Lead Auditor – Anti-Bribery Management System (ISO 37001:2025)

Job Description
Lead Auditor – Anti-Bribery Management System (ISO 37001:2025)
Organization: DQS India Pvt. Ltd.
Location: Pan India – (Preferred - North India - Delhi NCR)
Employment Type: Part Timer – Freelancer/ Empanelled Auditor
Position Summary
DQS is seeking a qualified and experienced Lead Auditor – ISO 37001:2025 Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS) to conduct certification, surveillance, recertification, transfer, and special audits in accordance with ISO 37001:2025 requirements. The role involves assessing organizations' anti-bribery management systems, evaluating compliance with applicable legal and regulatory obligations, and determining the effectiveness of controls implemented to prevent, detect, and address bribery risks.
Key Responsibilities
Audit Execution
Conduct Stage 1, Stage 2, Surveillance, Recertification, and Special Audits against ISO 37001:2025 requirements.
Review documented information, policies, procedures, and records relating to Anti-Bribery Management Systems.
Evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of anti-bribery controls and risk management processes.
Conduct on-site and remote audits across various industry sectors.
Lead audit teams and ensure audits are completed in accordance with DQS procedures and accreditation requirements.
Compliance Assessment
Assess organizational compliance with anti-bribery policies, applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations.
Review bribery risk assessments, mitigation plans, and monitoring mechanisms.
Evaluate due diligence processes for employees, suppliers, contractors, consultants, and business associates.
Assess controls related to gifts, hospitality, donations, sponsorships, facilitation payments, and conflicts of interest.
Verify effectiveness of whistleblowing mechanisms, investigations, and corrective actions.
Reporting and Certification Activities
Prepare clear, accurate, and timely audit reports.
Document nonconformities, observations, and opportunities for improvement.
Present audit findings to client management during closing meetings.
Support certification decision-making processes by providing objective audit evidence.
Technical Development
Maintain auditor competence through continuous professional development.
Participate in witness audits, calibration activities, and technical meetings.
Support training and mentoring of trainee auditors and auditors where required.
Stay updated on emerging anti-bribery regulations, governance practices, and ISO standards.
Qualification Requirements
Education
Education or training to a level equivalent to university education.
Higher education in Law, Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, Corporate Governance, or a related field is preferred.
Qualification as a Tax Advisor, Financial Auditor, Compliance Professional, or equivalent will be an added advantage.
Training
Successful completion of an ISO 37001:2025 Lead Auditor Course from a recognized training provider.
Knowledge of auditing principles, practices, and certification processes.
Experience
Minimum 5 years of practical work experience.
At least 2 years of experience in Compliance Management and/or Anti-Bribery Management, including responsibility for managing compliance and anti-bribery obligations, laws, regulations, and ethical business requirements within an organization.
Experience in conducting internal, supplier, second party, or third-party management system audits is preferred.
Experience in governance, risk management, legal compliance, ethics, internal audit, or financial control functions will be advantageous.
Knowledge and Skills
Strong understanding of ISO 37001:2025 requirements and Anti-Bribery Management Systems.
Knowledge of compliance frameworks, corporate governance, and anti-corruption legislation.
Excellent auditing, interviewing, analytical, and report-writing skills.
Ability to assess risks and identify gaps in management systems.
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to maintain impartiality, confidentiality, and professional integrity.
Additional Requirements
Willingness to travel extensively for audit assignments.
Good command of English; knowledge of additional regional languages is desirable.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and audit reporting tools.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary audit team.
Key Competencies
Integrity and ethical conduct
Risk-based thinking
Attention to detail
Decision-making and problem-solving
Client focus and professionalism
Time management and organizational skills
Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
Preferred Additional Certifications
ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
ISO 37301 Compliance Management Systems
ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
ISO 14001 Lead Auditor
ISO 45001 Lead Auditor
Internal Audit or Compliance-related professional certifications

Work arrangement
Yes