Legal Counsel - Compliance

Job type:Permanent

Town/City:Frankfurt

Region:Hessen

Sector:Legal & Compliance

Client Company Type:In-House

Job ref:7845

Post Date:December 18, 2025

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Akritta Bhatia

Principal Consultant - GRC

+44 208 157 2526

+49 89 4750 2195

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akritta.bhatia@mamgruppe.com

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About the Role

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.

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