Global Human Rights Programme Lead

Damco Spain SL; København; On-site; DKK 1,100,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk is seeking a Human Rights Programme Specialist to drive and strengthen our Human Rights Programme, embedding respect for human rights across operations and value chains. Anchored in Compliance, you will support the Head of Human Rights and help translate learnings into strategy while coordinating with a global team.

The role focuses on defining roadmaps, conducting risk assessments, monitoring controls, and building internal capacity in human rights, risk and compliance across functions.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of international standards on business and human rights (UNGPs, OECD guidelines).
• Minimum 6 years of experience with business and human rights in a global multinational.
• Hands-on, pragmatic approach to drive projects and influence outcomes.
• Ability to navigate a dynamic environment with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the Human Rights Programme and roadmaps with cross-functional coordination.
• Consolidate and maintain overview of prioritised human rights risks in the value chain.
• Provide tools and support to strengthen internal processes and controls.
• Develop lean tracking for HR performance for regulators, customers, investors.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align on HR objectives and run awareness training.

Job description

Maersk is seeking a Human Rights Programme Specialist to drive and strengthen our Human Rights Programme, embedding respect for human rights across operations and value chains. Anchored in Compliance, you will support the Head of Human Rights and help translate learnings into strategy while coordinating with a global team.

The role focuses on defining roadmaps, conducting risk assessments, monitoring controls, and building internal capacity in human rights, risk and compliance across functions.