Administration & Compliance Officer

Trade Compliance & Advisory

• Serve as the subject matter expert on import, export, and security compliance across Rhenus Air & Ocean operations
• Partner with regional leadership to align business activities with regulatory requirements and manage compliance risk
• Advise managers and employees on corporate compliance matters, including anti-corruption, fraud, competition law, and conflicts of interest
• Monitor regulatory and legislative developments, communicating impacts and required actions

Regulatory Engagement & Risk Management

• Act as the primary point of contact with key regulatory bodies, including U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Transportation Security Administration
• Manage audits, inspections, and escalations, ensuring timely resolution of compliance issues
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and support internal investigations as required
• Identify risks and implement controls to support compliant and efficient operations

Program Oversight & Governance

• Oversee and implement global and local compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Support contract review and provide compliance input on commercial agreements and major initiatives, including M&A activity
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and ensure consistent execution across the business
• Provide regular reporting to senior leadership in line with internal compliance frameworks

Security & Trade Programs

• Lead compliance for key programs including Indirect Air Carrier, Certified Cargo Screening, and Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism
• Oversee bonded warehouse and foreign trade zone compliance, including documentation and reporting requirements
• Ensure adherence to Federal Maritime Commission regulations and ocean freight compliance standards

Import/Export Compliance & Training

• Ensure all import and export activities meet applicable regulatory requirements
• Develop and deliver training programs to strengthen compliance awareness and accountability
• Support the rollout of new or updated compliance policies and promote best practices across teams

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Law, or a related field; prior experience in logistics or freight forwarding is preferred
• 7-10 years of experience in compliance, risk management, or auditing, with exposure to internal controls and regulatory frameworks
• Strong understanding of compliance principles within an operational environment, ideally in transportation or supply chain
• Demonstrated ability to assess risk, identify gaps, and recommend practical, business-aligned solutions
• Experience reviewing policies, procedures, and regulatory documentation to ensure compliance and continuous improvement
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to navigate complex compliance scenarios
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment, particularly when handling sensitive or confidential matters
• Well-organized with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines consistently
• Familiarity with operational and financial processes, as well as broader corporate compliance requirements
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal; additional languages are an asset