National Compliance Officer

Kuehne+Nagel; Tandil; On-site; ARS 138,998,000 - 200,775,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel is seeking a National Compliance Officer based in Buenos Aires to lead the Ethics & Compliance program across Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, and Bolivia. You will implement, monitor, and continuously enhance the national program, ensuring adherence to local and international laws including anti-corruption, antitrust, and AML, while aligning with Kuehne+Nagel's Code of Conduct.

You will advise regional leadership, strengthen governance, and drive training and communications in both

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Compliance or a related area, preferably within a multinational (minimum 5 years).
• Academic background in Law, Accounting, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced English proficiency, both written and spoken, with the ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Candidates must be based in Buenos Aires.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Compliance operations across Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, and Bolivia.
• Deliver updates, training sessions, and communications on Ethics & Compliance topics in Spanish and English.
• Conduct and update Compliance risk assessments as defined by Global Compliance.
• Advise national leadership on anti-corruption and regulatory expectations.
• Strengthen governance and oversight, embedding a culture of Compliance and integrity.
• Conduct supplier network assurance and Compliance risk assessments.
• Support internal audits and Compliance reviews to meet national and global standards.

Skills

Compliance

Analytical skills

Risk assessment

English proficiency

Education

Law or related field

Accounting or Business Administration

Industrial Engineering

Job description

It's more than a job Working in the Compliance area at Kuehne+Nagel means taking on a role that goes beyond implementing and monitoring policies, as you will lead the Ethics & Compliance program across Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, and Bolivia, ensuring adherence to both local and international regulations. By promoting ethical standards and a strong compliance culture, your work supports teams in operating with integrity and confidence, enabling reliable and responsible global logistics solutions that make a meaningful impact on businesses and communities worldwide.

It's more than a job Working in the Compliance area at Kuehne+Nagel means taking on a role that goes beyond implementing and monitoring policies, as you will lead the Ethics & Compliance program across Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, and Bolivia, ensuring adherence to both local and international regulations. By promoting ethical standards and a strong compliance culture, your work supports teams in operating with integrity and confidence, enabling reliable and responsible global logistics solutions that make a meaningful impact on businesses and communities worldwide.

As a National Compliance Officer you will lead the implementation, monitoring, and continuous enhancement of the national Ethics & Compliance program across Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, and Bolivia. As the key Compliance representative, you will ensure that all operations adhere to applicable laws, including Chilean law 20.393 as well as others, including anti corruption, antitrust, trade controls, anti money laundering regulations, and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, as well as Kuehne+Nagel's internal policies and Code of Conduct.

How you create impact

• Lead and coordinate Compliance operations across Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, and Bolivia, ensuring local adaptation and alignment with Kuehne+Nagel’s global Compliance framework.
• Deliver ongoing updates, training sessions, and communications to management, employees, and selected third parties on Ethics & Compliance topics in both Spanish and English.
• Conduct and regularly update Compliance risk assessments as defined by Global Compliance, identifying and mitigating potential risks proactively.
• Serve as a subject matter expert particularly in anti-corruption advising national leadership on ethical business practices and regulatory expectations.
• Strengthen governance and oversight structures, ensuring accountability across business units and embedding a culture of Compliance and integrity.
• Conduct and update supplier network assurance and Compliance risk assessments
• Support internal audits and Compliance reviews to ensure national objectives and global standards are consistently achieved.

What we would like you to bring

• Proven experience in Compliance or a related area, preferably within a multinational (minimum 5 years).
• Academic background in Law, Accounting, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced English proficiency, both written and spoken, with the ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical skills, sound ethical judgment, independence, and the ability to assess risks and propose practical solutions.
• Candidates must be based in Buenos Aires.

What's in it for you

Join a global organization where integrity drives every decision. In this role, you will shape the Compliance landscape across multiple countries, lead initiatives with regional visibility, and work closely with international teams. If you are looking for an international position that allows you to influence culture, guide ethical decision-making, and grow your career within a global network—

This role is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference!

Who are we

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.