Legal & Compliance Jobs

Senior Legal Counsel M&A Location: Hamburg A role that inspires you Join a dynamic organisation as a Senior Legal Counsel, providing expert legal support on complex corporate transactions. You’ll play a key role throughout deal lifecycle stages, working closely with internal and external stakeholders in a collaborative, international environment. Key Responsibilities Provide legal advice from transaction planning to documentation. Support compliance and governance throughout deal execution. Lead and coordinate due diligence processes. Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents with stakeholders. Assist in securing regulatory and internal approvals. Manage closing activities and oversee contractual obligations. Develop interim procedures between signing and completion. Liaise with external advisors and manage related budgets. Your Profile Qualified lawyer with solid M&A or corporate transaction experience. Strong communication, negotiation, and organisational skills. Commercially aware and culturally adaptable. Fluent in German and English; additional languages advantageous. Collaborative team player comfortable in an international setting. Willingness to travel as required. What’s on Offer Engage in high-impact transactions shaping the company’s future. Work within a supportive, international legal team. Opportunities for professional growth and cross-cultural collaboration.

Senior Compliance Officer - Capital Market Compliance Location: Munich (Hybrid) A role that inspires you Join a global compliance team where you will play a key role in shaping and overseeing marketing compliance and regulatory risk management. This position offers the chance to influence policy governance, drive compliance standards, and foster a strong culture of integrity across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary compliance contact for marketing material and related regulatory matters, collaborating closely with regional teams. Develop, refine, and implement global compliance frameworks, policies, and controls. Monitor evolving regulatory requirements across jurisdictions and lead timely updates. Conduct risk assessments, internal reviews, and investigations as needed. Provide strategic compliance advice to business stakeholders. Deliver training and raise awareness on compliance standards throughout the organisation. Participate in executive-level discussions and prepare regular compliance reports. Manage audits and coordinate responses to regulatory findings. Support compliance coordination efforts, with a focus on Germany. Promote a proactive and ethical compliance culture. Your Profile University degree, preferably in law or a related discipline. Minimum 3 years’ experience in compliance, ideally within a global or cross-border setting. Proven expertise in policy design, regulatory monitoring, and compliance program implementation. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Fluent in English and German; additional languages are a plus. Self-starter comfortable managing multiple priorities independently. High ethical standards and collaborative mindset. What’s on Offer Structured onboarding with dedicated mentorship. Continuous learning and development opportunities. Hybrid working model within a diverse, inclusive, and international environment. Comprehensive benefits including pension scheme, wellness programs, and local perks.

Senior Legal Counsel Location: Frankfurt Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join their international legal team. This role offers a unique opportunity to advise on a wide range of corporate legal matters with a focus on governance, cross-border operations, and strategic legal support. About the Role You will play a pivotal role in shaping governance frameworks and providing expert legal advice across the organisation’s international entities. Working closely with global teams, you will help manage legal risks and support business objectives in a dynamic, multinational setting. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement governance structures and legal processes across international entities. Provide legal guidance on diverse corporate and operational issues. Draft, review, and negotiate agreements and governance documentation. Collaborate with global colleagues to align legal practices and mitigate cross-border risks. Support legal training and knowledge sharing initiatives. Prepare materials for key meetings and assist with related documentation. Contribute to legal projects and special initiatives as needed. Your Profile Qualified lawyer with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in corporate legal roles, preferably in a multinational environment. Strong expertise in corporate law and governance; knowledge of employment, tax, or regulatory law is an advantage. Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus. Excellent communication, drafting, and problem-solving skills. Comfortable working across cultures and time zones in a fast-paced environment. What We Offer Exposure to complex international legal and governance matters. Opportunities for professional development within a diverse global team. Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary. A collaborative culture that values legal expertise and supports your growth.

Compliance Counsel Location: Düsseldorf A role that inspires you Join a central compliance team where your legal expertise will strengthen anti-financial crime efforts and regulatory adherence. You’ll play a key role in shaping compliance processes and advising across business units to mitigate risk and ensure operational integrity. What you’ll be doing Assess and monitor compliance risks alongside international and local teams. Track regulatory changes and evaluate their business impact. Support implementation of controls for anti-money laundering (AML) and financial sanctions. Develop, review, and optimise compliance policies and workflows. Prepare compliance documentation, including reports and annual plans. Advise leadership and employees on compliance requirements and best practices. Design and deliver training programs to promote regulatory awareness and adherence. What you bring Qualified lawyer with additional compliance and/or AML expertise. Professional experience in financial services or law firms focused on financial regulation. Skilled in designing and delivering compliance training. Strong analytical, communication, and advisory capabilities. What’s on offer The chance to influence compliance frameworks in a dynamic financial environment. Collaborative work with cross-functional teams across geographies. Competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities. Supportive culture prioritising compliance excellence.

Export Compliance Lawyer Location: Munich A role that inspires you Join a leading organisation as an Export Compliance Lawyer, where you will play a vital role in shaping and maintaining a robust global compliance framework. In this position, you’ll ensure adherence to complex international trade laws and provide expert guidance to senior management on regulatory challenges, helping safeguard the company’s global operations. What you’ll be doing: Develop, implement, and maintain a global export compliance management system (CMS). Establish and update group-wide export control policies, processes, and standards. Conduct risk analyses to identify and mitigate export compliance risks. Ensure compliance with international embargoes, sanctions, and trade regulations. Advise business units on complex export control and contractual matters. Support investigations and whistleblowing procedures related to compliance. Provide regular reports and recommendations to senior management on compliance risks and controls. Communicate regulatory updates and ensure integration into company-wide processes. What you bring: Fully qualified German lawyer (Zweites Staatsexamen) with several years of relevant experience, ideally in an international corporate environment. Strong expertise in national and international export control laws (EU dual-use regulations, German Foreign Trade Act, US export control, and sanctions law). Experience in designing and managing compliance frameworks and governance structures. Analytical, structured, and proactive working style. Excellent advisory and communication skills in both German and English; additional languages are a plus. What’s on offer: An influential role in a global organisation with significant compliance responsibilities. Collaborative and international working environment. Opportunities for continuous professional growth and development. Competitive benefits and a flexible work culture.

Legal Counsel  Location: Berlin (Remote) A role that inspires you Join a fast-growing scale-up and take ownership of shaping the company’s legal and corporate landscape. As Legal Counsel, you’ll handle strategic transactions, structure contracts, and design scalable legal frameworks that support rapid growth—all while working remotely with a collaborative, international team. What you’ll be doing You will: Lead and support M&A and financing transactions from structuring through to completion. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with partners, suppliers, and clients. Advise on corporate governance and investor relations matters. Design and optimise legal frameworks, templates, and operational processes. Liaise with external counsel on transactions and disputes. Monitor regulatory developments and assess their business impact. Communicate complex legal issues clearly and pragmatically to internal stakeholders. What you bring You are a proactive legal professional with a strategic mindset: Qualified lawyer with 3–6 years’ experience in private practice or in-house. Strong background in corporate law, finance, and M&A. Familiarity with legal operations, compliance, or litigation. Fluent in German and English (C1 level or above). Practical, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced, scaling environment. Approaches law as a strategic enabler for business growth. What’s on offer Flexible, remote-friendly working, with an office base in Berlin. 30 days of annual leave. Annual learning budget for personal and professional development. Mobility budget for flexible travel. Private health insurance and retirement plan. Collaborative, diverse, and international team culture. About the opportunity This position is managed exclusively by MAM Gruppe, a specialist recruitment partner connecting world-class professionals with leading organisations across Germany. All applications are handled with strict confidentiality.