On behalf of an internal client, we are seeking to recruit a qualified and detail-oriented Compliance Officer to support the implementation of legal, regulatory, and internal compliance requirements across the business.

Eleven Degrees Consulting Limited is a shared-service firm under the Mini Group of Companies, offering specialized recruitment and HR solutions across various industries.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Compliance & ER Specialist, the Compliance Officer will be responsible for monitoring compliance with legal, statutory, regulatory, and internal policy requirements. The role will support audits, license renewals, regulatory inspections, compliance reporting, legal documentation, policy implementation, and risk mitigation across manufacturing sites and business functions.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

a) Regulatory & Statutory Compliance

Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations including Employment Act, OSHA, EMCA, food safety regulations, KEBS requirements, NEMA, DOSHS, County Government licenses, Public Health, Fire, and other sector-specific approvals.

b) License Renewals & Statutory Filings

Track expiry dates, coordinate timely renewals of permits, licenses, certifications, and statutory filings, and maintain proper compliance records in both physical and digital formats.

c) Regulatory Inspections & Audit Support

Coordinate and support inspections by KEBS, NEMA, DOSHS, County Health, Fire, Labour, and other regulatory authorities. Follow up on inspection findings and ensure closure within agreed timelines.

d) Legal & Contract Support

Assist in handling commercial and contractual matters, liaise with external counsel, maintain litigation schedules, and support the drafting, reviewing, and tracking of contracts and agreements.

e) Policy Development & Implementation

Support the development, review, and implementation of compliance policies, SOPs, manuals, and internal controls across departments.

f) Risk Management

Identify compliance risks, gaps, incidents, and non-conformities. Escalate issues promptly and recommend practical mitigation measures to reduce legal and operational risks.

g) Food Safety & Quality Compliance

Support adherence to HACCP, ISO 22000, ISO 9001, GMP, KEBS standards, labeling requirements, recall procedures, and food handling practices.

h) Training & Awareness

Support compliance training and awareness on food safety, labour laws, HSE, data protection, anti-bribery, ethics, and regulatory obligations.

i) Reporting & Documentation

Prepare periodic compliance reports, dashboards, legal updates, communication briefs, and management reports on compliance status, risks, incidents, and corrective actions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law and admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Professional certification in Compliance, Risk Management, Audit, or related field such as CISA, CFE, or equivalent is an added advantage.
• 0–2 years’ experience in a compliance or regulatory role, preferably in manufacturing or FMCG.
• Experience dealing with regulatory authorities such as KEBS, DOSHS, NEMA, County Government, Public Health, Fire, and Labour offices is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with ISO 22000, ISO 9001, food safety, occupational health and safety, environmental, labour, and corporate laws is desirable.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks in Kenya.
• Good understanding of food safety and occupational health and safety standards.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, ethics, and professionalism.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Detail-oriented, accurate, proactive, and able to meet deadlines.
• Ability to influence staff and promote a strong compliance culture.
• How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application letter and updated CV via www.minigrp.com/careers.

Kindly quote “Compliance Officer” in the subject line.

Please indicate your current salary and salary expectations in your application.

Deadline: COB 17th July 2026

NB:

We do not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Internal candidates should apply through their respective Line Managers.

Successful candidates will undergo background checks.