Can Grow

The best auditors combine technical expertise with curiosity, integrity and a genuine desire to help organisations succeed.

If you're looking for a role where your judgement is trusted, your contribution is valued and your career development is actively supported, this could be exactly the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Whether you're seeking to broaden your sector coverage, develop additional competencies such as ISO/IEC 27001, or simply join a team that shares your commitment to quality and professionalism, we'd be delighted to hear from you.

We're looking for an experienced Lead Auditor to join our Management System Assurance team. If you're passionate about quality, environmental and occupational health & safety management systems, and you're looking for a role where your expertise is respected, your development is supported and your work genuinely matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join TÜV SÜD?

Many auditors reach a point in their career where they want more than simply completing audit programmes and moving to the next assignment.

They want to:

  • Work for an organisation recognised globally for technical excellence and integrity
  • Be trusted to make decisions that have real impact
  • Collaborate with experienced professionals who share their passion for assurance
  • Continue developing their skills and expanding their professional horizons
  • Feel valued for the expertise they bring

At TÜV SÜD, you'll find all of that and more.

You'll join a supportive team culture where collaboration, learning and professional growth are actively encouraged. Whether you're looking to broaden your sector expertise, gain additional scheme appointments or develop your leadership capability, we'll help you build the next stage of your career.

The Role

As a Lead Auditor, you'll work with organisations of all sizes, from growing businesses to internationally recognised brands, helping them improve performance through effective management systems and accredited certification.

You'll:

  • Lead third-party certification audits against ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
  • Deliver integrated, multi-site and complex audit programmes
  • Work directly with senior leadership teams
  • Provide clear, balanced and evidence-based audit conclusions
  • Support clients on their continual improvement journey
  • Contribute to the development of colleagues through mentoring and knowledge sharing
  • Help strengthen TÜV SÜD's reputation for technical excellence and trusted certification

About You

You'll already be an accomplished Lead Auditor with strong technical capability and the confidence to build positive relationships with clients.

Ideally, you'll bring:

  • Current Lead Auditor competence in ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
  • Recent accredited certification body experience
  • Competence across one or more of EA 17, 18, 19, 31.2, 33 and 35
  • Experience leading complex, integrated or multi-site audits
  • Strong communication skills and sound professional judgement
  • A collaborative approach and a genuine desire to help organisations improve

Additional Skills We Would Love to See

Whilst not essential, we'd be particularly interested in hearing from candidates with experience in:

  • ISO/IEC 27001
  • ISO/IEC 42001
  • TISAX
  • ISO 50001
  • SMETA
  • ESG and sustainability assurance
  • Auditor development, mentoring or witness assessments
  • Training delivery and technical review activities

What You Can Expect From Us

We know that exceptional people are the foundation of exceptional assurance.

That's why we are committed to providing an environment where our auditors can thrive.

You'll benefit from:

  • A flexible home-based role with travel across diverse sectors
  • Opportunities to expand your competence and gain additional approvals
  • Investment in your professional development
  • A collaborative and highly experienced team environment
  • Exposure to a wide range of organisations, industries and challenges
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • The opportunity to build a long-term career within a globally respected organisation


Bring Your Expertise. Share Your Passion. Build Your Future.

Join a global organisation where people support one another, excellence is recognised and learning never stops.

Join TÜV SÜD and help organisations build confidence, improve performance and create a more sustainable future.

Apply today and discover where your next chapter could take you.

At TÜV SÜD Group, we have employees from more than 100 different countries collaborating together. People of different backgrounds, skills, and pursuing different life goals. Our strength comes from these countless and varied perspectives.

We are committed to be an inclusive and diverse workplace by welcoming people of all backgrounds. We want Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) to be a foundation of our company and create an environment where all our employees can trust they will be treated with respect, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic background, faith, beliefs, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, or identity. As such, our employees are expected to behave at all times in a manner consistent with TÜV SÜD Group Code of Ethics and Company values.

We firmly believe embedding D&I in the heart of what we do will inherently contribute to the success of TÜV SÜD Group. Click here to find out more about Diversity at TÜV SÜD Group.

Work Area:  Others
Country/Region:  United Kingdom
Job Location:  Fareham
Working Model​:  Home-Office
Employment Type:  Full time / regular
Company:  TUV SUD Ltd.
Org Unit Code:  TAS
Requisition ID:  7797
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