Compliance Director - Logistics / Transport Ref: DSA063026 c£85,000 - £95,000 + bonus/bens

DSA Executive on behalf of a leading transport and logistics business; Liverpool, Manchester; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport and logistics business is seeking an experienced Compliance Director for their Liverpool site. The role involves managing regulatory compliance systems, leading audits, developing internal policies, and fostering a strong compliance culture. Candidates should have a relevant degree, extensive senior compliance experience, and strong regulatory knowledge. The package includes a competitive salary up to £95,000, a bonus scheme, and benefits such as private healthcare and professional development support.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Pension contributions

Car/car allowance

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Flexible/hybrid working policy

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a senior compliance role within logistics or transport.
• Strong regulatory knowledge in transport compliance and health & safety.
• Leadership skills for effective communication across business levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance systems across transport, warehousing, and regulations.
• Lead internal and third-party audits and monitor corrective actions.
• Develop training programmes to cultivate a proactive compliance culture.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership and interpersonal skills

Analytical mindset

Proficiency in compliance software/tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law or Business

Professional qualification (e.g., IIPQ, ICSA)

Tools

Compliance software/tools

Job description

Opportunity to join a leading national transport and logistics business at their strategic site in the North West, responsible for a multi-site operation across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding business at an exciting time as they continue their growth path through strategic acquisition and organic development. They have grown considerably over the past 10 years and are now one of the leading transport and logistics businesses in the UK covering a wide range of verticals including industrial, FMCG and foodstuffs. Due to this expansion, they are now seeking an experienced compliance director to manage all aspects of the role including:

• Regulatory oversight: Design, implement, and maintain compliance systems across transport, warehousing, import/export, customs, health & safety, licensing, environmental, and data protection regulations (GDPR, CMR, TACHO, O‑Licence, HSWA, AEO approvals).
• Policy & process development: Draft and refine internal policies, compliance manuals, risk frameworks, audit schedules, and standard operating procedures.
• Audit & assurance: Lead internal and third‑party audits; monitor and report corrective actions; maintain compliance scorecards and KPIs.
• Training & culture: Develop training programmes; cultivate a proactive compliance culture through periodic sessions, communications, and leadership briefings.
• Incident management: Investigate compliance incidents, conduct root‑cause analysis, and monitor resolution and mitigation plans; serve as the escalation point.
• Regulatory liaison: Act as the primary contact with regulators (DVSA, HSE, ICO, Customs HMRC) and manage inspections and statutory reporting.
• Stakeholder collaboration: Coordinate with operations, finance, HR, legal and IT to ensure aligned and effective compliance measures.
• Team leadership: Manage a small team (e.g., Compliance Officer/Manager, Auditors); oversee budgeting, forecasting and performance reviews.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (Law, Business, Supply Chain or similar); professional qualification (e.g., IIPQ, ICSA) preferred.
• Extensive experience with at least 3 years in a senior compliance role—ideally within logistics, transport or supply chain.
• Strong regulatory knowledge: transport compliance (O‑Licence, drivers’ hours), health & safety, customs, data protection.
• Demonstrated success in leading audits, investigations, compliance programmes and regulatory interfaces.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills for effective communication across all business levels.
• Analytical mindset and proficiency in compliance software/tools.
• Relevant professional certifications (NEBOSH, FIATA, CILT, Tacho, GDPR) advantageous.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive base salary: £85,000–£95,000 dependant on experience.
• Bonus scheme: up to 15% performance‑based.
• Private healthcare, pension contributions, car/car allowance.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Flexible/hybrid working policy.
• Professional development support (courses, certifications).