Fourlis group, one of the leading Groups of companies in Greece, Bulgaria, Cyprus, and Romania in providing quality consumer goods, is currently looking to recruit:

Compliance & Internal Controls Manager 
(ref.: FG_CICM)

Role Purpose:
The Compliance & Internal Controls Manager is responsible for ensuring the company’s adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, while developing and maintaining a robust internal control framework. The role supports corporate governance and transparency by identifying compliance risks, monitoring controls, and promoting a culture of integrity and accountability across the organization.

The Position:
Reporting to the Audit Committee and the Corporate Governance Director, you will be responsible and accountable for:

• Implementing the Group Corporate Governance framework
• Implementing the Annual Compliance Plan
• Reporting according to the company’s Compliance framework 
• Develop, implement, and monitor the company’s compliance policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and internal requirements across all departments
• Supporting the internal policies and procedures administration and approval process
• Resolves issues / questions arising from colleagues / clients on GDPR
• Works closely with outside agencies (insurance companies, attorneys) as required to ensure compliance with all local and national laws regarding GDPR
• Monitoring changes to local data protection laws and making recommendations to all divisions when appropriate
• Provide advice when an DPIA has been carried out and monitor its results
• Reviewing vendor contracts and ensuring filing requirements with local regulators are achieved
• Works closely with outside agencies (insurance companies, attorneys) as required to ensure compliance with all local and national laws regarding GDPR
• Design, document, and maintain effective internal control systems for key financial and operational processes
• Conduct regular control assessments and follow up on remediation plans where needed
• Support management in identifying and mitigating compliance and control risks
• Prepare compliance and internal control reports for senior management
• Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of findings
• Provide guidance and training to employees on compliance, ethics, and company policies
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, HR, and Operations to strengthen compliance culture and control efficiency.

Qualifications & Competencies required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Audit, Business Administration, Finance, , Law, Risk Management or any other related field
• Degree or related professional certifications will be considered an asset
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Compliance, External / Internal Audit, Risk Management or any other field
• Experience in Public Interest companies
• Solid understanding of internal control frameworks and compliance best practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken).

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in retail, fashion, or omnichannel commerce
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and headless commerce
• Familiarity with ERP systems like SAP or Microsoft Dynamics.

Key Competencies:

• Integrity and professionalism
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strategic and critical thinking
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities

We offer:

• Competitive remuneration & benefits package 
• Extensive continuous training 
• Career & development prospects in Fourlis group