Role Purpose The Pan-European Compliance Lead plays a pan-European role in managing workplace conduct and employee relations compliance matters across the region (BYD European Auto Sales Division).

While the position is located in Hungary, its scope covers multiple European markets, supporting both Western Europe and Central & Eastern Europe (CEE). The role combines hands-on case management with the progressive development of consistent, scalable compliance frameworks across Europe.

In the initial phase, the focus will be on direct ownership of complex compliance cases across different jurisdictions. Over time, the role will evolve into a key contributor in building a coherent Pan-European approach to workplace conduct, employee relations governance, and risk management.

This position works closely with HR, Legal, and business leaders across Europe, acting as a regional subject‐matter expert and ensuring that people‐related risks are managed in a compliant, practical, and business‐aligned way.

Key Responsibilities

- Hands‐on Management of Compliance Cases & Workplace Conduct

Lead and manage complex workplace conduct and employee relations cases across multiple European jurisdictions

Handle cases involving misconduct, disciplinary actions, internal investigations, and terminations

Partner closely with HR, Legal, and business stakeholders to ensure consistent and defensible outcomes

Maintain high‐quality documentation and ensure audit‐ready case management

- Employment Law Compliance & HR Risk Management

Ensure compliance across the full employee lifecycle, including hiring, employment changes, and termination

Provide practical, solution‐oriented guidance on employment law matters across multiple jurisdictions

Support compliance in key HR areas such as:

Compensation and benefits





Recruitment and hiring practices

Incentive and premio schemes

Employee‐related intellectual property and contractual terms

Ensure compliance with GDPR and employee data protection requirements

- Build & Standardize Compliance Frameworks

Support the design and implementation of Pan‐European workplace conduct and employee relations compliance frameworks

Translate case experience into clear guidance, playbooks, and minimum standards

Ensure frameworks are practical, scalable, and adaptable to local legal environments

Establish clear escalation models, roles, and governance mechanisms across markets

- Risk Identification & Preventative Controls

Identify emerging risks through case trends, stakeholder feedback, and operational insights

Highlight systemic issues or inconsistencies across countries

Build visibility on key compliance risks across Europe

Propose preventative and pragmatic measures to mitigate risks

- Stakeholder Advisory & Capability Building

Act as a trusted advisor to HR, management, and business leaders across Europe

Provide clear, actionable guidance on handling sensitive people matters

Support training sessions and workshops to strengthen compliance awareness

Enable local teams to manage issues effectively with appropriate escalation

- Governance & Continuous Improvement

Challenge existing practices and identify gaps in compliance and governance

Review policies, processes,



and case outcomes to drive continuous improvement

Support implementation of fit‐for‐purpose governance structures

Contribute to building a consistent workplace conduct culture across Europe

Experience & Qualifications

Essential

6–10 years of experience in compliance, employee relations, employment law, HR governance, or related fields

Strong hands‐on experience managing complex employee relations or compliance cases

Experience working in multi‐country European environments (Pan‐European or regional scope)

Good understanding of EU employment‐related frameworks and directives

Solid knowledge of Hungarian labor law; broader CEE exposure is an advantage

Ability to operate independently in fast‐paced and evolving environments

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Fluency in English

Preferred

Experience in fast‐growing, international, or matrix organizations

Exposure to sales‐driven or commercial organizations

Experience working with or alongside Asian or Chinese companies

Knowledge of additional European languages

What We Offer

Competitive compensation aligned with the Hungarian and regional market

Opportunity to shape compliance practices in a fast‐growing European organization

Exposure to multi‐country HR and leadership stakeholders

International, dynamic, and entrepreneurial team

Additional Information

This is a regional European role

Occasional travel within Europe is expected

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