French speaking Policy and Standards Expert
South Kent - hybrid working
£45-60k DOE + excellent benefits
Pearson Whiffin Recruitment are supporting a leading organisation in a safety-critical transport setting. This role is ideal for a standards or regulatory specialist looking to shape policy and strengthen compliance.
As Policy and Standards Expert, you will track UK and European safety legislation, assess its impact, and ensure internal standards stay aligned. This suits someone analytical, collaborative and committed to high safety governance.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Tracking new and updated UK and European safety regulations and identifying how they apply across the organisation
- Translating regulatory developments into clear internal requirements and ensuring these are reflected in operational standards and management systems
- Maintaining an accurate register of applicable legislation and ensuring documentation remains current, consistent and well governed
- Leading the internal coordination of safety standards, ensuring high-level policies are reviewed, updated and easily accessible
- Analysing audit outcomes, safety events and compliance assessments to determine any regulatory or procedural improvements
- Providing expert advice on safety and regulatory considerations to technical and operational stakeholders
- Supporting governance forums and working groups focused on policy, procedures and system-wide safety standards
- Advising on regulatory aspects of organisational or technical change to ensure compliance with recognised change management principles
- Representing the business in external forums and industry groups, contributing to discussions and safeguarding organisational interests
- Promoting the principles of ISO 45001 and driving continual improvement in safety management practices
What we’re looking for:
- Fluent French and English
- Qualification in a safety, engineering or regulatory discipline
- NEBOSH General Certificate in Health and Safety
- Experience working in a regulated, technical or safety-critical environment (railway, transport or infrastructure advantageous)
- Understanding of UK or European legislation and proven experience drafting or interpreting safety-related documentation
- Ability to analyse complex technical information and translate it into practical, operational guidance
- Confident communicator capable of influencing senior stakeholders and contributing to cross-functional decision making
- High level of digital proficiency, particularly with Microsoft 365
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multi-stakeholder environment, including cross-border or bilingual settings
Why apply?
- Unique chance to join a high-performing organisation in a heavily regulated and technically fascinating environment
- Excellent salary and benefits package
- Hybrid working with strong flexibility
- Real influence in shaping policy and operational safety standards
- Opportunity to develop within a specialist regulatory and governance function
- A welcoming team culture that values collaboration, expertise and continuous improvement
This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive standards professional ready to take the next step in their career. If you feel you meet the above criteria, apply today for immediate consideration.
This role is being managed by Emily Powell, Associate Director and Anna Sikora, Recruitment Consultant for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.
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