Chief Compliance Officer

MAM Gruppe; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational organisation is seeking a Head of Global Compliance & Ethics based in London. This role requires a strategic leader to oversee the global compliance framework, ensuring adherence to ethical practices across regions. The successful candidate will have 10–15+ years of relevant experience, a law degree, and the ability to travel to Germany frequently. Strong knowledge of European compliance laws and experience in designing ethics programs are essential for this position. The company offers a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of experience in compliance, ethics, legal, audit, or risk roles.
• Experience designing and implementing an Ethics Programme.
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks like FCPA and GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of the global compliance and ethics framework.
• Oversee training frameworks and promote an ethical culture.
• Conduct global compliance risk assessments and provide reports to leadership.

Skills

Strategic business partnering

Regulatory compliance

Ethics program design

Risk management

Audit oversight

Education

Law degree or compliance certification (CCEP, CCEP-I)

Job description

Head of Global Compliance & Ethics (London or Germany – 50% Travel to Germany)

Location : London, United Kingdom

Travel Requirement : Up to 50% travel to Germany

Reports to : Chief Legal Officer / General Counsel / Executive Board

Direct Reports : Regional Compliance Leads, Investigations Team, Ethics & Integrity Program Managers

Role Overview

The Head of Global Compliance & Ethics leads the design, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the organisation’s global compliance and ethics framework. Based in London with significant travel to Germany, this leader will drive a strong culture of integrity, oversee ethics programme design, and ensure the development of effective compliance systems across all regions.

The successful candidate will be a strategic business partner who can navigate complex regulatory environments in Europe and globally while delivering a consistently high‑quality Compliance & Ethics programme.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute a global Compliance & Ethics strategy fully aligned with business objectives and values.
• Advise senior leadership and the Board on emerging compliance risks and regulatory developments.
• Lead enterprise‑wide compliance and cultural transformation initiatives.

Ethics Programme Design & Implementation (Must‑Have)

• Design, implement, and continuously improve a global Ethics & Integrity Programme , ensuring that ethical conduct is embedded into organisational culture, decision‑making processes, and leadership behaviour.
• Develop and roll out global ethics communications, behavioural frameworks, and integrity‑led leadership initiatives.

Compliance Programme Management

• Oversee global policies, procedures, and controls across key risk areas including:
• Anti‑bribery & corruption (ABAC)
• Competition / antitrust
• Trade compliance
• Data privacy & information governance
• Conflicts of interest
• Third‑party risk & due diligence
• Whistleblowing and speak‑up systems
• Ensure the programme meets both global consistency and local German regulatory requirements.

Training & Culture

• Build and deliver global training frameworks, including targeted ethics and compliance training for high‑risk functions.
• Champion a speak‑up culture and promote ethical leadership throughout the organisation.

Monitoring, Audits & Investigations

• Oversee internal investigations, ensuring independence, rigour, and confidentiality.
• Lead global compliance audits, monitoring activities, and risk assessments.
• Ensure timely implementation of remediation actions.

Risk Management & Reporting

• Perform global compliance risk assessments and implement risk‑based controls.
• Provide regular reporting on compliance and ethics risks, trends, and programme maturity to senior leadership and the Board.

Stakeholder Engagement & Business Partnering

• Build strong relationships with leadership teams in Germany and across global business units.
• Partner closely with Legal, Internal Audit, HR, Finance, and operational leaders to ensure compliance is integrated into business processes.
• Engage with regulators and external specialists as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Law degree, compliance certification (CCEP, CCEP‑I), or equivalent.
• 10–15+ years of experience in compliance, ethics, legal, audit, or risk roles within multinational organisations.
• Must have industrial experience, pharmaceuticals and Banking is not desired.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing an Ethics Programme is essential.
• Strong understanding of European and international compliance frameworks including FCPA, UK Bribery Act, GDPR, antitrust and trade regulations.
• Experience managing internal investigations and interacting with regulatory authorities.
• Experience working closely with stakeholders in Germany is highly desirable.
• Able to travel 50% to Germany as part of the role.