Head of Compliance
Head of Compliance - Lead the Future of Food Safety at Pret
Are you a compliance leader who lives and breathes food safety, brand integrity, and operational excellence? We are working exclusively with Pret who are looking for a Head of Compliance to safeguard its brand, ensure its global standards are met, and lead a high-performing team across equity shops and franchise partners. You'll be the guardian of Pret's food compliance systems - from specification management to franchise partner oversight - ensuring our customers get the trusted, delicious Pret experience every time. You'll shape policies, embed best practice, and drive continuous improvement across the business, all while supporting Pret's global expansion and transformation initiatives. What You'll Do:Lead compliance to Pret's Food Technical & Safety Framework across equity and franchise operationsOwn and manage recipe/specification systems, ensuring accurate product data worldwideDrive audits, risk management, and continuous improvement programsCollaborate cross-functionally to embed compliance into strategy and business growthBuild and maintain technical relationships with franchise partnersLead, inspire, and grow a multidisciplinary compliance teamMonitor KPIs, analyse trends, and deliver actionable insightsRepresent Pret externally to stay ahead of industry trends and regulatory developments You'll Need:Extensive experience in food safety, technical leadership, and compliance across retail, manufacturing, or franchise modelsProven track record in policy development, compliance verification, and business transformation projectsExcellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skillsHACCP Level 4, advanced Food Safety certifications, and Lead Auditor training desirableRecognised industry expertise and the ability to lead high-performing teams Perks & Extras:- Nationwide and international travel - see the food world up close
- Up to 33 days of holiday including (flexi) Bank Holidays
- Free private medical cover, with the option to add family or partner at an additional cost
- 4% of your pension contribution matched by Pret
- Life assurance at 3x annual salary
- Loyalty award for 5, 10, 15, 20 years' service
- Flexi-time and hybrid working (3 days in the office, two days at home)
- Lifestyle savings
- Season ticket loans
- Healthcare cash plan
- Financial wellbeing provisions
- Free mortgage services
- Sabbatical after 3 years
- Opportunities to support our charity, The Pret Foundation
- Work at the heart of Pret's technical team shaping the future of food
- Be part of a brand renowned for quality, ethics, and innovation
If you're ready to shape Pret's compliance strategy, drive global standards, and make an impact across thousands of shops and franchise partners, this is your chance to step into a role where your expertise truly matters.
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