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United Kingdom · Compliance, quality and safety · C-Suite (20+ years)

Chief Compliance, Quality, Health & Safety Officer (CCQHS)

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  • Experience bandC-Suite (20+ years)
  • Direct reports5-8 reports
  • Reports toChief Executive Officer (CEO)
  • UK framework levelUsually a director, accountable for a division and its numbers

Also advertised as VP, Global EHS & Quality · Chief Risk & Assurance Officer · Global Head of CQHS · Executive Director, Safety & Compliance

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The qualifications matched to this job

GQA Level 5 Diploma in the Practice of Process Safety Management GQA Qualifications Limited · Level 5 · covers 1 of 16 standards
CICM Level 5 Diploma in Credit and Collections Management Chartered Institute of Credit Management · Level 5 · covers 1 of 16 standards
GQA PAA\VQ-SET Level 3 Diploma for a Bulk Storage Operator (Technician) GQA Qualifications Limited · Level 3 · covers 1 of 16 standards
GQA PAA\VQ-SET Level 3 Certificate in Laboratory Technical Skills GQA Qualifications Limited · Level 3 · covers 1 of 16 standards
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management Qualifi Ltd · Level 7 · covers 1 of 16 standards

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Understand how to comply with the relevant Regulations, Industry Standards and Management Requirements for Process Safety GQA Level 5 Diploma in the Practice of Process Safety Management
Compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements CICM Level 5 Diploma in Credit and Collections Management
Comply with External and Internal Obligations within a Bulk Storage Operations Environment GQA PAA\VQ-SET Level 3 Diploma for a Bulk Storage Operator (Technician)
Good Manufacturing Practice GQA PAA\VQ-SET Level 3 Certificate in Laboratory Technical Skills
Principles of Safe Manufacture of Quality Medicines in the Pharmaceutical Environment Open Awards Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians (Diploma)
Strategic Commitment to Health and Well-Being Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management

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Sustainability Fluency building care for people and planet into the work
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  1. Understand how to comply with the relevant Regulations, Industry Standards and Management Requirements for Process Safety GQA Qualifications Limited · covers 1 of 16 standards Level 5
  2. Compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements Chartered Institute of Credit Management · covers 1 of 16 standards Level 5
  3. Comply with External and Internal Obligations within a Bulk Storage Operations Environment GQA Qualifications Limited · covers 1 of 16 standards Level 3
  4. Good Manufacturing Practice GQA Qualifications Limited · covers 1 of 16 standards Level 3
  5. Principles of Safe Manufacture of Quality Medicines in the Pharmaceutical Environment Open Awards · covers 1 of 16 standards Level 3
  6. Strategic Commitment to Health and Well-Being Qualifi Ltd · covers 1 of 16 standards Level 7
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  • ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) Integration & Reporting
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3What this role really is

A Chief Compliance, Quality, Health and Safety Officer makes sure an organisation meets legal rules, quality standards and safety requirements. The role covers how work is done across every location, and reports to the CEO and the Board.

4What you'd actually use

The tools this job runs on, and how well you'd need to know each one.

Intelex, Cority, VelocityEHS, ETQ Reliance (or similar EHS/QMS Platform) Strategic

Leading the selection, enterprise-wide implementation, and strategic oversight of our global EHS/QMS platform, ensuring it meets our evolving needs for incident management, compliance tracking, and quality control. You'll oversee integration with other core business systems.

Power BI, Tableau (or similar Data Visualization) Strategic

Governing the enterprise BI environment for CQHS data, setting standards for executive dashboards, and presenting critical performance insights to the Board and C-suite. You'll ensure data integrity and actionable reporting.

ServiceNow GRC, Archer, OneTrust (or similar GRC Platform) Expert

Managing the CQHS modules within our enterprise GRC platform, mapping global regulations to internal controls, and reporting on the overall enterprise risk posture to the Board. You'll ensure our risk framework is robust and integrated.

Diligent, BoardVantage (or similar Board Reporting Platform) Advanced

Preparing, uploading, and securely distributing board-level EHSQ reports and presentations, ensuring all materials are accurate, timely, and compliant with governance requirements. You'll manage sensitive information with utmost care.

Microsoft Excel (Advanced) Strategic

Auditing and validating complex data models and analyses used for enterprise-level reporting, risk forecasting, and strategic decision-making. You won't be building them daily, but you'll need to understand their integrity and limitations.

