Telecoms Engineering Compliance and Quality Manager
Location: Hybrid (office‑based with homeworking available, Leatherhead, Surrey, UK)
Hours: Full‑time, 37.5 hrs per week
Reports to: Director
About NEC Telecom MODUS Ltd. NEC Telecom MODUS Ltd. (NECTML) is part of the NEC group of companies and a UK-based subsidiary of NEC. Its core focus is in Technology Research, Standardisation and Product Development / Testing in the Radio Access Network (RAN) area of cellular networks or similar. NECTML has been developing mobile wireless technology for over 20 years and its output is at the heart of many operators’ networks in Japan and around the world. Some of NECTML staff members represent NEC on international standards bodies and industry forums helping drive the development of the wireless telecommunications standards for future technologies and creating patents. Others are part of NECTML’s Systems, Hardware and Software Engineering Teams.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Telecoms Engineering Compliance & Quality Manager to join our Senior Management Team. This pivotal role oversees all compliance and quality activities across the company, ensuring we meet NEC internal standards and UK regulatory requirements. You will need to combine your experience of compliance and quality management with an understanding of the engineering processes used for the key technology deliverables of NECTML, advise senior colleagues, motivate teams to follow best practice, and manage relationships with external advisors.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead compliance activities across Health & Safety, Information Security, Quality Management, Export Controls, Risk, Legal/Personal Data Protection, and Business Continuity.
- Advise the Senior Management Team on compliance issues and best practice.
- Ensure monitoring, auditing, and record‑keeping of compliance activities.
- Work with the Office Manager on Health & Safety and training programmes.
- Manage external advisors and oversee compliance budgets.
About You
- Experience in compliance management in a technology development company or similar. This experience will ideally include areas such as anti‑bribery, data protection, export controls, information security, health & safety and quality systems (ISO 9001).
- Sufficient background in engineering & science to understand NECTML technology development processes and deliverables and apply compliance to enhance efficiency while ensuring compliance.
- Previous experience working within a similar industry (technology, telecoms, or R&D) is essential, giving knowledge of the engineering development process.
- Strong communication and people skills to influence and motivate colleagues.
- Excellent literacy and numeracy, with the ability to draft clear policies and analyse budgets.
- Knowledge of risk management, business continuity, and general business legal matters is desirable.
Why Join Us
This is a high‑impact role at the heart of NECTML’s operations, offering the chance to shape compliance strategy and work alongside senior leaders in a global technology company.
Ready to Change the World With Us? If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and join NEC on our mission to create a safer, more secure, and more sustainable world.
NEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
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