Senior Compliance Officer

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The role-holder will act as an experienced compliance specialist, providing both strategic and practical guidance to lawyers, junior notaries, and tax advisors. The Compliance Officer will work independently to advise on compliance issues and ensure best practices across the Firm. To maintain consistency in policies and share expertise on European regulations, including General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Whistleblowing, and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG).  The individual will monitor developments in the European regulatory landscape and align with global counterparts. Main responsibilities: Data Privacy and AML: Ensure and enhance compliance with regulations such as GDPR in all data processing activities, and the AML/Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) area Implement robust measures to protect the confidentiality and integrity of client information Ethical Standards: Uphold the highest ethical standards and ensure all activities align with professional norms; Serve as the primary point of contact for the Code of Conduct and Attorney Manual Process Optimization: Identify process bottlenecks and independently initiate and develop improvement proposals Monitor changes in Dutch and European legislation and translate them into clear guidelines, processes, and policies for Baker McKenzie Knowledge Sharing and Advisory: Provide compliance advice, support, and training to internal stakeholders, including Partners, Fee Earners, and PAs   Manage relationships with key internal stakeholders, including Partners, Fee Earners, PAs, New Business Intake (NBI) team, AML Analysts, and the Compliance Director Working closely and with the Compliance Director: Develop yourself as highly experienced Compliance Officer, under the guidance of the Compliance Director Deliver insights for risk management, effectively influence and engage diverse stakeholders Proactively escalate identified risks to the Compliance Director, providing clear reasoning and actionable recommendations Collaborate on Compliance-related matters or projects as identified and assigned by the Compliance Director Skills and experience: A bachelor’s or master’s degree, preferably in Law, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field Relevant Compliance experience, preferably in an international law firm, insurance, or banking environment Familiar with risk management, including conducting integrity risk analyses, and understanding the various aspects of Compliance in an international context Knowledge and experience with privacy legislation (GDPR) and its practical application is preferable Strong analytical skills, able to work with precision, and have a keen eye for detail Fluent in Dutch and English, both spoken and written Capable of working independently when needed, taking ownership of tasks and current situations Comfortable working autonomously with minimal supervision  Assertive, persuasive, and capable of understanding organizational dynamics and building relationships with stakeholders at different levels Act with integrity, take initiative, and think outside the box Able to provide autonomous, practical, and actionable advice A team player with a proactive and positive attitude Reports to: Amsterdam Compliance Director Position type: Regional Development framework: Specialist     APPLY Regions Europe, Middle East and Africa Locations Netherlands Offices Amsterdam Disclaimers Privacy & Cookies Statement Cookie Preferences CCPA Privacy Disclosures Contact Us Media Contacts Blogs Attorney Advertising | © 2026 Baker McKenzie