5What you get to decide, and how that grows

Power in a job isn't your title. It's what you're allowed to decide. Here's how it grows as you move up.

The choiceComing in Where you are nowThe step above
Global Policy Approval N/A N/A N/A
Major Incident Response & Communication N/A N/A N/A
Strategic Budget Allocation (CQHS) N/A N/A N/A
Organisational Design (CQHS Function) N/A N/A N/A

6How you'll be judged

The scoreboard, and what is not on it. The hard targets, how often each is actually looked at, and the quiet signals that never reach a dashboard.

Enterprise TRIR (Total Recordable Incident Rate)
The overall rate of workplace injuries and illnesses across all global sites.
Target · Year-on-year reduction of 10-15%, aiming for top quartile industry performance.

If our TRIR was 0.8 in 2023, we'd be looking for 0.72 or lower in 2024. This isn't just a number; it's about preventing real harm to our colleagues.

Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ)
The financial cost associated with defects, rework, warranty claims, and customer complaints.
Target · Reduce CoPQ by at least £2M annually, aiming for <2% of total revenue.

Identifying and fixing a systemic manufacturing defect that was costing us £500K in warranty claims per quarter, saving £2M a year.

Regulatory Fines & Penalties
The total monetary value of fines or penalties incurred due to non-compliance with EHS or quality regulations.
Target · Zero major regulatory fines or penalties globally.

Successfully navigating a complex new environmental regulation in Germany without incurring any penalties by proactively updating our processes.

ISO Certification & Audit Performance
Maintaining and expanding relevant ISO certifications (e.g., 9001, 14001, 45001) across the enterprise and achieving positive external audit outcomes.
Target · 100% certification retention; zero major non-conformances in external audits.

Successfully securing ISO 45001 certification for our new manufacturing plant in Vietnam on the first attempt, with no critical findings.

Board & Executive Confidence
The level of trust and confidence the Board and Executive Team have in the company's CQHS programmes and risk management.
  • You're proactively consulted on strategic decisions, not just reactive issues. Your reports are clear, concise, and actionable. Board members actively seek your input on emerging risks. They trust your judgement during crises. Frankly, you're seen as a strategic partner, not just a compliance officer.
Global CQHS Culture & Engagement
The extent to which safety, quality, and compliance are embedded in the day-to-day behaviours and decision-making across all levels of the organisation.
  • Employee surveys show high scores for safety culture. Front-line workers proactively report near-misses and suggest improvements. Operational leaders consistently champion CQHS initiatives. You see genuine ownership of these issues, not just lip service. People understand 'Stop Work Authority' and use it when needed, without fear.
Proactive Risk Management
Moving from a reactive 'fix it when it breaks' approach to actively identifying and mitigating risks before they materialise.
  • You're implementing predictive analytics for safety and quality. The global risk register is regularly reviewed and updated with clear mitigation plans. We're seeing fewer 'surprises' and more 'anticipated challenges' that we've already planned for. You're driving proactive investments, not just reactive spending.

7Would you like it

Both sides. What people enjoy, and what grinds them down.

What people enjoy
Protecting People and Planet

You're driven by the fundamental belief that everyone deserves to go home safe at the end of the day, and that businesses have a responsibility to operate sustainably. This shows up in every strategic decision, every policy you champion, and every conversation you have with the Board. It's the core of why you do what you do.

Spending hours refining a new global process safety standard, knowing it will prevent potential fatalities in our chemical plants.

Building a World-Class Organisation

You're not just aiming for 'good enough' or 'compliant'. You want us to be recognised as a leader in safety and quality, setting the benchmark for our industry. This means constantly pushing for innovation, embedding best practices, and striving for operational excellence in every corner of the business.

Leading the charge to integrate cutting-edge predictive analytics into our EHS platform to anticipate and prevent incidents before they occur.

Strategic Impact & Governance

You thrive on shaping the overall direction of a large, complex organisation. You enjoy the challenge of presenting to the Board, influencing investor relations, and ensuring robust governance. The opportunity to make enterprise-level decisions and see their global impact is a significant draw.

Presenting the annual CQHS strategy to the Board, outlining how it contributes directly to shareholder value and long-term sustainability.

