Head of Compliance Office Coatings (m/f/d)

WELCOME TO BASF

In the Coatings division, we offer far more than just paints and coatings. Our approach is to put the needs of our customers at the centre and always think one step ahead. Our motto ‘We always go beyond the surface’ makes it clear that we are not only focussed on the products themselves, but also on the reasons why we develop them. We are interested in creating innovative solutions that promote future growth and fulfil the requirements of the market. With our extensive knowledge and experience, we work to provide tailored coatings solutions that create real value and build strong partnerships.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Due to the strategic realignment of the Coatings business unit, a dedicated Legal, Compliance & Insurance department is being established. This presents an exciting opportunity to develop and shape the Legal, Compliance & Insurance organization from its foundation.

• As Head of the global Compliance Office, you lead the development, implementation and execution of the global compliance strategy for the Coatings division, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and legal & compliance requirements. 
• You lead the Compliance Office Coatings, report to the General Counsel, developing and enforcing policies including processes that enhance compliance.
• Furthermore, you manage governance matters of the Coatings division including governance-related platforms and a variety of governance-related initiatives and projects.
• Together with your team, you closely collaborate with the global network of compliance officers of the legal entities of the Coatings division, support them with guidance and take-over of case-handling in important cases and coordinate the community management.
• Lastly, you oversee and give compliance advice in different expertise areas (e.g., sanctions, anti-corruption, criminal and data protection law) and manage as well as coordinate the global training and awareness program for compliance within the Coatings division.

WHAT YOU OFFER

• law degree (German first and second state examination) with minimum 10 - 15 years of professional experience and with minimum of 5 - 10 years of experience in compliance in an international company, ideally in international manufacturing environments
• ideally, leadership experience and deep expertise in the areas of compliance including sanctions, anti-corruption, criminal law, and data protection law
• teamplayer with strong communication skills in German and English (additional languages are a plus) as well as excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skills
• strategic, solution-oriented, and resilient with a proactive and hands-on mentality and a excellent ability to network and collaborate, organized and detail oriented
• committed to compliance advisory and enforcement, with sound judgment and openness to diverse perspectives as well as value-based driven with demonstrated ability to excel in a dynamic environment and work well with people from diverse demographics
• ability to pragmatically and concisely communicate complex compliance issues to non-lawyers and all levels of personnel and management

WHAT WE OFFER

• We offer an attractive salary with individual benefits such as performance-related bonuses or a share program. Company-funded supplementary health insurance, accident insurance and an attractive pension plan offer comprehensive coverage.
• At our location in Münster, we have our own “Freizeit” fitness studio with an attached physiotherapy practice, permanently employed company doctors, a company restaurant “Auszeit” including a café bar, a bilingual company daycare center ‘LackiKids’ and a vacation program “LackiKids on Tour”.
• We have 30 vacation days/year (full-time), additional time off options and a 37.5-hour week.
• We offer a wide range of local and global development and career opportunities for professional and personal development.

HOW TO REACH US

• Romy Gründel (Talent Acquisition), romy.gruendel@basf.com, Tel.: +49 30 2005-56730 will be happy to answer your questions for this position. You are also welcome to book an appointment online (technical questions cannot be answered in this appointment)
• You can also reach our recruiting team here
• First information about our application process can be found here

ABOUT US

Learn more about BASF Coatings GmbH at https://www.basf-coatings.com/global/en.html

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