Compliance Officer Awareness & Prevention (m/w/d) - Essen (GER) or Madrid (SP)

Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germanythyssenkrupp Decarbon Technologies GmbH


Type of contract:Full-time, Permanent
Experience level:Professionals
Remote work:Hybrid
Job field:Legal, Compliance & Audit
Entry date:2026/10/01
Posting date:2026/09/16
Job number:DE_RS_18570
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Your responsibilities

  • You will actively contribute to the further development and effective implementation of the Compliance Management System within the Decarbon Technologies segment and take ownership of selected compliance areas, including anti-corruption, data compliance, anti-money laundering, and export control/trade compliance. A key focus of your role will be the provision of antitrust and competition law advice as well as the further development and implementation of competition law compliance measures.
  • You will help ensure that segment-wide standards are adhered to, compliance risks are identified at an early stage, and regulatory requirements are implemented efficiently across the organization.
  • As part of a holistic compliance approach, you will advise and support the business on additional compliance topics, particularly with regard to the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) and related regulatory requirements.
  • You will advise the companies within the thyssenkrupp Decarbon Technologies segment on a broad range of compliance matters. This includes, among other things, providing antitrust and competition law advice in M&A projects, addressing liability-related questions arising from the application of the Compliance Program, and supporting the coordination and enablement of Compliance Officers in the Business Units and regions. In doing so, you will contribute to the effective and consistent implementation of compliance requirements throughout the segment.
  • You will support compliance reporting at segment and Group level, assist in the development of compliance processes, policies, concepts, and preventive measures, and accompany their implementation in an international environment.
  • You will monitor and analyze regulatory developments and compliance risks, derive appropriate measures, and support their implementation.
  • In addition, you will independently manage cross-functional compliance projects and actively drive the further development of the compliance organization and compliance culture within the segment.

Your profile

  • You are passionate about working collaboratively and excited to contribute to the further evolution of Compliance at thyssenkrupp Decarbon Technologies during a period of transformation and growth.
  • You hold an degree in Law and have successfully completed the Second German State Examination (Second State Exam) or possess an equivalent legal qualification. Additional qualifications, such as an LL.M. or other postgraduate degree, are considered an asset.
  • You bring significant and recent experience in a senior compliance role within an international corporation or complex business environment. You have a proven track record of not only advising on compliance matters, but also shaping, implementing, and continuously improving compliance programs and governance frameworks.
  • You have extensive expertise in the design, implementation, and enhancement of Compliance Management Systems (CMS).
  • You have substantial experience advising on competition and antitrust law matters in an international business context, including cooperation agreements, distribution structures, public tenders, and M&A transactions.
  • Your expertise covers key compliance areas, including competition law, anti-corruption, data protection and digital regulation, anti-money laundering, and trade compliance.
  • You combine strong legal and regulatory knowledge with a pragmatic, business-oriented approach and the ability to translate complex requirements into practical solutions.
  • You are an effective communicator with strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization.
  • You thrive in an international and cross-cultural environment and distinguish yourself through integrity, discretion, resilience, and a high level of personal accountability.
  • You have successfully led complex, cross-functional, and international projects and are comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • You are fluent in English, both written and spoken. German and Spanisch language skills are highly desirable.

Your benefits

At thyssenkrupp Decarbon Technologies, we are committed to providing an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact by contributing to the continued growth and success of thyssenkrupp Decarbon Technologies in a dynamic and future-oriented industry.

  • A competitive compensation package combined with attractive benefits.

  • Flexible working hours, hybrid and mobile working arrangements, and the opportunity, subject to agreement, to work remotely from within the European Union for up to 20 days per year.

  • A wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives, including confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services, preventive healthcare offerings through our occupational health service (such as health screenings and seasonal vaccinations), and various sports and wellness programs.

  • Extensive professional and personal development opportunities through a broad portfolio of training programs, learning initiatives, and career opportunities across the thyssenkrupp Group.

  • A structured and personalized onboarding program designed to help you settle in quickly and build a strong network from day one.

Contact

thyssenkrupp Decarbon Technologies GmbH

Sofie Putschke

Human Resources

Important to us

Health and Wellness

Health & Safety

Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

Pension and Retirement

Pension

We have various financial models to give you individual support.

We have various financial models to give you individual support.

Collaboration and Teamwork

Collaboration

Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

Professional Development

Development

Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

Compensation and Salary

Compensation & benefits

Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity

We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

Creative and Innovation

Creative leeway

We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

Vacation and Time Off

Vacation and paid time off

Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

Sustainability and Environment

Sustainability

We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.

We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.

Onboarding and Training

Onboarding

Onboarding: individual and personal support to help you get started in your new job.

Onboarding: individual and personal support to help you get started in your new job.

We value diversity

We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Company

Through its Rothe Erde, Uhde and Polysius businesses as well as the majority investment thyssenkrupp nucera, Decarbon Technologies delivers innovative, cutting-edge technologies for the transition to a climate-neutral industrial economy. Rothe Erde is a leading provider of bearings and solutions that play a key role in wind, solar and tidal power plants, among other things. With its solutions for decarbonization, defossilization and the circular economy, Uhde is a technology and implementation provider of large-scale plants for the chemical industry. Polysius supplies green technologies for the cement and lime industry, digital automation solutions, and on-site and remote maintenance services. thyssenkrupp nucera is a global supplier of electrolysis technology for the industrial-scale production of clean hydrogen. The segment employs around 12,000 people, who generated revenues of approximately 3.8 billion euros in fiscal year 2023/2024.

From receiving your documents to acceptance: the application process

Step 1

Online application

Have you found an interesting vacancy? Then apply online. You won’t need more than 10 minutes. The entire application process – from initial contact to response – usually takes between four and six weeks.

Step 2

Receipt of your application

You will receive confirmation that we have received your application – within a few minutes if you apply online; it may take a couple of days if you apply by email. Our recruiters check your application documents and get in touch with you. For some positions we will conduct a preliminary telephone interview with you.

Step 3

Review by functional department

Our recruiter submits a preliminary selection of candidates to the specialist department for consideration. The department will then look closely to check whether your qualifications meet the requirements of the job.

Step 4

Interview

If you are a suitable candidate for the job, we’d like to get to know you personally in an interview with the specialist department and HR. If you or we need more time, we'll invite you to a second interview.

Step 5

The offer

Once we have agreed the contractual details, we will send you an employment contract. We will of course also let you know if your application is not successful.

Step 6

Starting out with us

Finally the time has come: welcome to thyssenkrupp!

Step 7

Onboarding

When you sign your contract you take your first step into one of the world’s biggest companies. We’re there to support you – right from the start.

Notes on application

You will have submitted your online application to thyssenkrupp in no time! As long as the position is available on our career page, you have the opportunity to apply.

We have adapted the application process to the current situation and conduct our interviews by video (not in the U.S.), telephone and also personally - in compliance with the applicable and necessary distance and hygienic rules. You will receive detailed information on this topic from our recruiting experts during the application process, while you can find general information and application tips here finden.

Further information about thyssenkrupp, our products and locations can be found directly on the company website.

We wish you every success with your application and stay healthy!

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