What frustrates people
  • Dealing with executive resistance to necessary (but expensive) safety or quality upgrades.
  • The 'tick-box' mentality from some parts of the business who just want to pass the audit, not genuinely improve.
  • Managing the fallout and public relations during a major incident, knowing every decision is under intense scrutiny.
  • Trying to standardise global processes when local regulations and cultural norms constantly push back.
  • The constant battle to secure sufficient budget and resources for proactive CQHS initiatives.
What this role does not give you
  • A predictable, low-stress daily routine.
  • A role where you're always popular or universally agreed with.
  • The ability to avoid difficult conversations or confrontational situations.
  • A purely technical, hands-on role; this is strategic leadership.
  • Immediate gratification for every initiative; some changes take years to embed.

8Who you work with

This role directly shapes our company's licence to operate, its brand reputation, and its long-term financial health. You're responsible for preventing major incidents, ensuring product integrity, and maintaining regulatory compliance across all global operations. A strong CCQHS means fewer fines, safer workplaces, higher quality products, and stronger investor confidence. Get it wrong, and we're looking at significant legal, financial, and human costs – frankly, it's existential.

Inside the business
  • CEO and Executive Leadership Team
  • Board of Directors (especially the Audit & Risk Committee)
  • General Counsel and Legal Department
  • Heads of Operations, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain
  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Outside the business
  • Regulatory bodies (e.g., HSE, OSHA, EPA, local authorities)
  • Investors and Shareholders
  • Industry associations and standard-setting organisations
  • External auditors and certification bodies
  • Customers and Key Suppliers
  • Media and Public Relations

9What you need before you start

Not a wish list. The things you would be expected to already have.

  • A minimum of 20 years of progressive experience in Compliance, Quality, Health & Safety roles, with at least 10 years in senior leadership positions (Director or VP level) within a complex, global organisation.
  • Proven track record of successfully leading and transforming multi-country CQHS functions, demonstrating tangible improvements in safety, quality, and compliance performance.
  • Extensive experience presenting to and influencing Boards of Directors and C-suite executives on high-stakes CQHS matters.
  • Demonstrable experience managing significant P&L budgets (multi-million pounds) and making strategic investment decisions for global CQHS programmes.
  • Expertise in managing major incidents, regulatory investigations, and external stakeholder relations during crises.
  • A deep understanding of global regulatory landscapes and the ability to navigate complex international compliance requirements.
  • Experience with M&A due diligence and integration from a CQHS perspective.

10What to practise next

Where the job is going, and what to do about it starting this week.

Advanced Data Analytics & Predictive Modelling

Moving from reactive reporting to proactive, predictive risk management is essential. You'll need to understand how to use advanced analytics to anticipate incidents, identify systemic weaknesses, and optimise resource allocation for prevention.

Machine learning models for incident prediction (e · Natural Language Processing (NLP) for unstructured · Statistical process control (SPC) for quality anom · Data governance and quality frameworks for large-s · Visualisation techniques for complex predictive in

  • This quarter: Review our current data analytics capabilities within CQHS. Identify key gaps and opportunities for predictive modelling.
  • Next 6 months: Sponsor a pilot project using predictive analytics for a specific high-risk area (e.g., maintenance-related incidents).
  • Next 12 months: Invest in talent and tools to build out a dedicated CQHS data science capability within your team.
  • Ongoing: Challenge your teams to move beyond descriptive reporting to proactive, predictive insights in all their analyses.

Quick win: Ask your team to identify one area where historical data could be used to predict future risks. Engage an external expert for a workshop on 'AI in CQHS' for your leadership team.

Cyber-Physical System Security & OT/IT Convergence

Our operational technology (OT) systems (e.g., factory automation, building management systems) are increasingly connected to IT networks. This creates new cybersecurity risks that can directly impact safety (e.g., a cyberattack on a control system). You'll need to understand this convergence and its implications for physical safety and quality.

Industrial Control System (ICS) and SCADA (Supervi · Threat modelling for OT environments · Risk assessment methodologies for connected operat · Collaboration frameworks between IT security and C · Regulatory requirements for critical infrastructur

  • This quarter: Meet with the CISO and Head of Operations to understand our current OT/IT security posture and identified risks.
  • Next 6 months: Establish a cross-functional task force (CQHS, IT, Operations) to conduct a joint risk assessment of our critical cyber-physical systems.
  • Next 12 months: Develop and implement a robust incident response plan that integrates cybersecurity incidents with physical safety protocols.
  • Ongoing: Stay informed on emerging threats and best practices in industrial cybersecurity, attending relevant conferences or webinars.

