Compliance Officer

WR Logistics; Bristol; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics specialist serving the defence and government sectors is seeking a Compliance Officer in Bristol. You will oversee critical compliance activities, manage risk assessments, and maintain regulatory standards, aiming for ISO 27001 and Defence Cyber Certification by 2027. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of compliance experience in the UK and must be a British citizen due to security clearance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in a compliance officer role in the UK.
• Must be a British citizen or dual UK national due to security clearance requirements.
• Skilled in risk assessment across people, vehicles, facilities, and/or cyber domains.

Responsibilities

• Lead driver, vehicle, facility, and cyber risk assessments.
• Maintain an active risk register and dashboard.
• Review and update the business continuity plan.

Skills

Risk assessment

Compliance management

Health & Safety

Aviation Security awareness

Job description

Compliance Officer

Bristol • Up to £50,000 + Benefits • Defence & Government Logistics Leader

Why Join

Competitive salary up to £50,000, plus comprehensive benefits. Take ownership of key compliance initiatives and shape future certifications.

About the Company

Our client is a market‑leading logistics specialist serving the defence and government sectors, providing secure, mission‑critical transport solutions by road, air, and ocean freight.

As Compliance Officer, you will take ownership of day‑to‑day compliance activity - from policy management and risk assessment to audit delivery and accreditation readiness. You'll be instrumental in maintaining high standards, ensuring regulatory alignment, and preparing the business for future certifications, including ISO 27001, Defence Cyber Certification.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead driver, vehicle, facility, and cyber risk assessments.
• Maintain an active risk register and dashboard.
• Review and update the business continuity plan; deliver readiness exercises.
• Operate near‑miss and breach escalation processes and support investigations.
• Track Health & Safety duties, first aid coverage, alarms, and regulatory updates.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience in a compliance officer role in the UK – minimum 5 years.
• Must be a British citizen or dual UK national (due to security clearance requirements).
• Awareness of Aviation Security for freight operations (preferred).
• Skilled in risk assessment across people, vehicles, facilities, and/or cyber domains.
• Support MoD‑related standards such as FSC and IPSA.
• Lead the journey to achieve ISO 27001, Defence Cyber Certification, and Cyber Essentials Plus by H1 2027.