The Risk & Compliance Manager is a leading role responsible for safeguarding the company’s assets, operational integrity. Operating within the fast-paced international freight forwarding and third-party logistics (3PL) sector, this position oversees the development and execution of robust risk mitigation strategies with comprehensive commercial insurance programs, strict regulatory compliance frameworks, and comprehensive internal audit protocols with Global Security and Risk Management functions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Insurance & Liability Architecture: Structure, negotiate, and maintain specialized logistics insurance & claim placements, including Freight Forwarder’s Liability (FFL), Errors & Omissions (E&O), Marine Open Cargo, Warehouseman's Legal Liability, and Third-Party Liability.
- Global Trade Compliance & Governance: Sanctions & Denied Party Screening: Maintain and audit robust automated mechanisms to enforce compliance with OFAC, EU, and global trade sanctions, export controls, and denied-parties matrices. Supply Chain Security Certifications: Act as the primary administrator for critical security and customs frameworks, guaranteeing full compliance and successful renewal audits for C-TPAT, AEO (Authorized Economic Operator), and local civil aviation security approvals (e.g., TSA, IAC).
- Operational Audit & Third-Party Vetting: Subcontractor Due Diligence: Establish and enforce rigid onboarding and continuous audit protocols for third-party subcontractors, including asset-based carriers, local drayage providers, and contract warehouses. Verify certificates of insurance (COI) and operational safety ratings. Internal Process Controls: Plan and execute systematic internal audits across regional offices and operating hubs to identify compliance gaps, revenue leakage points, or vulnerabilities in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Technical Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Risk Management, Insurance, Law, or a closely related discipline (Advanced degrees or a Juris Doctor [JD] are highly advantageous).
- Familiarity with automated trade compliance tools, denied-party screening databases, and global risk management systems.
- Proficient in standard office applications (MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook) for contract review, data analysis, audit documentation, and reporting.
Knowledge/ Work Experience
- Ideally 10 years and above of direct experience in corporate risk management, industrial insurance adjusting, or trade compliance specifically within an international freight forwarding, 3PL, or global shipping environment.
- Profound grasp of Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) regulations, customs compliance, and dangerous goods transit requirements (IATA/IMDG).
- Proven experience in managing and negotiating complex logistics insurance claims and coordinating with global security and risk management functions.
- Demonstrated experience in administering and securing critical regulatory frameworks (e.g., C-TPAT, AEO, TSA, IAC).
Key Behavioral Competencies
- Analytical Rigor: Exceptional investigative skills with an ability to parse dense legal contracts, insurance policy wordings, and complex logistical timelines to determine clear liability.
- Crisis Resilience: Calm under pressure; capable of leading time-sensitive incident responses to major supply chain disruptions, cargo abandonment, or regulatory detentions.
- Stakeholder Influence: Exceptional communication and Business English skills, with the ability to translate complex insurance or regulatory jargon into actionable steps for operations staff, clients, and executive leadership.
- Strategic Flexibility: Highly adaptable to rapid business expansion and operational growth, with the capability to shift tactics and strategies with the team to meet new challenges.