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 qualified 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

📌 Lead Auditor – Anti-Bribery Management System (ISO 37001:2025) (India)
🏢 DQS
📍 India