Certification & Compliance Lead

About Us

At ADAPTOVATE, we're not just consultants—we're coaches, catalysts, and partners in transformation. We help organisations unlock human potential, embed operational excellence, and navigate change with agility. Founded by three former BCG executives, we empower clients to innovate, adapt, and lead in rapidly evolving markets. Proudly B Corp certified and recognised by as a Top Management Consulting Firm in 2024, we're redefining consulting for today's world.

Success for ADAPTOVATE in no small part is backed by our Business Services Team which provides corporate services for ADAPTOVATE and other global businesses. This group is currently expanding its client base, and expanding the services it provides into Certification and Compliance management services for its clients, and we need a Lead to start and lead this service and its growth.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-driven
Certification & Compliance Lead
will
own the strategy and execution
of key certifications—
B-Corp, ISO27001, ISO 42001, SOC 2, GDPR
, and others—for multiple high-growth, global entities.

You will lead end-to-end planning, stakeholder coordination, data collection, and documentation for companies at
various stages of certification
from initial benchmarking to renewal audits. Your work will directly support our commitment to ethical business, sustainability, and operational excellence.

What You'll Be Doing

• Certification Program and Team development
• Design and own the multi-entity certification roadmap (B-Corp, ISO, SOC 2, GDPR, etc.)
• Develop the team required to facilitate certification as needed using contractors, consultants and internal team members in these businesses
• Track and maintain
  certification timelines
  , milestones, and renewals
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (leadership, HR, Ops, Legal) to gather the required documentation and data
• Act as the
  liaison with certification bodies
  , auditors, and consultants
• Drive adoption of certification-aligned best practices across supported businesses

Process Improvement & Readiness

• Perform gap assessments and readiness reviews for certification requirements
• Document and standardise
  policies, procedures, controls
  , and reporting frameworks
• Recommend best practices to enhance governance, sustainability, and social performance
• Utilise the Drata or similar platform to manage these certifications
• Monitoring & Reporting
• Maintain certification records and registers for all entities
• Prepare reports for management on certification status, risks, and upcoming requirements
• Track relevant regulatory or standards changes (B Lab, ISO, etc.)

What We're Looking For

Must-haves

• 5-7+ years' experience managing B Corp or ISO certification projects including B-Corp, ISO27001, ISO 42001, SOC 2 and GDPR
• Hands on with platforms like B Impact Assessment platform and Drata or similar or certification management systems
• Strong project management, including building and maintaining certification frameworks and leading audits
• Exceptional written communication and documentation ability
• Comfortable working across multiple businesses and diverse stakeholders
• Track record in policy/process documentation and continuous improvement for ESG and/or quality or certification standards

Nice to haves

• Knowledge of ISO
• Exposure to SME or multi-entity business environments
• Consulting or advisory background in ESG, compliance, or operations
• Experience managing compliance in fast-growth or global settings

Working Style

• Ability to
  work independently
  while managing inputs from diverse teams
• Highly
  detail-oriented
  , deadline-conscious, and able to juggle multiple projects
• Comfortable with
  remote-first environments
  and digital collaboration tools (e.g., Google Workspace, project trackers)
• Hands-on in shaping and elevating sustainable practices across innovative organisations
• Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture

Why ADAPTOVATE?

• Recognized Workplace Excellence – Exceptional Glassdoor rating of 4.5/5 and a Great Place to Work Certification in the USA, Canada, Singapore, and Australia.
• Trusted by Fortune 500 Companies – A proven track record across industries.
• High Engagement & Motivation – Scores 10% higher than the industry standard.
• Commitment to Diversity – Representation from over 20 nationalities and gender parity.
• Flexible and supportive hybrid working culture
• Significant EVP budget for our team members to be spent on their wellbeing, growth and experiences Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at ADAPTOVATE means we employ a diverse group of people who reflect the culture, society, and world in which we operate. We welcome and value unique opinions and experiences, and take deliberate actions to ensure our systems and policies are equitable for all identities.

Next Steps

• Apply with your CV, clearly addressing your relevant experience. Our process includes a brief pre-screen assessment, an interview, and a final discussion with leadership. Please also share an example of how you've successfully led a certification or recertification project.