Mainz, Germany | full time | Job ID: 10606
As our business expands across economic zones, the complexity of global transactions and collaborations with third parties has grown significantly. To ensure we manage risks effectively and maintain our competitive edge, we are improving and re-structuring our global third-party due diligence processes for onboarding, monitoring, and off-boarding related to compliance and business ethnics requirements and demands (C&BE).
We are seeking a dedicated professional to lead this initiative, design and implement robust processes, and set the framework for compliance excellence. This role is critical to safeguarding BioNTech’s operations while fostering intelligent and efficient collaboration across our global network.
Your responsibilities:
* Design, implement, and continuously improve our global C&BE due diligence processes to strengthen an end-to-end (E2E) third-party compliance due diligence processes, aligning review and approval workflows under a unified digitalization strategy.
* Manage internal third-party due diligence processes, addressing sanction laws, Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption (ABAC), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and fraud risks, while developing contractual clauses and participating in contract negotiations.
* Serve as the C&BE Due Diligence (DD) Lead for complex M&A, joint ventures, and industry collaboration projects, providing expert advice on compliance implications and risk mitigation strategies.
* Supervise and delegate C&BE Due Diligence checks for third parties of special interest, offering subject matter expertise on identified risks and recommending effective mitigation measures.
* Act as the primary Compliance business partner for divisions involved in third-party onboarding, fostering collaboration across internal stakeholders to ensure seamless compliance integration.
* Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of compliance policies and procedures to address emerging risks and global business needs.
What you have to offer:
* Bachelor’s degree in Law or Compliance degree with 5+ years experience; Master's degree in Law or a degree as fully qualified lawyer
* Proven expertise in compliance management, particularly in sanction laws, ABAC, AML, and fraud risk areas, with experience advising on compliance implications in M&A, joint ventures, and industry collaborations.
* Strong knowledge of compliance due diligence processes, including contractual clauses and negotiation strategies, with familiarity in digitalization strategies for compliance processes.
* Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects involving cross-functional teams and stakeholders, with strong delegation and supervisory skills to ensure effective execution.
* Exceptional communication skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, translating complex compliance requirements into actionable strategies.
* Analytical mindset with a global perspective, understanding compliance requirements across economic zones, and adaptability to evolving business needs and regulatory landscapes.
Your Benefits:
It's our priority to support you:
* Your flexibility: flexible hours | vacation account
* Your growth: Digital Learning | Performance & talent development | leadership development | Apprenticeships | LinkedIn Learning
* Your value: Your voice at the table | Culture on an equal footing | Opportunities to shape & impact | Support for your full potential
* Your health and lifestyle: Company bike
* Your mobility: Job ticket | Deutschlandticket
* Your life phases: Employer-funded pension | Childcare
Apply now - We look forward to your application!
Apply to our Mainz, Germany location by sending us your documents via our online form. For any questions, contact our talent acquisition team on: + 49 (0) 6131-9084-1291 (Monday-Friday from 1 PM to 3 PM CET).
Job ID 10606 (please always specify if you have any questions)
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