Trading Safely & Legally Manager - East Division

Job description

Join M&S Business Continuity & Safety as a regional safety & compliance specialist supporting UK & ROI retail stores. You’ll independently inspect M&S-owned stores to ensure we trade safely and legally across Fire, Health & Safety and Food Safety & Compliance; produce clear reports and drive timely corrective actions; coach store and regional leaders; and deliver practical interventions that protect our people, brand, property and profit. You’ll also support new openings/renewals and provide insight to central teams to simplify ways of working. We’re looking for a customer‑centric self‑starter with experience in retail safety/compliance, strong communication and coaching skills, and a passion for doing the right thing. Due to high interest, this role may close earlier than advertised. We recommend applying as soon as possible. What you’ll do: Your key accountabilities will include: - Conduct independent Fire, Health & Safety (FHS) and Food Safety & Compliance (FS&C) inspections across UK & ROI stores, with timely revisits and remote close‑out of actions. - Produce clear, consistent inspection reports; ensure corrective actions are understood and completed on time. - Lead accident t...