Senior Maritime Risk & Compliance Lead

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS); Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ABS Group seeks a principal consultant to lead maritime risk, safety, and regulatory compliance engagements for shipowners, operators, ports, and offshore organizations. You will plan, direct, and supervise complex projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget adherence while delivering clear technical findings.

You will mentor junior staff, advance business development, prepare executive briefings, and represent ABS Group in client meetings and industry forums.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Advanced degree or bachelor’s degree and equivalent experience.
• Professional certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex consulting engagements for maritime clients involving risk management, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical and strategic advice to shipowners, operators, ports, offshore organizations, and government-related stakeholders on maritime matters.
• Plan, direct, and oversee project execution, ensuring quality, timeliness, budget control, and client satisfaction.

Skills

Maritime risk management

Regulatory compliance

Audits & investigations

Risk assessment

Client relationship management

Project leadership

Mentoring

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Advanced degree

Professional certifications

Job description

ABS Group seeks a principal consultant to lead maritime risk, safety, and regulatory compliance engagements for shipowners, operators, ports, and offshore organizations. You will plan, direct, and supervise complex projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget adherence while delivering clear technical findings.

You will mentor junior staff, advance business development, prepare executive briefings, and represent ABS Group in client meetings and industry forums.