Lead Assessor QSE

Role Purpose:

Verify quality, environmental, and safety management systems independently or as part of a team. Act as a subject matter expert by assessing the implementation of management systems at client sites both onsite and remotely, supporting system improvement, strengthening client relationships, and contributing to the development of LRQA services through technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Verify quality, environmental, and safety management systems independently or as part of an audit team. • Examine and assess the implementation of management systems at client sites across the country. • Conduct audits both onsite and remotely. • Act as a technical expert in quality, environmental, and safety management systems. • Contribute to the improvement of clients’ overall management systems. • Build and strengthen long-term relationships with clients. • Manage audits involving international customers. • Lead audit teams when required. • Contribute to the development of LRQA services based on technical expertise. • Address a variety of technical and management challenges across different industries and client environments.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environment, Chemistry, Energy, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline. • Minimum of 4 years’ experience in industry or services, including climate change requirements such as gas emission calculations and carbon footprint assessments. • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in quality, environmental, and safety management systems. • Familiarity with monitoring and reviewing local laws and regulations. • Good verbal and written knowledge of French and English (Level C). • Strong analytical skills and proactive attitude. • Ability to manage international customers through a combination of auditing and team leadership. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • High level of adaptability and responsiveness. • IRCA or ICA qualification is preferred. • Located in Paris, Northern France, Western France, or the Lyon area. • Willingness to travel throughout France. • Ability to achieve 180 chargeable days per year. • Valid Class B driver’s license

Who are LRQA?

LRQA is a leading global assurance partner, combining deep industry expertise with innovative solutions to help organizations manage risk, improve performance, and drive sustainable growth.

Operating in over 50 countries with a team of 2,500+ professionals, we support more than 60,000 clients worldwide through assurance, certification, cybersecurity, inspection, and training services. Our purpose is simple: to help businesses build a safer, more secure, and more sustainable future.

What We Offer:

Join a global team where your expertise is valued and your development is supported. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, flexible working arrangements where applicable, a competitive salary aligned with the market, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Pre-Employment Checks 

If you are successful in securing a role with us, we may carry out pre-employment checks, as permitted by local law, including verification of identity, right to work, employment history, education, and criminal records where applicable.

These checks are conducted by our trusted screening partner, Cfirst, in compliance with applicable data protection laws. Any personal data collected will be used solely for recruitment purposes, stored securely, and retained only as required.

For questions about the screening process, contact Onboarding@lrqa.com , For queries regarding your personal data, contact dataprotection@lrqa.com