Job Description The Compliance Lead is a key position responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing APCOA's comprehensive compliance program across all European operations. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, this role ensures that APCOA adheres to all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies while mitigating compliance risks and maintaining the company's reputation for ethical business practices. The position will also serve as the Group Data Protection Officer, requiring deep expertise in data privacy regulations across our European markets. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the development and execution of APCOA's compliance strategy and framework, ensuring alignment and cohesion across the group under our new operating model Serve as Group Data Protection Officer, overseeing all data privacy compliance across APCOA's European operations Oversee compliance monitoring activities across all jurisdictions where APCOA operates Manage and respond to any compliance breaches and reports across our 5,000-person workforce, ensuring efficient resolution of routine compliance matters Identify compliance risks and implement appropriate controls and mitigation strategies Develop, review, and update compliance policies and procedures with focus on standardization across the group Provide strategic compliance advice to senior management and the Board, with particular understanding of private equity governance requirements Lead investigations into potential compliance breaches, from routine operational matters to complex regulatory issues Establish and maintain relationships with regulatory authorities, particularly data protection authorities Manage the compliance team and coordinate with regional compliance officers to ensure consistent group-wide approach Report on compliance matters to the General Counsel and executive leadership team Ensure adequate compliance training programs are in place across the organization, with emphasis on data protection Stay abreast of regulatory changes, particularly in data privacy, and assess their impact on APCOA's operations Conduct periodic compliance risk assessments and implement improvement plans