Compliance Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE
Position: Compliance Officer
Location: London Gatwick Airport
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift pattern: Monday - Friday
PLEASE NOTE: The role is based within an Airport. You will be required to under-go Security Vetting Processes ( including a criminal record check ) if you are to be successful for this position.
DHL work in partnership with easyJet at Gatwick Airport to provide all ground handling within their Gatwick operation. No two days on our Aviation contract are the same! You will play an integral role in the ground handling operation, working to tight timeframes but delivering fantastic results.
**Amazing Benefits including 24 hour GP service, Retail discounts and reduce cinema tickets plus many more**
WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?
- Administrating the compliance of enhanced background checks for new employees
- Requesting and vetting of all references for new employees
- Responsible for ensuring the security pass process is completed
- Ensuring timely delivery to support the need of fully vetted colleagues
- Ensure a high level of effective communication is maintained with colleagues, management, strategic partners and other DHL stakeholders
- Accountability for all compliance regarding Civil Aviation Authority and DfT
WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?
- Excellent communication skills at all levels
- Be calm, friendly and professional
- Ability to quickly and accurately react to any given situation
- Work well within a team
- Previous referencing experience - Desirable
- Ability to hold and manage sensitive information respecting confidentiality and data protection at all times
- Aviation specific administrative background - Desirable
- IT Literate and familiarity with Excel
- Exposure to Aviation
SECURITY PROCESS TO WORK WITHIN AVIATION AND TRAVEL AT DHL
- Be able to provide 5 years address history
- Be able to provide 5 years reference history (employment/education/benefit claim/character)
- To obtain a full airside ID
WHY CHOOSE US?
As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award winning range of benefits including:
- Free confidential 24/7 GP Service
- Hundreds of discounts (including Retail, Childcare + Gym)
- Affordable loans & Enhanced Pension Scheme
- 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more: https://supplychainjobs.dhl.com/jobs/our-benefits/
OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent and consistent across the UK. Find out more about our Global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Shipping & Trucking
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Compliance Officer roles across DHL Supply Chain's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Shipping & Trucking.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,000 - £28,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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