Head of Compliance

Jobtailor; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Jobtailor in Germany seeks a senior Compliance leader to drive the European Compliance Programme and provide risk-based guidance to business leaders. You will lead risk assessments, develop annual plans, and partner with legal and business teams to implement robust policies and governance across multiple jurisdictions.

The role requires experience in regulated environments, strong stakeholder management, and a track record of leading teams with integrity and strategic impact.

Qualifikationen

• Experience developing and implementing compliance programmes and risk management frameworks.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and across functions.
• Experience with regulators, inspections, and multi-jurisdictional environments.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Aufgaben

• Act as trusted compliance advisor to business leaders with risk-based guidance.
• Lead design, delivery, and enhancement of the European Compliance Programme.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and annual plans aligned to regulatory requirements.
• Partner with business and legal teams to implement policies, controls, and governance.
• Build relationships with regulators and support regulatory engagement across Europe.
• Provide strategic input into initiatives, changes, and cross-functional projects.
• Present updates and risk insights to Boards and senior leadership.
• Monitor regulatory developments and identify emerging risks and opportunities.
• Promote ethics and accountability through awareness and training.
• Support implementation of global compliance policies including anti-bribery, AML, sanctions.
• Lead and develop a team of Compliance professionals.

Kenntnisse

Compliance leadership

Regulatory affairs

Risk management

Governance frameworks

Stakeholder influence

Cross-country collaboration

Ausbildung

Degree in law/finance or equivalent

Professional compliance qualification

Jobbeschreibung

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted compliance advisor to business leaders, providing practical, risk-based guidance on complex regulatory and governance matters.
• Lead the design, delivery, and ongoing enhancement of the European Compliance Programme.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and develop annual compliance plans aligned to business priorities and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with business and legal teams to implement effective compliance policies, controls, and governance processes.
• Build strong relationships with regulatory authorities and support regulatory engagement across multiple European jurisdictions.
• Provide strategic compliance input into business initiatives, change programmes, and cross-functional projects.
• Prepare and present compliance updates, reports, and key risk insights to Boards, committees, and senior leadership teams.
• Monitor regulatory developments and proactively identify emerging compliance risks and opportunities.
• Promote a strong culture of ethics, integrity, and accountability through communication, awareness initiatives, and training programmes.
• Support the implementation of global compliance policies, including anti-bribery, anti-money laundering, sanctions, and other regulatory obligations.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Compliance professionals, fostering collaboration and continuous professional growth.
• Partner closely with Risk, Legal, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to drive effective compliance outcomes across the region.

Requirements

• Significant experience within Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, Risk, Legal, or Governance functions, ideally within insurance, healthcare, financial services, or another regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and governance requirements applicable to regulated organisations.
• Experience developing and implementing compliance programmes, policies, and risk management frameworks.
• The ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of an organisation.
• Experience working across multiple countries, jurisdictions, or international business environments.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex regulatory concepts for different audiences.
• Experience leading, mentoring, or developing teams.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• High levels of professional integrity, sound judgement, and accountability.The ability to balance compliance obligations with commercial and operational priorities.
• Professional Compliance qualification or relevant industry certification.
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience.
• Additional European language skills, such as French, Dutch, or Spanish.
• Experience interacting with regulators or supporting regulatory inspections and reviews.