Quick win: Ensure your team understands the basics of cybersecurity hygiene for operational systems. Integrate cyber-physical risks into your enterprise risk register and discuss them with the Board.

11Staying current once you are in

What people here do to keep up
  • Active participation in global industry forums and associations (e.g., World Economic Forum, relevant industry-specific safety councils) to stay abreast of emerging trends and influence policy.
  • Regular engagement with regulatory bodies and government affairs teams to anticipate and shape future legislation.
  • Mentoring rising talent within the CQHS function and across the organisation, building the next generation of leaders.
  • Publishing thought leadership articles or speaking at major conferences on critical CQHS topics, positioning the company as an industry leader.
  • Continuous learning in areas like AI ethics, cyber-physical security, and ESG reporting to remain at the forefront of the field.

12The rising capability

The rising capability

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What's rising in its place

This is where the work is heading, and the higher pay with it. Get fluent here and the shift stops being a threat and starts being your edge.

ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) Integration & Reporting

Investors, regulators, and customers are increasingly demanding robust ESG performance and transparent reporting. CQHS metrics are a huge part of the 'S' and 'E' in ESG. This isn't just about compliance anymore; it's about corporate reputation and access to capital.

  • TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disc
  • Double materiality assessments (identifying financ
  • Supply chain due diligence for human rights and en
  • Carbon footprint measurement and reduction strateg
  • Alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals (S

Digital Ethics & Responsible AI Governance

As we increasingly use AI in CQHS (predictive risk, automated reporting), there are ethical implications around data privacy, bias in algorithms, and accountability. You'll need to ensure our use of AI is responsible and trustworthy, especially when it impacts people's safety or health data.

  • AI fairness, accountability, and transparency (FAT
  • Data privacy in AI (e.g., anonymisation, consent f
  • Bias detection and mitigation in predictive models
  • Human oversight and 'human-in-the-loop' strategies
  • Establishing clear lines of accountability for AI-

13What you’ll use

What you’ll use

Skills this role draws on

Technical

  • Enterprise Risk Assessment & Management
  • Global Regulatory & Legal Compliance
  • ISO Management Systems (Integrated)
  • Advanced Root Cause Analysis (RCA) & Incident Investigation
  • Quality Management Principles & Methodologies

14The pathway

The pathway

How you actually get there, here

How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.

  1. 1

    Director, Global CQHS (L6)

    3-5 years

    Skills to master

    • Mastering global programme management, building and leading multi-regional teams, presenting to C-suite, managing multi-million-pound budgets, and driving enterprise-wide policy implementation.

    You're ready to move on when

    • Consistently exceeding global EHS/Quality performance targets for a large business unit or region.
    • Successfully leading the integration of CQHS aspects during a major acquisition or divestiture.
    • Demonstrating exceptional crisis management skills during significant incidents.
    • Building strong, trusted relationships with C-suite executives and key external stakeholders.
  2. 2

    VP, EHS & Quality (from a large, complex organisation)

    Direct entry (0-1 year)

    Skills to master

    • Adapting to our specific industry and organisational culture, quickly building rapport with our Board and Executive Team, and understanding our unique global footprint and regulatory challenges.

    You're ready to move on when

    • Proven track record of success in a comparable C-suite or near-C-suite role in a similarly complex industry.
    • Strong external network and reputation as a thought leader in CQHS.
    • Clear vision for how to elevate our CQHS function and integrate it more deeply into our business strategy.
    • Demonstrated ability to quickly assess and address critical strategic risks upon entry.
  3. 3

    General Counsel / Chief Risk Officer (with strong CQHS background)

    2-4 years

    Skills to master

    • Deepening understanding of operational CQHS specifics, building a global functional team, and shifting from a purely legal/risk lens to a broader operational and cultural leadership role.

    You're ready to move on when

    • Successfully managed major regulatory litigation or investigations.
    • Developed and implemented enterprise-wide risk management frameworks that included significant CQHS components.
    • Demonstrated strong leadership of cross-functional teams and ability to drive change beyond legal mandates.
    • Clear passion for and practical understanding of health, safety, and quality principles.

15Where this role leads

The long view: This work can lead to running operations as a Chief Operating Officer, taking on wider risk as a Chief Risk Officer, or moving into board-level governance as a Non-Executive Director.

