Director, Ethics & Compliance

About the role

This senior position is based in Spain and reports to senior leadership of a leading international organization. You will define and drive the ethics and compliance strategy across multiple European markets, acting as a trusted advisor to executives and shaping a culture of integrity and accountability.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and continuously develop the regional Ethics & Compliance strategy across Europe, ensuring alignment with global standards and local regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance to senior leadership on compliance risks, governance, regulatory developments, and internal investigations.
• Strengthen and embed a culture of ethics through training, communication, and leadership engagement.
• Oversee compliance monitoring, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies to maintain effective control frameworks.
• Manage internal investigations, ensuring proper escalation, documentation, and resolution.
• Collaborate with Legal, HR, Internal Audit, and business units to integrate compliance considerations into operational decisions.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and influence senior‑level decision‑making across European and global leadership structures.

Required profile

• Significant experience leading Ethics & Compliance programs within a multinational or complex international organization.
• Strong expertise in European regulatory frameworks, corporate governance, and compliance risk management.
• Proven ability to influence and advise senior executives in highly complex environments.
• Experience managing internal investigations, compliance monitoring programs, and risk assessment frameworks.
• Collaborative, credible advisory approach with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Required skills

• In‑depth knowledge of European regulatory requirements and corporate governance standards.
• Ability to balance regulatory obligations with commercial priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.