Compliance jobs in Germany

Our client, a leading global private equity firm with one of the strongest presences in Luxembourg among PE firms, is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer to join their dynamic compliance team of 35-40 professionals. Known for their substantial assets under management and numerous Luxembourg-domiciled funds, they offer genuine exposure to sophisticated compliance work in a stable, collaborative environment with strong team retention and an exceptional working atmosphere.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a highly collegial, multicultural environment where people genuinely enjoy working together. You'll be the deputy to the Head of Compliance, handling sophisticated regulatory matters across both Luxembourg operations (80-90%) and growing international projects (10-20%).

Someone seeking increased responsibility and autonomy, but not necessarily immediate management roles. This is a genuine promotion opportunity where you'll gain significant exposure to complex regulatory work, international projects, and direct senior stakeholder interaction, while working in a supportive team environment.

• Act as deputy to the Head of Compliance with significant autonomy
• Identify, interpret, and advise on European and Luxembourg financial regulations, CSSF Circulars, and AIFM/AIF requirements
• Advise Senior Management on regulatory obligations, new products and their compliance impact
• Execute the Luxembourg Compliance Program and integrate it into the firm’s global framework
• Liaise directly with CSSF and coordinate internal/external audits
• Draft policies, risk assessments, compliance reports and advisory memos
• Provide compliance training and education to the business
• Support AML/CFT compliance and regulatory obligations
• Collaborate on cross-jurisdictional and international projects

• Minimum 5 years compliance experience in Asset Management/Alternative Investment Funds
• Strong background in regulatory compliance (not purely AML-focused)
• Expertise in Luxembourg alternative investment fund regulation
• Experience in private markets/private equity strongly preferred
• Master's degree in finance, law or related field

• Solution-oriented with hands‑on approach
• Excellent analytical and advisory capabilities
• Strong interpersonal skills – able to interact confidently with senior management
• Humble, collaborative personality who thrives in team environments
• Excellent English (essential); French and/or German a plus
• Detail‑oriented, hardworking, flexible self‑starter

• Small, collaborative compliance team (3 FTE) with excellent work atmosphere
• Highly international, multicultural office with strong team spirit
• Direct exposure to international projects and global firm initiatives
• Professional development through on‑the‑job training and mentorship
• Access to education assistance programs

• Competitive salary, discretionary bonus, Luncheon vouchers (18 x 15€/ month), Death and disability insurance, 26 days of holidays, and more.
• One‑month sabbatical after every 5 years of service
• Remote work policy (up to 1 day/week, Tuesday-Thursday)
• Team events and volunteer opportunities
• Career progression opportunities within a growing global firm

Greenfield is a leading Luxembourg-based Recruitment and Executive Search Consultancy and has been selected exclusively to fulfill this mandate. If you are interested in this position or would like to discuss other roles that we are currently recruiting for, please forward your CV in English to applications(at)greenfield.lu

Greenfield Luxembourg is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sectors of the Community. Due to the nature of our client engagements, we are however unable to support applicants that are outside of our core market areas; and/or do not have an existing eligibility to work in Luxembourg or are not EEA/EU/Schengen country Citizens. We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorship opportunities.