Senior Compliance Manager - APCOA Group HQ in London

At APCOA, we are not just managing parking spaces – we’re pioneering the future of urban mobility and smart city solutions. With a presence in 12 countries, over 12,000 locations, and more than 50 years of operational leadership, we are Europe’s largest parking and mobility services provider.

As the Senior Compliance Manager at APCOA, you will serve as a strategic compliance leader across our European operations. Your day involves providing expert guidance on complex regulatory matters while overseeing our comprehensive compliance framework. You will collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement compliance strategies that protect our organization while enabling business growth. As the Group Data Protection Officer, you will lead our data privacy initiatives, ensuring our 5,000-person workforce maintains the highest standards of data protection across all jurisdictions.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Lead the development and execution of APCOA's group-wide compliance strategy, ensuring standardization and cohesion across all European operations.
• Serve as Group Data Protection Officer, providing expert oversight of all data privacy compliance matters across multiple jurisdictions.
• Identify compliance risks and implement appropriate controls and mitigation strategies to protect APCOA's reputation and operations.
• Manage and efficiently resolve compliance breaches and reports, from routine operational matters to complex regulatory issues.
• Develop, review, and update compliance policies with a focus on standardization across the group.
• Provide strategic compliance advice to senior management and the Board, with particular focus on private equity governance requirements.
• Lead investigations into potential compliance breaches and coordinate with regulatory authorities when necessary.
• Manage the compliance team and coordinate with regional compliance officers to ensure a consistent group-wide approach.
• Design and implement effective compliance training programs, with emphasis on data protection.
• Conduct periodic compliance risk assessments and develop improvement plans to continuously enhance our compliance posture.

What You Bring

• Advanced degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a similar in-house compliance leadership role.
• Strong background in data privacy law and regulations (GDPR, national data protection laws).
• Experience working within private equity-backed organizations with understanding of PE governance requirements.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing compliance programs across multiple jurisdictions.
• In-depth knowledge of European regulatory frameworks.
• Professional compliance certification preferred (e.g., CCEP, CIPP).

Skills and Competencies

• Strategic thinking with exceptional analytical abilities to navigate complex regulatory landscapes.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels and drive group-wide alignment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Sound judgment when managing high-volume, routine compliance matters while maintaining strategic focus.
• Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business solutions.
• Deep expertise in data privacy regulations with the capability to serve effectively as Group DPO.
• Demonstrated integrity and high ethical standards.
• Crisis management expertise and strong conflict resolution skills.
• Business acumen to balance compliance requirements with organizational objectives.
• Efficiency in managing routine compliance matters while advancing strategic initiatives.

At APCOA, we see beyond the parking space. We see a world where mobility is intelligent, sustainable, and seamlessly integrated into daily life. Our new Group HQ is more than a physical space — it’s the heartbeat of a new enterprise, where high-impact leaders shape the future.

If you’re ready to apply your expertise to meaningful challenges and help transform an industry — join APCOA Group HQ. Let’s build what’s next.

APCOA Group HQ is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.