Compliance Officer

WR Logistics; Newport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics specialist is seeking a Compliance Officer in Newport. This role involves managing compliance activities, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring regulatory alignment with standards like ISO 27001. Candidates should possess experience in compliance, ideally within logistics. The position offers a competitive salary up to £50,000 and benefits. Join a leading firm known for providing secure transport solutions in the defence sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance roles within logistics or similar sectors.
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks and standards.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

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

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