Modern shipping company seeking additional in-house compliance competence

As a European Short Sea Carrier UECC faces a growing number of compliance and regulatory requirements and we are looking for a Compliance Coordinator who will work closely with, and report direct to the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer. As this is a small team there are ample opportunities and possibilities for personal and professional development. The Compliance Coordinator function will oversee UECC’s compliance with laws, regulations and internal processes whilst keeping a specific focus on KYC, Sanctions, AML, Competition Law, and other areas of business conduct in a ship-owning company. This is a position where you will be able to gain a thorough understanding of the UECC Group Structure which is present in several European jurisdictions. The role is located at UECC's HQ in Oslo, Norway.

Responsibilities:

As a Compliance Coordinator, you will provide support and challenge the business functions on compliance related matters. Compliance risk assessment is key in this position - identifying, assessing, monitoring, training and reporting to both internal and external stakeholders, primary responsibilities will be:

• Understand the UECC Group Structure and attending to complex KYC reporting to our banks and other external parties.
• Completing Customer & Supplier Due diligence checks (sanction, PEP, credit checks etc).
• Regularly audit UECC’s procedures, practices, and documents to identify any potential weaknesses or risks in line with UECC’s Compliance Program.
• Support other business functions within UECC to ensure compliance with UECC policies and processes.
• Prepare and present training material internal/external training programs on UECC’s policies and processes.
• Assist in internal and external audits.
• Assist our claims management team. 
• Explore new, innovative opportunities to add value to your job supporting the company.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Degree in risk management, law, or audit.
• 3-5 years of experience in shipping/maritime is a strong advantage, but not essential.
• Working knowledge of compliance issues.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with all departments from top management to customers and suppliers.  
• Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Fluent in English (preferably first language).

Personal attributes:

• Self-driven, structured, and analytical.
• Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and IT skills.
• High degree of personal accountability. Take responsibility to ensure issues are solved.
• Follow UECC values: UNITY, ENERGY, CHALLENGING, COMMITMENT

We offer personal and professional growth in an international, friendly, and challenging work environment.

Premium health, life, and travel insurance, in addition to access to online medical services.

Defined contribution pension.

Access to free online courses.

Modern office space close to Skøyen train station with shared canteen.