Global Legal & Compliance Project Manager

Be One Solutions is a global ERP partner specializing in worldwide blueprints, implementations, and support. Headquartered in Switzerland, we have a team of local experts across 30+ countries, helping businesses of all sizes elevate their ERP implementations to the next level.

At Be One Solutions, we believe in achieving new heights and celebrating success together. Our culture is built on care and collaboration, ensuring every team member thrives while contributing to our global impact.

About the role:

The Global Legal & Compliance Project Manager leads cross-functional legal, compliance, risk management, and certification initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time and aligned with business objectives. This role partners with global stakeholders to provide practical legal guidance, manage contracts, mitigate legal and operational risks, and implement effective governance frameworks. It oversees enterprise risk management activities, including leading the Risk Oversight Committee, maintaining risk documentation, and driving risk mitigation initiatives. The position also manages compliance programs, certifications (including SOC 2), supplier compliance, and internal and external audits to strengthen regulatory compliance and operational resilience. Success in this role requires strong project management, stakeholder coordination, and the ability to translate complex legal and regulatory requirements into practical business solutions.

In this role you will get to:

1. Project Management and Cross-Functional Coordination

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional legal, compliance, risk management, and certification projects globally.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, responsibilities, and dependencies.
• Develop and maintain project plans, action trackers, implementation roadmaps, and status reports.
• Coordinate activities among Legal, Finance, Information Security, HR, Procurement, Operations, and other relevant teams.
• Monitor project progress, identify delays and dependencies, escalate material issues, and support the timely completion of agreed actions.
• Organize and facilitate project meetings, document decisions, and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, including consultants, certification bodies, auditors, and service providers.
• Support the design, implementation, and documentation of business processes.

2. Legal Support

• Provide practical legal advice to internal stakeholders on day-to-day business matters.
• Support the review, drafting, and negotiation of contracts and other legal documents.
• Identify, assess, and help mitigate legal risks arising from the company’s operations and projects.
• Translate legal and regulatory requirements into clear and actionable recommendations for business teams.
• Support the development and implementation of internal legal policies, procedures, and controls.
• Assist with other legal matters and initiatives as required.

3. Compliance and Risk Management

• Coordinate the company’s compliance and risk management activities globally.
• Assume the responsibilities of the company’s Chief Risk Officer and lead the Risk Oversight Committee.
• Support the alignment of risk management activities with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Develop risk mitigation and remediation plans and supervise their implementation.
• Maintain the risk charter, risk management manual, risk register, and related documentation.
• Lead and provide operational and administrative support to the Risk Oversight Committee, including meeting coordination, preparation of materials, documentation of decisions, and action tracking.
• Coordinate SOC 2 certifications and other existing or future compliance initiatives and certifications.
• Monitor and improve processes and controls necessary to maintain compliance with applicable certification requirements.
• Establish, implement, and monitor the company’s supplier compliance program.
• Coordinate internal audits and external audits conducted by certification bodies or other external auditors.
• Advise internal stakeholders on applicable compliance, certification, and risk management requirements.

What we are looking for:

Experience and Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in project management, project coordination, or the management of complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Degree in law and at least two years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience in compliance, risk management, internal controls, audits, or certification projects.
• Experience with SOC 2 or similar certification frameworks is an advantage.
• Experience working in an international or multi-entity business environment is preferred.

Language Skills

• Fluent written and spoken English.

Personal Skills

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and workstreams across cross-functional teams.
• Strong legal analysis and practical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate legal, compliance, and risk requirements into clear implementation plans.
• Proactive approach and strong sense of ownership.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Business-oriented and results-driven mindset.
• Good understanding of business processes and internal controls.
• Strong process design, documentation, and reporting skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing tasks, monitor deadlines, and follow through on agreed actions.
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently.

What we offer in return:

• Work in a collaborative environment alongside a team of experienced professionals.
• Enjoy work-life integration.
• Participate in performance reviews that offer constructive feedback and align your personal goals with the company's growth.
• Being recognized for exceptional performance through structured appreciation initiatives and company-wide acknowledgments.