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The highlighted ones are the Fluencies your role leans on hardest, from how Chief Compliance, Quality, Health & Safety Officer (CCQHS) is actually changing.

Where it leads

Roles this leads to

Also named as a next step, with no page in the catalogue yet:

  • Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

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Chief Compliance, Quality, Health & Safety Officer (CCQHS)
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  • Global Regulatory & Legal Compliance
  • ISO Management Systems (Integrated)
  • Advanced Root Cause Analysis (RCA) & Incident Investigation
  • Quality Management Principles & Methodologies
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Everything else the record holds

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Where it leads next, rung by rung

Where it leads

The career path, and where it branches

Chief Compliance, Quality, Health & Safety Officer (CCQHS) is a start, not a ceiling. Each step below asks for new skills and hands back more autonomy.

  1. Chief Operating Officer (COO)

    5-8 years

    Lateral/Upward (depending on scope)

    • Advanced operational analytics and performance management.
    • Global logistics and distribution network design.
    • Product lifecycle management from a commercial perspective.
    • Large-scale capital project management.

  2. Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

    8-12+ years

    Upward

    • M&A strategy and execution.
    • Market expansion and competitive strategy.
    • Innovation and product portfolio management.
    • Global talent acquisition and executive succession planning.
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Working with AI

Where AI is starting to help

Let's be real, even at the C-suite level, there's always too much to do and not enough time. Imagine if you could cut through the noise, get insights faster, and empower your teams to be more efficient. AI isn't just for junior analysts; it's a game-changer for executive leadership in Compliance, Quality, Health & Safety. It means more time for strategic thinking, less time drowning in operational minutiae.

As the CCQHS, you're dealing with mountains of data, complex regulations, and global teams. AI can become your most powerful ally, automating the tedious, highlighting the critical, and even helping you draft those crucial board reports. It's about augmenting your leadership, not replacing it, so you can focus on what truly matters: protecting our people and our business.

Automated Board Report Generation

Imagine an AI that pulls data from your EHS/QMS platforms, synthesises key trends, and drafts the first version of your quarterly Board report. It'll highlight critical metrics, summarise global performance, and even flag areas needing executive attention. You'll spend your time refining the narrative and strategic implications, not wrestling with data consolidation.

Predictive Enterprise Risk Insights

Use AI to analyse vast datasets—incident reports, audit findings, maintenance logs, even external market data—to predict emerging risks across your global operations. It can spot correlations that humans might miss, giving you a proactive heads-up on potential safety incidents, quality failures, or compliance breaches before they escalate. This means you can allocate resources more effectively.

Global Regulatory Impact Analysis

AI can continuously scan global regulatory updates from hundreds of jurisdictions. It'll summarise new laws, assess their potential impact on our operations, and even suggest policy adjustments. This saves your legal and compliance teams thousands of hours, ensuring you're always ahead of the curve and can advise the Board on upcoming legislative challenges.

AI-Powered Executive Briefings & Comms

Need to quickly summarise a complex incident investigation for the CEO? Or draft a compelling communication to all employees about a new safety initiative? AI can generate concise, impactful first drafts, helping you communicate critical messages clearly and efficiently, saving you precious time when every minute counts.

Common questions

Common questions

How do you become a Chief Compliance, Quality, Health & Safety Officer (CCQHS)?

Common routes in include Director, Global CQHS (3-5 years), VP, EHS & Quality (from a large, complex organisation) (Direct entry (0-1 year)) and General Counsel / Chief Risk Officer (with strong CQHS background) (2-4 years). Times vary with prior experience.

Where can a Chief Compliance, Quality, Health & Safety Officer (CCQHS) progress to?

This role can lead on to Chief Operating Officer (COO) (5-8 years) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) (8-12+ years), depending on the skills you build.

What new skills matter most for a Chief Compliance, Quality, Health & Safety Officer (CCQHS)?

Increasingly, ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) Integration & Reporting and Digital Ethics & Responsible AI Governance. These are the skills our record of this role lists as growing.

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17Where to go from here

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If you leave this industry

The skills in this role apply across industries with complex rules or high operational risk, such as manufacturing, energy, pharmaceuticals, logistics and technology hardware. Safety, quality and compliance principles stay the same even when regulations differ. Experience in governance and leadership carries into most sectors.

This role profile is © 2026 Growth Engineering Technologies Ltd. Built from UK occupational standards and regulated qualification data, and written for Zavmo.

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