Chief Compliance Officer (m/f/d) - Senior Executive - REF99659X

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 76,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer and smarter. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division currently employs around 53,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.

As Chief Compliance Officer (m/f/d), you will lead Continental's global Compliance function and play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and responsible business conduct worldwide.

As a member of the Quality, Integrity, Law & Sustainability (QILS) organization, you will contribute to the ongoing evolution of Continental's governance framework, helping to advance an integrated, effective, and future-oriented approach to governance, risk, and compliance.

This is a highly visible Senior Executive leadership role with direct exposure to the Executive Board and other key governance bodies. Beyond ensuring effective Compliance risk management, you will act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner, helping the organization navigate an increasingly complex regulatory and business environment.

We are looking for a leader who combines deep Compliance expertise with strategic vision, business acumen, and a passion for transformation, digitalization, and organizational excellence.

Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.

Responsibilities

Lead and further develop Continental's global Compliance organization and Compliance Management System.; Define and implement the company's global Compliance strategy, policies, and governance framework.; Lead the prevention, detection, investigation, and remediation of key compliance risks, including antitrust, anti-corruption, fraud, and money laundering.; Drive enterprise-wide Compliance risk assessments and ensure effective mitigation measures.; Foster a strong culture of ethics, integrity, and accountability across the organization.; Advise senior management and governance bodies on material compliance matters, emerging risks, and regulatory developments.; Oversee Compliance monitoring, investigations, reporting, and whistleblower processes.; Define key Compliance metrics and regularly assess the effectiveness and maturity of the Compliance program.; Drive innovation, digitalization, data analytics, and AI-enabled solutions within the Compliance function.; Collaborate closely with Legal, Internal Audit, Quality, Sustainability, and other governance functions to strengthen Continental's overall governance framework.; Lead the global Compliance team and actively shape organizational and people development, building strong leadership capabilities, fostering collaboration across functions and regions, and developing organizational talent to ensure a future-ready Compliance organization.

Requirements

Fully qualified lawyer or comparable academic qualification.; Extensive professional experience in Compliance, Ethics, Governance, Risk Management, Antitrust/Competition Law, Anti-Corruption, or related fields.; Significant leadership experience in a multinational corporation, international law firm, or similarly complex global environment.; Proven track record of leading international and cross-functional teams.; Strong knowledge of global Compliance frameworks, governance systems, and regulatory environments.; Experience operating successfully within complex matrix organizations.; Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills, including interaction with Executive Boards and Supervisory Boards.; Strategic mindset combined with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.; Demonstrated experience leading organizational transformation and driving innovation.; Fluent English & German language skills are required