Senior Safety and Compliance Specialist - Remote Role

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Safety and Compliance Specialist to join our team at ShipBob in a remote capacity. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring compliance with UK and EU product safety regulations, including the Fulfilment House Due Diligence Scheme (FHDDS) tax requirements and Dangerous Goods (DG) regulations. You will collaborate with various internal teams and external regulators to ensure our products and operations meet all applicable legal standards.

What You'll Do

• Ensure compliance with UK and EU product safety requirements, including General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), UKCA/CE marking, and labeling.
• Engage directly with Trading Standards and other authorities to resolve product safety inquiries, corrective actions, or compliance notifications.
• Maintain and monitor ShipBob’s registration and reporting obligations under the Fulfilment House Due Diligence Scheme (FHDDS), ensuring ongoing HMRC compliance.
• Serve as a regional Dangerous Goods (DG) subject matter expert, supporting safe handling, storage, and shipment of regulated items under ADR and IATA.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Operations, and Merchant Success teams to assess product risk, approve new merchants, and ensure compliant fulfillment processes.
• Support compliance training and awareness initiatives for UK staff and cross-functional teams.
• Assist in audit preparation and regulatory inspections by maintaining accurate documentation and evidence trails.
• Track regulatory changes in the UK and EU and communicate implications to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Degree in Regulatory Affairs, Compliance, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in product safety, tax compliance, or Dangerous Goods management within the UK or EU market.
• Working knowledge of Trading Standards, FHDDS, and applicable DG transport regulations (ADR, IATA).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience engaging with government agencies or regulators preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously across global teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience in a high-performance culture.
• Familiarity with e-commerce fulfillment processes.
• Knowledge of international shipping regulations.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Remote work flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.