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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Brexit Compliance Officer to join our organization. The Brexit Compliance Officer will be responsible for ensuring that the company adheres to all regulatory requirements and legal obligations arising from the United Kingdom's exit from the European Union. This role involves monitoring legislative changes, assessing their impact on business operations, and implementing necessary compliance measures. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of international trade, customs regulations, and cross-border legal frameworks, particularly those affected by Brexit.
Key duties include developing and maintaining compliance programs, providing guidance to internal teams, and liaising with regulatory bodies. The Brexit Compliance Officer will also be tasked with conducting risk assessments, preparing compliance reports, and delivering training sessions to staff on relevant policies and procedures. This position requires excellent communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments, including legal, finance, logistics, and operations.
The successful candidate will stay up-to-date with evolving Brexit-related legislation, ensuring that the company’s practices remain compliant and that any potential risks are identified and mitigated promptly. Experience in compliance, legal affairs, or international business is highly desirable, as is familiarity with customs documentation, import/export controls, and data protection requirements post-Brexit.
This is a critical role for organizations operating across UK and EU borders, as it helps safeguard against regulatory breaches, financial penalties, and operational disruptions. The Brexit Compliance Officer will play a pivotal part in shaping the company’s response to ongoing changes in the regulatory landscape, ensuring business continuity and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and authorities.
Responsibilities
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- Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures.
- Conduct risk assessments related to Brexit impacts.
- Provide guidance and training to internal teams.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities and external partners.
- Prepare and maintain compliance documentation and reports.
- Ensure proper customs and trade documentation.
- Investigate and resolve compliance issues.
- Support audits and regulatory inspections.
- Advise management on compliance risks and solutions.
Requirements
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- Experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles.
- Strong knowledge of Brexit-related regulations.
- Familiarity with customs and international trade laws.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Proficiency in compliance management software.
- Experience with risk assessment and mitigation.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with Brexit-related compliance?
- How do you stay updated on regulatory changes?
- Describe a time you managed a compliance breach.
- What is your approach to risk assessment?
- How do you ensure effective staff training on compliance?
- Have you worked with customs or trade documentation?
- How do you handle conflicting regulatory requirements?
- What compliance management tools are you familiar with?
- Describe your experience liaising with regulatory bodies.
- How would you handle a sudden change in Brexit regulations?
