Job Description

Regional Compliance Officer

Would you like to be part of the most international company in the world? A company operating in more than 220 countries worldwide and has been pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969. Would you like to be part of a business that connects people across the globe and want to make a difference? Then waste no time and join our amazing team at DHL Group. DHL Global Forwarding, Freight (DGFF) is the Group's air, ocean, and road freight specialist. We offer standardized transport as well as highly specialized end-to-end solutions to customers in a wide range of industries globally.



Lead the compliance function and provide input to and lead the implementation of the functional strategy in the region to develop, implement and maintain DHL policies and procedures that comply with all applicable laws and regulations in line with business needs, strategy, industry best practices, regulatory framework and current legislation.

DHL

Global Forwarding

has an opening for a

Regional Compliance Officer in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Join us in connecting people and improving lives!

In this Regional Compliance Officer

Position

Define short to mid-term compliance strategy, frameworks and standards at regional level taking into account current/ future business plans, exposure, risks, applicable laws and regulations Collaborate with top management on strategic planning activities and translate regional compliance strategy into commercial reality by supporting operational plans, measures and budgets to achieve defined results Oversee review and interpretation of new and pending laws and regulations that would potentially affect DHL's business practices Set priorities for the region and align its activities to support achievement of business objectives without compromising on compliance standards, guidelines and rules Define and deploy program s, control system s, compliance metrics and tools for the region to enhance compliance with DHL protocols and standards and with all applicable laws and regulations Introduce and steer innovation across the compliance function to increase effectiveness and efficiency of the function in the region Ensure accurate and timely consolidation of information and compliance reporting detailing compliance cases and their management Provide binding responses to emerging questions and take binding ad -hoc decisions in compliance questions Confidentially process complaints and ensure solution in line with compliance guidelines Negotiate and influence business decisions with clients/customers and definition of relevant term s and conditions in line with regional standards and guidelines Represent DHL group externally in compliance matters (e.g. public authorities, courts)

Stakeholders

Extensive contact and negotiating with other departments and 3rd parties with conflicting objectives Influence and challenge key stakeholders effectively Develop strong, trusting cross-functional relationships with senior DHL business leaders Influence others across DHL and externally as an internally and externally recognized thought leader representing the Group Champion cooperation and partnership to provide integrated solutions to problem s

Management Responsibilities

Lead multiple teams of lower level executives, directors/senior managers, and managers Develop short to long-term (1-5 years) plans for optimizing the organization, function, or job-family and the talent required to execute strategies

Now, here is what we need from you!

Lead the sub-function on a regional level Establish and implement strategies that have short to long-term (1-5 years) impact on business results in alignment with global and functional objectives. Experience level more than 8 years

We offer:

Comprehensive training and development opportunities. Mentorship from experienced freight forwarding professionals and senior leaders. Competitive salary

Why join DHL Global Forwarding?

We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world's leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html



Our

TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certification

attests to our best-in-class efforts to attract and retain talent by fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal and professional development among employees. The development of talented women in our organization will be a focus for us and an important part of our DGF Strategy 2025.



We aspire to become the undisputed leader in our industry,

when people think of forwarding; we want them to think DGF

because we have:



The

largest global network

with more than ~30,000 passionate employees The most

efficient processes

and

fastest response times

The

best solutions

and

best customer service

Our Vision:

The Logistics Company for the World.

Our Mission:

Excellence. Simply Delivered.

Our Purpose:

Connecting People, improving lives.

Our Values:

Respect & Results

Our Goals:

Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. #LI-MEA