Legal Counsel - Compliance

Legal Counsel - Compliance Location: Frankfurt An international organisation in the food and ingredients sector is seeking a Legal Counsel with a strong focus on compliance. The role combines global compliance governance with hands-on legal advisory work in a dynamic, international environment. Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and monitor global compliance frameworks and processes. Drive and continuously enhance the organisation’s compliance culture, including tailored training initiatives. Advise management and business teams on compliance matters, particularly data protection, information security, AI governance, antitrust, and anti-corruption. Monitor regulatory developments and translate new requirements into pragmatic, business-oriented solutions. Provide legal advice on commercial, sales, and corporate law matters, including contract, product liability, and warranty issues. Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts with international distribution and procurement partners. Manage liability-related cases and legal risk assessments. Requirements: Several years’ experience in a legal department of an international company or a commercial law firm. Completed legal qualification with a strong focus on commercial law and compliance. Proven practical experience in compliance management. Strong understanding of business processes and interest in digital and process-driven solutions. Pragmatic, hands-on mindset with strong prioritisation skills. Excellent analytical ability, commercial awareness, and risk sensitivity. Confident communicator with strong negotiation skills. Fluent in German and English. What’s Offered: Broad responsibility in an internationally oriented role. Flat hierarchies, collaborative culture, and short decision paths. Professional development through structured training and learning programmes. Modern working environment with a strong focus on digitalisation. Competitive benefits package, including mobility support, pension schemes, and additional perks. Structured onboarding and opportunities for long-term growth.

Third Party Risk Officer Location: Frankfurt Our client is seeking a Third Party Risk Officer to manage a varied portfolio of external service providers, with a focus on outsourcing and ICT risk under DORA and other international regulations. You’ll assess risks, design controls, and support effective collaboration across a fast-paced, global environment. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the operational management of the Third Party Portfolio. Improve and prioritise monitoring processes across different risk and asset classes. Support the full third-party lifecycle: selection, due diligence, onboarding, monitoring, and offboarding. Provide practical, stakeholder-focused guidance on third-party risks. Identify improvements and help drive innovation in Third Party Risk Management. Act as a strategic advisor, contributing to broader risk steering. Work closely with international teams and stay aligned with evolving regulatory requirements. Your Profile: Degree or vocational training in business, commercial, or technical fields. Experience in risk management, outsourcing oversight, or vendor risk is beneficial. Strong analytical and communication skills, able to simplify complex topics. Interest in regulations such as DORA, MaRisk, and EBA guidelines, and ability to apply them in practice. Fluent German and good English skills. Proactive, strategic, and collaborative approach. What’s on Offer: A dynamic, international environment with room for professional growth. A key role in an expanding and high-impact risk domain. Autonomy within a motivated, supportive team. The opportunity to help shape the future of Third Party Risk Management.

Specialist Governance - Third Party Risk Location: Frankfurt Our client is seeking a Governance Specialist to manage third-party relationships, including outsourcing and ICT providers, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal requirements. This role involves risk assessment, control implementation, and ongoing monitoring across an international landscape. Key Responsibilities: Implement and maintain third-party risk management policies and strategies aligned with regulatory standards. Collaborate with international teams and address requirements from global supervisory authorities. Manage data quality and reporting to support regulatory compliance and decision-making. Contribute to the continuous improvement of global third-party risk processes and related IT tools. Ensure process compliance through regular controls and audits. Coordinate with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders to maintain smooth interfaces. Advise business partners on process implementation and best practices. Identify and recommend process optimisations based on feedback and analysis. Your Profile: Completed commercial, business administration, technical training, or equivalent degree. Strong process orientation with the ability to handle and analyse complex data sets. Proficient in office tools, especially Excel. Excellent communication skills, customer focus, and problem-solving ability. Experience in risk management, regulatory compliance, and oversight of service relationships. Fluent in German and proficient in English (spoken and written). Self-driven, quality-conscious, able to prioritize under pressure. Team player with strong interpersonal skills.

OpRisk Specialist Location: Frankfurt Our client is seeking a seasoned Operational Risk Specialist to enhance and uphold group-wide operational risk frameworks. In this role, you will interpret regulatory requirements, manage risk data, and play an active role in risk mitigation. Key Responsibilities: Define and maintain standards for operational risk management throughout the organisation. Translate and apply external regulatory guidelines within internal processes. Analyse risk-related data and collaborate with key stakeholders. Produce reports for executive management and other stakeholders. Take a proactive approach to identifying and managing operational risks to safeguard the organisation and its leadership. Your Profile: Proven experience in operational risk management within financial services or a similar environment. In-depth understanding of regulatory frameworks such as MaRisk and CRR, with hands-on implementation experience. Strong analytical mindset with excellent data-handling skills. Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and manage complex tasks. Experienced in engaging with senior management and regulatory bodies. Adept at communicating complex concepts clearly to non-technical audiences. Detail-oriented, highly organised, and committed to delivering quality outcomes. Proficient in both German and English, written and spoken.