The posting
Job Description
The Manager (m/f/d) Human Rights Due Diligence will drive the execution of Hapag‑Lloyd’s Group‑wide human‑rights strategy, overseeing the effectiveness review of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence System (CSDD System), coordinating risk‑mitigation actions, and advising internal stakeholders on compliance with the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act and the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive.
Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation of sub‑objectives of the Group‑wide human‑rights strategy, including annual effectiveness reviews of the CSDD system.
- Develop and refine methodologies, indicators, templates and work instructions for effectiveness evaluations in line with applicable frameworks.
- Manage and improve CSDD subprocesses such as case handling and coordination of preventive and remedial measures.
- Coordinate the creation and monitoring of action plans to mitigate human‑rights and environmental risks across the Group.
- Collaborate with Procurement, HR, and other operational units to embed due‑diligence obligations into business processes.
- Draft recommendations for handling reports on human‑rights and environmental matters.
- Advise internal stakeholders on due‑diligence obligations and respond to enquiries in coordination with the Director Human Rights Due Diligence.
- Maintain documentation proving compliance with LkSG, CSDDD and related regulations.
- Consolidate Group‑level information to support internal and external reporting.
- Occasionally travel internationally to support implementation and stakeholder engagement.
Qualifications
- University degree in Human Rights, Sustainability Management, Law, Business Administration, Political Science, Economics or related field.
- Professional experience in business and human rights, human‑rights and environmental due diligence, compliance, sustainability or legal advisory work.
- In‑depth knowledge of the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) and preferably the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).
- Proven experience working in virtual, cross‑functional teams.
- Strong analytical and structured problem‑solving skills.
- Demonstrated project and change‑management experience.
- Ability to translate complex issues into actionable measures.
- Willingness to travel internationally on occasion.
- Very good written and spoken German and English.
- High level of integrity and commitment to human‑rights principles.
About Us
Hapag-Lloyd is one of the world’s leading liner shipping companies, connecting businesses and people across more than 600 ports worldwide. With a fleet of over 300 modern container ships and a vessel capacity of 2.5 million TEU, we keep global trade moving reliably every day.
Our global network spans 139 countries, 396 offices and a growing portfolio of terminal and infrastructure investments. This scale enables us to deliver consistent, high-quality service across continents and to support our customers in even the most complex supply chains.
When you join us, you become part of more than 19,600 colleagues working across borders, functions and cultures, to not only deliver quality for our customers, but to create innovation and opportunities across roles, regions and perspectives.
We believe that every exploration is a chance to grow, and every port is a place to belong.
Your journey, our horizon.
- Exciting challenges, real responsibility, and the opportunity to make your own ideas visible in a wide range of projects
- Individual development through our Hapag-Lloyd LEARNING CAMPUS, international perspectives, and mentoring programs that genuinely advance your career
- Attractive compensation (13 monthly salaries + vacation pay) as well as strong social benefits in a financially stable company
- At least 28 days of vacation, flexible working hours, capital forming benefits, and a future oriented pension plan (MYPENSION)
- A modern hybrid work model (3 days office / 2 days remote) and a workplace in a prime downtown location at Ballindamm
- Mobility benefits such as subsidies for public transportation, as well as bicycle leasing
- Comprehensive health and sports offerings (e.g., yoga, sailing, company doctor) plus EGYM Wellpass
- A company restaurant with freshly prepared meals every day and a coffee bar with a wide selection
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