Regional Head of Compliance and Data Protection Officer MEA

February 26, 2026

Regional Head of Compliance and Data Protection Officer MEAWould 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. The Regional Head of Compliance and Data Protection Officer is an integral part of DHL Group Compliance Organization. The RCO sets up and coordinates the regional Compliance Management System and Data Protection Management System in alignment with the Business Unit Compliance Officer (BUCO). The RCO leads a dotted-line network consisting of Country Compliance Representatives, Compliance Champions, and Data Protection Officials in within DHL Global Forwarding and Hillebrand Gori MEA.. DHL Global Forwarding has an opening for a Regional Head of Compliance and Data Protection Officer MEA in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Join us in connecting people and improving lives! In this Regional Head of Compliance and Data Protection Officer MEA Position<ul><li>Provide insight, best practice, guidance and integrated compliance and data protection solutions to DGF MEA. </li><li>Direct involvement in the implementation, monitoring and execution of the Compliance and Data Protection Management System. </li><li>Manage, guide, coordinate/align Country Compliance Representatives and Data Protection Officials in DGF MEA.</li><li>Set up and coordinate a Compliance and Data Protection Management System and organization to meet these needs</li><li>Ensure compliance policies (e.g. Code of Conduct, Anti-Corruption and Business Ethics Policy, Supplier Lifecycle Management Guideline) and Data Protection policies/ requirements are implemented in the Region (as applicable), ensure adherence to compliance standards, legal requirements and data protection legislation.</li><li>Maintain compliance processes in the Region including, but not limited to, data protection, incident management, business partner screening, compliance risk assessments, hospitality reporting, handling of customer compliance requests and compliance reporting.</li><li>Track KPIs of DGFF’s Data Protection Guidance (e.g. Training, Inventory and Assessments of Applications/Processes, Communication with Management).</li><li>Communication (cascade, plan, coordinate for regional compliance awareness & communication)</li><li>Monitoring (conduct data protection and compliance monitoring, including Supplier Lifecycle Management Guideline </li><li>Incident Management (promote Incident Reporting System, manage country specific investigations and coordinate / follow up with local management for recommendation & agreed actions)</li><li>Customs Interaction Excellence Program (CIEP) (implement key elements, i.e. certification, onboarding, training, monitoring as applicable)</li><li>Facilitating regular Compliance risk assessment workshops on regional, country or (if appropriate) business unit level, identifying and managing compliance (including data protection) risks according to the Global Compliance Risk Catalogue including recording, maintenance and follow-up of the results and activities</li><li>Being a highly visible “central point of contact” in the region for all matters related to compliance and data protection and promoting a culture of openness for reporting compliance concerns breaches or risks</li><li>Coordinate with business, third parties and GBS Procurement to facilitate due diligence of suppliers, vendors, agents; coordinating regular reviews and documentation </li><li>Participate in compliance initiatives of industry bodies and other external associations</li></ul> Now, here is what we need from you! <ul><li>Strong problem-solving skills that are pragmatic, which demonstrates a strong understanding of the business</li><li>Strong presentation, communication and influencing skills</li><li>Degree in Law, Business Management, Finance or equivalent, with senior management experience in an international service-related environment </li><li>Minimum 5 years of legal, corporate compliance, or related experience required </li><li>Role model in compliance and business ethics</li><li>Travel: 25% - 30%.</li></ul> We offer:<ul><li>Comprehensive training and development opportunities.</li><li>Mentorship from experienced freight forwarding professionals and senior leaders.</li><li>Competitive salary</li></ul> 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 <a href="https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html" target="_blank">https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html</a> 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: <ul><li style="margin-bottom: 0px;">The largest global network with more than 30,000 passionate employees</li><li style="margin-bottom: 0px;">The most efficient processes and fastest response times</li><li style="margin-bottom: 0px;">The best solutions and best customer service</li></ul> 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<style> </style>

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