Chief Compliance Officer (m/f/d) - Senior Executive - REF99659X

As Chief Compliance Officer (m/f/d), you will lead Continental's global Compliance function and play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and responsible business conduct worldwide.  As a member of the Quality, Integrity, Law & Sustainability (QILS) organization, you will contribute to the ongoing evolution of Continental's governance framework, helping to advance an integrated, effective, and future-oriented approach to governance, risk, and compliance.  This is a highly visible Senior Executive leadership role with direct exposure to the Executive Board and other key governance bodies. Beyond ensuring effective Compliance risk management, you will act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner, helping the organization navigate an increasingly complex regulatory and business environment.  We are looking for a leader who combines deep Compliance expertise with strategic vision, business acumen, and a passion for transformation, digitalization, and organizational excellence.  Your Responsibilities  • Lead and further develop Continental's global Compliance organization and Compliance Management System.  • Define and implement the company's global Compliance strategy, policies, and governance framework.  • Lead the prevention, detection, investigation, and remediation of key compliance risks, including antitrust, anti-corruption, fraud, and money laundering.  • Drive enterprise-wide Compliance risk assessments and ensure effective mitigation measures.  • Foster a strong culture of ethics, integrity, and accountability across the organization.  • Advise senior management and governance bodies on material compliance matters, emerging risks, and regulatory developments.  • Oversee Compliance monitoring, investigations, reporting, and whistleblower processes.  • Define key Compliance metrics and regularly assess the effectiveness and maturity of the Compliance program.  • Drive innovation, digitalization, data analytics, and AI-enabled solutions within the Compliance function.  • Collaborate closely with Legal, Internal Audit, Quality, Sustainability, and other governance functions to strengthen Continental's overall governance framework.  • Lead the global Compliance team and actively shape organizational and people development, building strong leadership capabilities, fostering collaboration across functions and regions, and developing organizational talent to ensure a future-ready Compliance organization.  • Fully qualified lawyer or comparable academic qualification.  • Extensive professional experience in Compliance, Ethics, Governance, Risk Management, Antitrust/Competition Law, Anti-Corruption, or related fields.  • Significant leadership experience in a multinational corporation, international law firm, or similarly complex global environment.  • Proven track record of leading international and cross-functional teams.  • Strong knowledge of global Compliance frameworks, governance systems, and regulatory environments.  • Experience operating successfully within complex matrix organizations.  • Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills, including interaction with Executive Boards and Supervisory Boards.  • Strategic mindset combined with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.  • Demonstrated experience leading organizational transformation and driving innovation.  • Fluent English & German language skills are required  Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome. • Excellent compensation: Your performance and level of responsibility deserve recognition. You will receive an attractive salary complemented by variable compensation. • Individual mobility solution: As an important member of our leadership team, you are provided with a company car that offers flexibility and comfort for both business and private use. • Flexibility that fits your life: This position is generally intended to be filled on a full-time basis. At the same time, we are open to individual part-time arrangements, provided they are compatible with the requirements of the role. With flexible working hours, mobile working, and sabbaticals, we will find a working model that suits your individual needs.  • Time off that truly matters: Enjoy 30 days of paid vacation per year. • Secure your future: With our company pension plan, we already invest today in your financial security of tomorrow. • Strategic development: We invest in your future by supporting your growth through individually tailored development and training programs. • Borderless opportunities: As an EU citizen, you can work remote from other EU countries for up to 40 days per year – offering greater freedom and international flexibility. • Health in focus: Every two years, we offer you a comprehensive medical check-up conducted by experienced medical specialists. • Exclusive employee benefits: Take advantage of attractive discounts and a wide range of employee benefits. • Stay fit – nationwide: With our comprehensive range of health and wellness initiatives, you stay active – wherever you are in Germany. • Sustainable mobility: Use our “JobRad” bike leasing program and secure your preferred bicycle at attractive conditions – for more fitness, climate protection, and enjoyment on your daily commute. • A family-friendly culture: We support you with various offers that help balance work and family life, such as on-site childcare places and free emergency childcare services. • Support when it matters most: The Fürstenberg Institute provides you with a confidential external point of contact for professional advice and support in both personal and professional matters. • A work environment that embraces diversity: Look forward to working in a diverse and international environment through collaboration with our global locations.   For more information about the employee benefits you can expect at Continental, please visit our benefits page . If you would like to learn more about our location, feel free to visit our site page: H annover Corporate Headquarters . Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging are important to us and make our company strong and successful. We offer equal opportunities to everyone - regardless of age, gender, nationality, cultural background, disability, religion, ideology or sexual orientation. If this sounds like a perfect match for you and if you want to become the next supporter of our core values : Trust, for one another, passion to win and freedom to act - we are looking forward to receiving your application. Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.