Legal Manager

Group Compliance Manager - Europe Location: London (Office-Based) Salary: Competitive + Benefits The Opportunity An international organisation with operations across multiple European jurisdictions is seeking a Group Compliance Manager to join its established Legal & Compliance function. This is a broad and commercially focused role offering exposure to a wide range of regulatory and governance matters, including anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions, data privacy, competition law, third-party risk management and compliance support on mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures. Working closely with senior leadership, legal teams and operational stakeholders across Europe, you will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing a robust compliance framework within a complex multinational environment. Key Responsibilities • Manage and support legal compliance due diligence activities relating to acquisitions, joint ventures and third-party relationships. • Conduct compliance and regulatory risk assessments across European operations, identifying gaps and recommending appropriate controls and mitigation strategies. • Support the ongoing development and maintenance of the organisation's data privacy programme, including GDPR compliance, DPIAs, ROPA management and information governance processes. • Draft, review and update compliance policies, procedures and governance documentation in line with changing regulatory requirements. • Provide guidance to stakeholders on matters including: • UK Bribery Act and anti-corruption legislation • GDPR and wider data protection obligations • Competition and antitrust law • Economic sanctions and trade compliance • Third-party due diligence and risk management • Assist with the design and delivery of compliance training and awareness initiatives across Europe. • Produce compliance reporting and management information for leadership teams. • Develop practical compliance resources, guidance notes and educational materials. • Partner with legal, risk and compliance colleagues globally to ensure consistency of programmes and controls across jurisdictions. To be successful, you will bring: • At least 5 years' experience within Compliance, Legal & Compliance, Regulatory Affairs or Corporate Governance. • Strong knowledge of GDPR, anti-bribery and corruption regulations, competition law, sanctions and third-party compliance frameworks. • Experience supporting multinational or cross-border operations. • Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. • The ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of an organisation. • Strong policy drafting, governance and regulatory interpretation capabilities. • A degree in Law, Business, Governance or a related discipline. • Additional European language skills would be advantageous. Suitable Backgrounds: Compliance Manager, Legal & Compliance Manager, Ethics & Compliance Manager, Compliance Business Partner, Compliance Counsel, Privacy & Compliance Manager, Regulatory Compliance Manager, or a Regulatory Lawyer looking to move into a broader compliance role.Sector Experience: Logistics, transport, shipping, aviation, technology, energy, pharmaceuticals, financial services, or other Please apply and reach out to with regards to this vacancy.