StellenbeschreibungppbbLEAD AUDITOR SMETA – FREELANCE /b /b /p /ppbLocation: /b Switzerland (with flexible operational base)br/bType: /b Freelance / Independent Consultantbr/bRequired Languages: /b Italian, French and/or German (at least one language)br/bAvailability: /b Frequent travel to Switzerland /p ppbbCOMPANY DESCRIPTION /b /b /p /p pBureau Veritas is a global leader in testing, inspection and certification (TIC) services. We operate in over 140 countries with multidisciplinary expertise in health, safety, environment and sustainability. In the SMETA sector (Social and Environmental Accountability), we support organizations in achieving international standards for social and environmental responsibility, with particular focus on ethical audits, regulatory compliance and sustainable supply chain management. /p ppbbROLE DESCRIPTION /b /b /p /p pWe are seeking expert Lead Auditors SMETA to conduct social and environmental accountability audits at clients in Switzerland. The position requires full autonomy in managing SMETA audits, multilingual communication skills and deep knowledge of ethical audit systems, regulatory compliance and supply chain sustainability. /p pThe professional will operate as an independent consultant, ensuring high-quality audits, verification of compliance with SMETA criteria, identification of non-conformities and formulation of strategic recommendations for improving social and environmental accountability performance. /p ppbbREQUIREMENTS /b /b /p /p ppbbEducation /b /b /p /p liDegree in Engineering, Social Sciences, Law, Human Resources or related disciplines /li liLead Auditor SMETA Certification (mandatory) /li liLead Auditor ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 Certification (preferred) /li liContinuous training on ethical audits and social responsibility /li liKnowledge of international regulations on human rights and labor /li ppbbExperience /b /b /p /p liMinimum 3-5 years as Lead Auditor SMETA with industrial clients /li liExperience conducting audits in Swiss or European organizations /li ppbbTechnical Competencies /b /b /p /p liDeep knowledge of SMETA Standard (version 6 and subsequent versions) /li liKnowledge of international regulations on human rights (ILO, UN Guiding Principles) /li liKnowledge of EU regulations on sustainability and due diligence /li liCompetence in social and environmental risk assessment /li liUse of audit software and document management systems /li liCompetence in ESG analysis and social responsibility criteria /li liKnowledge of supply chain management and traceability /li ppbbLanguages /b /b /p /p liItalian and/or French and/or German (fluent – at least one language mandatory) /li liEnglish (preferred) /li ppbbTransversal Competencies /b /b /p /p liExcellent written and oral communication skills /li liProblem-solving and critical thinking /li liAutonomy and responsibility /li liResults and client orientation /li liFlexibility and adaptability to different contexts /li liProfessional integrity and confidentiality /li liSensitivity to social and environmental issues /li liActive listening skills and empathy /li ppbbWORKING CONDITIONS /b /b /p /p libHours: /b Flexible, with possible audit requirements during client business hours /li libContract: /b Freelance / Independent Consultant (VAT number required) /li ppbbSALARY TRANSPARENCY INFORMATION /b /b /p /p pIn compliance with Directive (EU) 2023/970 on pay transparency, Bureau Veritas guarantees: /p libPay Transparency: /b Rates for this freelance position are defined according to objective and non-discriminatory criteria /li libEqual Treatment: /b No discrimination based on sex, gender, age, origin, religion or other protected characteristics /li libAccess to Information: /b Selected candidates will receive clear information on remuneration criteria and economic conditions /li libMonitoring: /b Bureau Veritas continuously monitors pay equity and gender parity /li libESG Equity: /b Concrete commitment to equity, inclusion and organizational sustainability /li pFor detailed information on our remuneration policy and gender parity, please visit: /p ppbb#LeaveYourMark #ShapingaWorldofTrust /b /b /p /p pBureau Veritas guarantees equal opportunities and equal treatment and access to all candidates without discrimination based on sex, race, skin color, ethnic or social origin, genetic characteristics, language, religion or personal beliefs, political or other opinions, membership of a national minority, property, birth, disability, age or sexual orientation. /p pAll personal data will be processed in accordance with EU Regulation 679/16 (GDPR) and Legislative Decree 196/03. "Candidates" Privacy Notice available at: /p
