Supply Chain Security Assurance Lead

Job DescriptionJob Title: Supply Chain Security Assurance LeadWorking Pattern: Full timeWorking location: Bristol/Hybrid An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supply Chain Security Assurance Lead to join our Defence Aerospace business in Bristol.In this role you will report directly to the Supply Chain Assurance Manager and will be part of the Defence Security Team accountable for delivering a range of key security outcomes over multiple sites with a diverse range of stakeholders to help ensure business and Government regulations are met.The base location for this position is Bristol UK with a requirement to travel independently to vendors partners and Rolls-Royce locations nationally (minimum 50%). There is also potential for occasional international travel.Why Rolls-RoyceRolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.We are proud to be a force for progress powering protecting and connecting people everywhere.We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.Were a leading global player in the defence aero engine market. From combat to transport trainers to helicopters we provide 16000 military engines and pioneering service solutions to 160 customers in 103 countries.Well provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive innovative culture that invests in you gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.This multifaceted role will give you an opportunity to work in a world class engineering and manufacturing environment using your knowledge of UK MOD security standards and compliance to ensure the highest standards of security are maintained.What we offerWe offer excellent development opportunities a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus employee support assistance and employee discounts.Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office home or another remote location. Its a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum were all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons on average three days per week.What you will be doingAs a member of the Supply Chain Security Assurance team with this exciting opportunity you will:Develop and agree audit schedules with suppliers completing the associated site visits producing the detailed assessments and audit reports to provide assurance to the business that the supply chain can meet the minimum security standards required for compliance.Understand the full extent of the supply chain including sub-tiers to determine the riskssuppliers may pose and ensure the supply chain know the sensitivity of information they hold and value of the programmes they are supporting.Undertake comprehensive supplier monitoring activities to prevent damage loss or compromise of Rolls-Royce assets across the physical personnel and cyber security domain.Understand the security arrangements of each supplier ensuring continued compliance against contractual obligations UK legislation and industry best practice.As the security focal point for suppliers who encounter security breaches or issues affecting Rolls-Royce assets provide the security support advice and guidance to Rolls-Royce colleagues when responding to supply chain events/incidents including investigation reports findings corrective actions and the recording of lessons learned.Act on intelligence indicating any threats to supply chain locations/sites from hostile actors including coordinating the provision of advice on security risk management business continuity practices review and feedback for continuous improvement.Develop and maintain effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to inform and influence security decisions ensuring sound security practices. This will include the delivery of security and cyber awareness briefings to enhance supply chain security awareness and preparedness.Who were looking for:At Rolls-Royce we put safety first do the right thing keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.To be successful in this role you will need to have:A valid UK driving licence.Experience of developing and executing comprehensive audit plans to ensure compliance against a complex set of customer requirements with a demonstrated track record of corrective and preventative action completion.Experience of compiling detailed audit reports risk assessments KPI summaries and trend analyses for senior management review.A good understanding of security principles practices and technologies and more specifically knowledge of security compliance and assurance in contracts (Defence and non-Defence related conditions).Supply Chain experience within government contracting environments ideally with prior experience in procurement security management law enforcement Government or military roles.Qualifications/certification/experience of the following ISO27001 ISO28001 CSMP. TAPAExceptional communication and interpersonal skills with an eye for detail and ability to influence the actions of others.We are an equal opportunities employer. Were committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives which are crucial to innovation and problem solving. We believe the more diverse perspectives we have the more successful well be. By building a culture of caring and belonging we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people Rolls-RoyceThis role requires a National Security Vetting clearance to a minimum Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that time there may be a requirement for you to hold a Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you dont currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets you must hold a UK nationality. Any dual nationals will require additional scrutiny and background checks prior to commencing work.Grade:SNBG 7 - 10For further information please contact:Lizzie Moore - Job CategoryProject ManagementPosting Date25 Nov 2025; 00:11Posting End Date30 Nov 2025 Key Skills Fitness,AXA,Council,Cleaning,Data Analysis Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1