Group Compliance Officer

Swiss Listed Global Technology Group | Switzerland HQ

The Opportunity

Our client is a Swiss-listed international technology company with operations in more than 50 countries worldwide. Following significant growth and acquisitions, the organisation is investing further in its global governance and compliance framework.

Reporting directly to the Group General Counsel, the Group Compliance Officer will take ownership of the global compliance programme and play a key role in shaping the future compliance landscape of the organisation.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys building, influencing and driving change. Rather than stepping into a highly established function, you will have the mandate, visibility and support to design and implement a modern compliance framework across a global business.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement and continuously improve the global Compliance Management System (CMS)
• Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures and governance frameworks
• Lead global compliance risk assessments and monitoring activities
• Drive the company's integrity management programme, including whistleblowing and investigations
• Oversee and further develop the global data protection framework
• Provide compliance advice to senior management, business leaders and functional teams globally
• Partner closely with Legal, HR, Finance, Internal Audit and operational leadership
• Lead and develop a small team focused on trade compliance and related compliance activities
• Deliver training and awareness initiatives across international operations
• Monitor regulatory developments and translate them into practical business solutions

What We Are Looking For

• Degree in Law, Business, Compliance or a related discipline
• Approximately 6-10 years of relevant compliance experience within an international environment
• Experience establishing or significantly developing compliance frameworks, programmes or governance structures
• Exposure to multinational industrial, manufacturing or technology businesses is highly valued
• Experience interacting with senior leadership and governance bodies
• Strong understanding of compliance topics such as:
  • Anti-bribery & corruption
  • Whistleblowing & investigations
  • Data protection
  • Third-party risk management
  • Corporate governance
  • Compliance programme design
• Exposure to Asian markets is advantageous
• Fluent English required; German is beneficial

Personal Profile

We are looking for someone who:

• Wants to build and shape rather than maintain
• Is comfortable operating in an evolving environment
• Combines strong ethics with commercial pragmatism
• Communicates effectively across cultures and organisational levels
• Can influence without relying on hierarchy
• Enjoys taking ownership and driving change

Why Consider This Role?

• Significant influence and visibility within the organisation
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and Board-level discussions
• Opportunity to shape a global compliance framework
• International environment with operations across Europe, Asia and the Americas
• Attractive compensation package including bonus and long-term incentives