IT Compliance Officer (m/f/d) Original Equipment Solutions - REF86014I Porto

IT Compliance Officer (m/f/d) Original Equipment Solutions - REF86014I

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About OESL Original Equipment Solutions (OESL) is emerging as a
- alone global leader in the automotive sector, with over 17, 000 employees and €2 billion in annual sales. Operating in 15 countries across 35 locations, including technology centers, OESL will build on Continental’s rich legacy to deliver
- quality parts to major OEMs and commercial vehicle customers worldwide.

Job Description

We are looking for an IT Compliance Manager (m/f/diverse) for the locations Porto or Timişoara with the following responsibilities:

• Design and implement policies, procedures, and standards for regulatory compliance within IT functions.
• Maintain an
  -
  - date compliance framework, adapting to new regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Oversee the documentation of compliance activities and reports.

Risk Identification and Mitigation

• Conduct regular assessments to identify potential compliance risks within IT operations.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement controls that mitigate identified risks and ensure compliance.
• Prepare and present risk assessment findings to the Head of Compliance & Risk Management.

Training and Advisory

• Develop training materials and conduct sessions to educate IT teams on compliance policies and standards.
• Act as a compliance advisor to various IT functions, providing guidance on regulatory impacts for ongoing projects.
• Respond to internal inquiries about compliance practices and ensure teams understand regulatory obligations.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Regularly review compliance performance and prepare reports for senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Track and document incidents of
  - compliance, overseeing the resolution process.
• Liaise with internal audit to ensure the effectiveness of compliance controls and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master’s degree in Compliance or a similar specialization is preferred.
• Required certifications: Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP).
• Preferred certifications: Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC).
• 5+ years of experience in IT compliance or risk management, ideally within the automotive, manufacturing, or technology sectors.
• Managed at least two compliance projects that involved coordinating
  - functional teams and implementing compliance frameworks.
• Experience in assessing and improving compliance processes for IT operations, including data privacy and regulatory adherence.
• Proven capability to lead
  - functional compliance initiatives, collaborating with various IT teams and influencing compliance practices.
• Demonstrated experience in communicating complex compliance requirements effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Fluent in English; another language is helpful.
• Exposure to international work content in previous roles.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in a rapidly evolving environment.
• Proven experience in dynamic environments such as
  - outs, mergers, or startups (where strategic agility, rapid execution, and
  - functional collaboration are key to success).

Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.

What we offer?

• Compensation package - 14th salaries plus performance bonus.
• Lunch Allowance - in line with local regulation.
• Flexibility - Flexible schedule, hybrid work.
• Home-Office - Employees receive 1, 00€ net for each Home-Office day, paid monthly.
• Work Abroad - Possibility to work abroad within the EU for 20+20 days per year (two different countries).
• Vacation days - 22 days per year + 3 extra days the following year (based on attendance). Seniority days added starting from 3 years in the company.
• Referral Bonus - A bonus of 500€ or 750€ (depending on seniority) is paid for each referral.

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Job Details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Automotive

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