Jijar Jim
Experienced and results-driven Consultant, Global Head of Quality, Compliance, Risk, and Data Protection Officer
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Experienced and results-driven Consultant, Global Head of Quality, Compliance, Risk, and Data Protection Officer with over 40 years of cross-industry expertise. Founder of KSS Compliance Limited, providing consultancy services on ISO management systems, audits, inspections, risk, and data protection. Proven success in guiding organizations through ISO certifications (9001, 27001, 14001, 45001, 17025, 22301), regulatory compliance, and GDPR/DPO functions.
Trusted advisor across multiple sectors including Technology, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, NHS, Blood Banks, Betting & Gaming, Construction, Rail & Road, Energy, Public Sector, and Professional Services. Recognised for building resilient governance structures, aligning compliance with business objectives, and delivering measurable improvements in risk management, operational performance, and customer trust.
Experience
ISO Consultant - Flutter PLC
(2025-07)
ISO Consultant supporting Flutter International (Betfair Italy) in implementing ISO 9001 and supporting ISO 26000 for TSG Interactive Services (Ireland) Limited. Responsible for developing quality frameworks, enhancing operational governance, conducting readiness assessments, and ensuring alignment with ISO requirements across international operations.
Founder & Principal Consultant - KSS Compliance Limited
(2025-07)
Established my own Limited Company, KSS Compliance Limited, providing consultancy services to organizations of all sizes. Offering ISO, compliance, risk, and data protection consultancy while operating fully Outside IR35, delivering flexible, independent professional services.
- Development and implementation of ISO Management Systems
- Internal Audit delivery and support for External Audits (Stage 1 & 2)
- Inspections, Risk Assessments, and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)
- Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and resilience strategies
- Development of Policies, Procedures, and Documentation
- Training & Awareness Programmes (ISO standards, audits, risk, compliance)
- Integrated Management Systems (IMS) and Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
- Outsourced Data Protection Officer (DPO) services for GDPR and data privacy
- Supporting an online betting organisation to meet country-specific regulations alongside ISO compliance
- Successfully guided clients across Technology, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, NHS, Blood Banks, Betting & Gaming, Construction, Rail & Road, Energy, Public Sector, and Education sectors
- Delivered multiple ISO certifications with zero major non-conformities
- Providing flexible consultancy services fully Outside IR35
Global Head of Quality & Compliance / Data Protection Officer - Checkit PLC
(2020-01 - 2025-07)
Spearheaded integration of ISO9001, ISO27001, and ISO17025 into a single global IMS. Secured and maintained certifications with SGS, BSI, DNV, and UKAS. Led GDPR compliance activities as appointed DPO. Built internal audit function and risk governance strategies. Produced board-level risk/compliance reports and heat maps. Managed FDA CFR 21 Part 11 compliance assessments.
Quality Manager - Mick George Ltd
(2017-09 - 2019-12)
Transitioned 12 entities to ISO 9001/14001/45001:2015 under one IMS. Developed centralized compliance systems covering audits, GDPR, legal, and training. Led external and supplier audits and trained senior leadership on risk-based thinking.
Senior IMS Engineer - Landis+Gyr Ltd
(2011-11 - 2017-09)
Maintained ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO27001, ISO17025, ISO22301, and OHSAS18001 certifications. Promoted to senior role for integration successes. Led CSR, Eco Vadis, RoSPA submissions, and HSE programme development.
Quality, Operations, and Continuous Improvement roles - E-Leather Ltd, JW Auto Marine, Newage International, Precision Components Ltd
(2001 - 2010)
Held roles in Quality, Operations, and Continuous Improvement across multiple organizations. Delivered ISO9001 implementations, Lean projects, SOPs, and improvement programmes.
Quality & Training Coordinator / Senior Inspector / Supervisor - Precision Valve UK Ltd
(1989 - 2000)
Developed and implemented quality systems, training programmes, and compliance inspections.
