We're Hiring: Director of Compliance

📍 Location:Limassol, Cyprus or London, United Kingdom

✈️ Travel: International travel required

💼 Employment Type: Full-time

Join Seagull Maritime Group

Seagull Maritime Group is a leading provider of maritime, offshore, security, emergency response, and risk management solutions, supporting clients across the global maritime industry.

As we continue to expand our international operations, we are seeking an experienced Director of Compliance to lead our compliance, governance, quality, health & safety, and security management systems across the Group.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic yet hands-on compliance professional who is passionate about building robust management systems, maintaining internationally recognised certifications, and driving operational excellence across a diverse and growing organisation.

Reporting directly to executive leadership, you will play a critical role in ensuring the Group maintains the highest standards of compliance, governance, quality, health & safety, and security.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Group's Integrated Management System (IMS).
Maintain and continually improve ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 18788, and ISO 28007 management systems.
Develop and implement the Group's compliance strategy, policies, and governance framework.
Lead internal and external audits, certification programmes, and continual improvement initiatives.
Oversee enterprise compliance, regulatory requirements, and operational risk management.
Provide compliance guidance and support to operational and commercial teams.
Lead incident investigations, corrective actions, and organisational learning initiatives.
Act as the primary liaison with certification bodies, regulatory authorities, and client compliance teams.
Prepare executive-level reports, management reviews, KPIs, and compliance performance dashboards.
Foster a culture of compliance, integrity, quality, safety, and continuous improvement throughout the organisation.

What We're Looking For

Essential

Proven experience in a senior Compliance, QHSE, Governance, or Integrated Management Systems leadership role.
Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 45001.
Experience leading internal and external audits and managing certification programmes.
Strong understanding of corporate governance, compliance frameworks, and enterprise risk management.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to operate independently within an international business environment.

Desirable

Experience within the maritime, shipping, offshore, marine services, security, defence, or oil & gas sectors.
Knowledge of ISO 18788 Security Operations Management and ISO 28007 Private Maritime Security Certification.
ISO Lead Auditor qualifications.
NEBOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
Experience supporting international operations and multi-jurisdictional compliance.

Why Join Seagull Maritime Group?

Join a growing international organisation supporting clients across the maritime, offshore, security, and crisis response sectors.
Lead and shape the Group's compliance strategy and governance framework.
Work on diverse international projects with global clients and industry leaders.
Enjoy a collaborative and flexible working environment.
Take on a high-impact leadership role with opportunities for professional growth and international exposure.

Ready to Lead Our Compliance Function?

If you're an experienced compliance leader looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic international organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of Seagull Maritime Group's commitment to delivering excellence in compliance, quality, safety, security, and operational performance.

Director of Compliance

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