French speaking Due Diligence and Compliance Officer

St Albans

Ref: 4317CF

An award-winning international organisation ensuring the sustainable supply chain within the metals industry. A company who pride themselves in making high-risk mineral supply chains more transparent, responsible and safer for local communities.

French speaking Due Diligence and Compliance Officer
Location: St Albans
Hybrid working system
Salary: up to £35,000 per annum depending on experience
Ref: 4317CF

Main duties: An exciting opportunity for a hands-on role where you will support applications, onboarding and reviewing supply chain companies through due diligence, training and data management to ensure continuous improvement and responsible practices.

The role:
– Check applications against sanctions and watchlists using databases and tools
– Review company documents ensuring programme standards are met spotting any risks or red flags
– Assist with the preparation of audit reports suggesting improvements if needed
– Contact companies to request missing information or clarify requirements
– Help create and deliver training and guidance materials
– Support companies in improving their systems, policies and processes tracking progress and outstanding actions
– Work with internal teams to gather and clarify information
– Prepare clear and accurate reports ensuring they are submitted on time
– Help train teams on reporting and data processes including occasional field visits
– Contribute to improving internal processes and procedures

– Fluent in French (written and spoken) essential
– Degree educated in either law, international relations, sustainability, supply chain management or related field
– Experience in compliance, due diligence, ESG or similar essential
– Familiar in dealing with large amounts of data and documents
– Excellent communication skills with the ability to produce clear reports
– High attention to detail with the ability to work independently
– Able and willing to travel to central Africa

Up to £35,000 per annum depending on experience