HEAD OF COMPLIANCE MONITORING

Head of Compliance Monitoring

We are currently looking for a Head of Compliance Monitoring, to lead the team planning, managing, and maintaining the EASA and IOSA compliance program for all of SAS, ensuring effective oversight, and verification of operational safety, security and quality standards.
The role will report directly to Head of Central Safety, Security and Compliance and be part of that leadership team.

Challenges you will work on

•    Leading a team of 15–20 dedicated auditors.
•    Provide scheduled and ad hoc auditing services to all of SAS.
•    Liaise and collaborate with relevant stakeholders across SAS to ensure the effective interfacing and implementation of Safety, Security and Compliance activities, including standards assurance and departmental oversight programmes.
•    Confirm Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), ensuring actions from audit findings are tracked and effectively implemented, with diligent follow up.
•    Prepare compliance and audit reports for management and identify trends and areas for improvement.
•    Participate in cross functional meetings and decision making processes to ensure consistent application and implementation of compliance standards across the group.
•    Manage resource planning and scheduling.
•    Maintain required competencies and help team members to grow professionally and in alignment with organizational goals.
You will be working closely with Compliance Monitoring Managers in all parts of SAS to effectively communicate audit results, compliance status, and corrective action needs.
You will liaise with IOSA auditors and other external partners to ensure audit compliance and maintain SAS’ position on the IOSA registry, and ensure that findings, trends, and action plans are clearly documented and communicated to relevant internal and external stakeholders.

The Team

You will be part of the Central Safety, Security and Compliance leadership team and lead a highly specialized Compliance Monitoring organization supporting all parts of SAS.

To be successful in this role, we believe you should have:

•    Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Safety, Engineering, or related field.
•    Advanced training or certification in auditing to ISO 9001 or equivalent methodologies.
•    Lead Auditor training.
•    Minimum 5 years’ experience in quality assurance or regulatory compliance. Concrete experience in audit and inspection roles within aviation is preferred.
•    Experience in planning and conducting safety, operational, or regulatory audits.
•    Proven experience in leadership, team management, and project coordination.
•    Broad understanding of IOSA standards, audit principles, and industry best practices.
•    Ability to oversee and manage complex audit programs.

As a person, we believe you have
•    High integrity and commitment to safety, security, and compliance standards.
•    Strong communicative skills to effectively liaise with stakeholders and inspire team members.
•    Strong English skills both spoken and in writing. Scandinavian language ability will be beneficial but not a requirement.
•    Good prioritization skills to manage periods with high workload.
•    Personal resilience.

Why SAS

At SAS, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development in an international, fast-paced working environment. We are dedicated to the continuous growth of our employees. Working with us comes with a variety of benefits, including: 
•    Travel Perks: Enjoy discounted travel opportunities around the world with SAS. 
•    Health & Wellness: Access to health and wellness benefits, including a newly renovated gym with complimentary classes such as CrossFit and yoga. 
•    Discounts: Receive discounts from a wide range of brands, as well as on transportation to and from airports, airport shops, hotels, and car rentals. 
•    Work Environment: Our office location in Frösundavik offers a vibrant workspace with a restaurant, café, and easy access to outdoor activities in Hagaparken and Brunnsviken. Engage in running, tennis, outdoor gym sessions, kayaking, and stand-up paddling with equipment available free of charge. 
•    Convenient Commute: Benefit from a non-stop bus service connecting our office to Solna station, and commuter trains, alongside a network of cycle paths. 

Additional information

•    Deadline for application: 31/05/2026. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as interviews are conducted continuously, and the position may be filled before the application deadline. Note that we are not able to handle any applications that are sent by email, due to GDPR regulations. 
•    Position: Fulltime (100%) 
•    This position is based in Frösundavik, Solna (Stockholm), and you will be expected to work onsite. Remote work may also be an option, depending on the agreement made with your manager. 

•    EU Working Permit is a requirement
•    A background check will be conducted at the final stage of this recruitment process, as this role is security classified. If you are aware of any specific matters that may come up during this background check, we kindly ask you to be transparent about them during the recruitment process. 

•    Should you have questions about the position, you are welcome to Head of Central Safety, Security and Compliance, Jesper Zachariassen by email: jesper.zachariassen@sas.dk

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