Legal & Compliance Manager - Wea M - F H/F - Bureau Veritas

Join a global leader in maritime classification and certification

Your career is about more than building a CV - it's a chance to LeaveYourMark.

Joining Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore means becoming part of a key player in maritime classification and certification. With decades of expertise, we support innovation and transition in the sector by ensuring the safety, performance, and sustainability of ships, floating offshore infrastructures, and maritime equipment.

Our mission? To contribute to a safer and more environmentally friendly maritime world by providing our technical expertise and commitment to our clients and partners.

Join an international team: Based in Paris (France), you will join the M&O Head Office Legal & Compliance team. You will act as a trusted advisor on global Legal & Compliance matters for the entire M&O Product Line, working closely with Group HQ, regional teams, and subsidiaries.

Join an international team: Based in Paris (France), you will join the M&O WEA Legal & Compliance team as the Regional Legal & Compliance Manager. You will act as a trusted advisor on global Legal & Compliance matters for the entire M&O Product Line, working closely with Group HQ, regional teams, and subsidiaries.

Your main missions:

- Lead and secure all Legal & Compliance activities across the WEA region (contracts, litigations, ethics & compliance with BV policies).
- Advise managers and operations, assessing legal risks and providing pragmatic solutions.
- Monitor international regulations (sanctions, export control, corporate law) and raise awareness within the teams.
- Promote a strong Legal & Compliance culture across the region (training, engagement committees, best practices).
- Oversee corporate governance of local subsidiaries (powers of attorney, resolutions, corporate records).
- Contribute to process improvement and cost efficiency in Legal & Compliance.

Your profile:

- Master's degree in Law (or JD), with minimum 7 years' experience in a senior Legal role within a multinational or service-oriented organization.
- Strong expertise in corporate and commercial law, compliance and contract negotiation.
- In-depth knowledge of international trade regulations (EU, US, UN sanctions, export control, embargoes).
- Proven leadership, high ethical standards, excellent communication and influencing skills.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken; French is an advantage.
- Willingness to travel regularly within the WEA region.

Why choose Bureau Veritas?

By joining our teams, you will participate in varied, enriching, and stimulating international projects. We support our teams throughout their careers with technical training and continuous professional development.

Convinced that diversity is a strength, we are committed to providing an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can thrive. We promote gender equality and support the professional integration of people with disabilities.

Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Join us to shape a safer, more efficient and more sustainable maritime world!