Compliance Officer

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Kanadevia Inova is hiring a Compliance Officer for a full-time onsite role in Zurich to build and refine compliance programs for a waste-to-X technology leader. You’ll develop and oversee regulatory programs, administer processes like Know Your Customer onboarding and the whistleblower channel, lead training, conduct audits, and maintain records. Ideal candidates have a law or business degree, 5+ years in compliance (engineering, construction, or renewable energy preferred), fluent English with German strongly preferred, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency in compliance software and MS Office. To apply, tailor your CV to show program development and regulatory liaison success, and apply directly; agencies are not accepted.

Company Description

Welcome to Kanadevia Inova, a global innovation leader in the waste infrastructure space, where we believe in creating a sustainable future through technology and innovation. 

Transforming Waste into Value

At Kanadevia Inova, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of waste-to-X technology. We are not just waste managers; we are creators of value from what communities discard. Your role at Kanadevia Inova directly contributes to turning something once considered useless - waste - into something invaluable: energy, heat, hydrogen, fertilizer, and beyond.

Job Description

• Ensure the company meets all legal and regulatory requirements by developing and overseeing compliance programs.
• Administer compliance processes (e.g., Know Your Customer onboarding, whistleblowing hotline, investigations).
• Lead compliance training and awareness initiatives for staff.
• Conduct audits, monitor compliance, and report findings to stakeholders.
• Maintain and improve compliance records, liaise with regulatory bodies, and update programs as needed.

Qualifications

• University degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field; compliance certification is a plus.
• 5+ years’ compliance experience, ideally in engineering, construction, or renewable energy.
• Fluent English required; German strongly preferred; other languages are an asset.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient with compliance management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Information

For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.