Audit and Assurance Manager

atNorth is a leading Nordic data center company providing cost-effective, scalable high-density colocation and built-to-suit services to industry-leading organizations across Iceland, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark.

With sustainability at our core, our data centers run on renewable energy and are designed according to circular economy principles. Through innovative design, power efficiency, and intelligent operations, we deliver reliable, secure, and high-performance infrastructure.

Headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland, atNorth operates eight data centers across the Nordics, with additional sites under development in Finland, Denmark, and Sweden.

We combine world-class technology with a people-first culture built on collaboration, ownership, and trust, empowering our teams to grow, take responsibility, and make a real impact.

By joining our international team, you will help shape the future of sustainable digital infrastructure.

Audit and Assurance Manager at atNorth

At atNorth, you’ll play a key role in strengthening our global audit and compliance capabilities as we continue to scale our data center operations across the Nordics. As Audit and Assurance Manager, you will own and continuously develop our global audit program, ensure strong alignment with our Integrated Management System (IMS), and support compliance with ISO standards, legal requirements, and customer expectations. This is a hands-on, influential role where you’ll work closely with stakeholders across the organization to drive risk mitigation, robustness, and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities:

• Plan, manage, and continuously improve atNorth’s global audit program covering IMS processes and controls

• Coordinate and manage internal audits, ISO certification audits, supplier/third-party audits, and customer compliance audits

• Act as the primary point of contact for ISO certification bodies and other external auditors

• Manage audit findings, nonconformities, and opportunities for improvement, ensuring timely and effective corrective actions

• Execute HSEQ audits and monitor compliance against ISO standards, legal EHS obligations, internal policies, and customer requirements

• Maintain and develop the Integrated Management System to ensure consistent and effective implementation across the organization

• Maintain accurate records, audit trails, and assurance reporting, highlighting trends, risks, and improvement areas

• Develop audit-related processes, KPIs, tools, and reporting to strengthen governance and performance

• Travel to atNorth sites and external stakeholders as required (approx. 25%)
  

Your profile:

• Proven experience managing combined ISO audit programs in a multi-site, international environment

• Certified Lead or Internal Auditor for ISO 9001, 14001, and/or 45001, with hands-on audit execution experience

• Strong understanding of ISO standards, audit methodologies (ISO 19011), risk management, and internal controls

• Ability to translate external requirements into practical, business-oriented internal controls

• Confident communicator who can engage, coach, and support stakeholders at all levels

• Structured, independent, and proactive working style, with strong collaboration skills across cultures

• Bachelor’s degree in quality management, EHS, engineering, or a related field, with 4–5 years’ experience in audit, assurance, or compliance roles

• Fluency in English is required; Nordic language skills and experience from data centers, technology, or industrial environments are considered a strong advantage.

About the atNorth Culture

We believe that sustainable success starts with the wellbeing of our people. For us, an open, transparent, and inclusive culture is more than a priority, it is the core of how we lead and innovate.

We don’t just talk about culture; we nurture it. Through regular one-to-one engagements and monthly wellbeing surveys, we listen carefully to our teams, ensuring that every voice is heard and every opportunity for improvement is embraced.

We recognize that innovation and collaboration thrive where people feel truly connected, which is why we come together each week to share ideas, strengthen relationships, and nurture a sense of belonging, sometimes over a simple breakfast and good conversation.

At atNorth, we are building a community where you can do your best work and shape a sustainable future together.