Global Compliance Analyst

Brambles Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global supply chain leader in Manchester seeks a Global Compliance Analyst to oversee human rights programs. This role involves designing monitoring programs, conducting compliance assessments, and collaborating with global teams. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in legal or compliance roles and strong analytical skills. This position offers flexibility through hybrid work arrangements and numerous benefits, including competitive salary and annual bonuses.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Private healthcare

25 days holiday + statutory holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in legal or compliance roles.
• Strong analytical, writing, and research skills.
• Experience with human rights audits, SEDEX, or SMETA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement human rights monitoring programs.
• Conduct compliance assessments and internal investigations.
• Track audits across CHEP plants and suppliers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Research skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

Job Title

Global Compliance Analyst – Human Rights

Location

Location: United Kingdom (Manchester hybrid or remote elsewhere)

Type

Full-time, Permanent

Key Responsibilities May Include

• Designing, developing, documenting, and implementing human rights monitoring programs in each Brambles’ region. These programs apply to both Brambles and Brambles’ value chains.
• Conducting salient issue assessments and human rights inspections within Brambles’ operations and escalating any non-conformities as appropriate.
• Working with, and providing support to, each region as identified suppliers undergo SMETA audits at Brambles’ request, either in connection with the human rights monitoring program or if otherwise required as a condition of onboarding during due diligence. The Global Compliance Analyst, Human Rights, will help the identified suppliers register with SEDEX, schedule and undergo a SMETA audit, and track the findings, ensuring all non-conformities are addressed to Brambles’ satisfaction before the audit is closed.
• Guiding and tracking human rights inspections of third parties globally and escalating any non-conformities as appropriate.
• Overseeing SMETA audits at CHEP-run plants or facilities and other high-risk suppliers, escalating any non-conformities, and ensuring corrective actions are implemented as appropriate.
• Maintaining a Human Rights Monitoring Program Tracker.
• Delivering human rights training to all relevant stakeholders and conducting human rights awareness campaigns.
• Carrying out internal investigations and compliance risk assessments as assigned.

What You’ll Do

• Support the design and implementation of Brambles’ global human rights monitoring programs
• Oversee and track audits across CHEP plants and suppliers
• Conduct compliance assessments, internal investigations, and risk evaluations
• Deliver targeted human rights training and awareness campaigns
• Collaborate with global teams across Legal, Procurement, Supply Chain, HR, and more
• Maintain accurate records and reporting via the Human Rights Monitoring Program Tracker

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in legal or compliance roles
• Strong analytical, writing, and research skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage large volumes of data
• Experience with human rights audits, SEDEX, or SMETA is a plus

Why Join Brambles?

• Be part of a global team driving ethical business practices
• Work on meaningful projects that impact supply chains and communities worldwide
• Collaborate with experts across Brazil, Spain, South Africa, the UK, and the US
• Enjoy a role with real influence and opportunities for growth

What’s in It for You?

• Certified Top 17 Global Employers
• Excellent career progression
• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus (typically 10%) based on company and individual performance
• Generous Share Scheme
• Private healthcare
• Company laptop and phone
• Hybrid or remote
• 25 days holiday + statutory holidays, with the option to buy/sell 5 additional days
• Up to 7.5% company pension
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Numerous retail discounts

Ready to Apply?

Submit your up-to-date CV tailored to this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you!

Brambles is an inclusive employer. We want every candidate to perform at their best throughout the application and interview process, and while at work. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

Remote Type

Hybrid or Remote

Skills to succeed in the role

Active Learning, Adaptability, Cross-Functional Work, Curiosity, Digital Literacy, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Initiative, Problem Solving

Equal Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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