EMEA Compliance Officer

Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2024, Continental generated sales of €39.7 billion and currently employs around 190,000 people in 55 countries and markets.

Guided by the vision of being the customer's first choice for material-driven solutions, the ContiTech group sector focuses on development competence and material expertise for products and systems made of rubber, plastics, metal, and fabrics. These can also be equipped with electronic components in order to optimize them functionally for individual services. ContiTech's industrial growth areas are primarily in the areas of energy, agriculture, construction, and surfaces. In addition, ContiTech serves the automotive and transportation industries as well as rail transport

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated EMEA Compliance Officer to join our regional compliance team at ContiTech. In this role, you will play a key part in strengthening our culture of integrity and ensuring adherence to applicable laws and internal policies across the EMEA region.

You will act as a trusted advisor to the business, supporting compliance risk management, delivering training initiatives, and contributing to the continuous improvement of our global compliance framework.

Key Tasks / Responsibilities

Compliance Advisory & Risk Mitigation

• Provide practical, business-oriented advice on compliance matters, including: Business ethics, Antitrust / competition law, Corruption prevention, Data privacy, Artificial intelligence governance, Anti-money laundering and fraud
• Assess compliance risks and support proactive mitigation measures in close collaboration with Compliance leadership.
• Advise local teams and business units on AI-related topics, including strategy, implementation, and governance in line with regulatory requirements.

Training & Awareness

• Develop and deliver engaging compliance training programs across the region (eLearning, virtual, and in-person formats).
• Create and maintain high-quality training materials to raise awareness and prevent compliance risks.
• Track and report training participation and effectiveness

Reporting & Documentation

• Collect and report compliance-related data to Group Compliance leadership, including statistics on advice provided, communication reach, contractual support (e.g., Data Processing Agreements), and training participation.
• Maintain accurate documentation of compliance activities and ensure timely reporting of relevant metrics.

Program Development & Support

• Contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of compliance programs, policies, and procedures.
• Support global initiatives such as Policy updates, Cross-functional projects and Training development

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to assess and mitigate compliance risks associated with business strategy and operations.
• Collaborate with Global Compliance and regional counterparts to ensure consistency and alignment across the organization.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years professional experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory functions, preferably in an international environment.
• Strong knowledge of relevant EMEA regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate complex regulations into practical guidance.
• Fluency in English (additional languages are a plus).
• Strategic mindset with attention to detail.
• High level of integrity, reliability, and professionalism.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a global matrix organization.
• Experience with Compliance AI use cases is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

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