We are looking for a Compliance & ESG Manager responsible for maintaining a comprehensive compliance framework covering, among others, anti-bribery and corruption (ABC), anti-money laundering (AML), antitrust/competition law, forced labor & human rights, and broader regulatory compliance. The role also leads the development and execution of the company’s Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) strategy and supports compliance with data protection regulations, including the GDPR.

With locations in the hearts of Copenhagen, Kolding, Aarhus and Aalborg, we offer you a flexible setup with the possibility to work from one of our locations or remotely from anywhere in Denmark. No relocation assistance is offered for this position.

What’s in it for you?

• A place in an agile growth SaaS business, with possibilities to grow internally in the company. We are moving quickly, so fasten your seat belt and prepare to adjust. Back in 2020 we were 150 employees at Trackunit and we have just passed 450 employees.

• International environment with regular check-ins and social events across teams, departments and borders.

• We take your personal and professional development goals seriously and we support them through training, coaching and mindfulness as well as with an open feedback culture to enable you to identify your strengths and opportunities. We do this by touching upon your impact on our triple focus: impacting yourself, impacting teams/relations and impacting the organisation/strategy.

• Flexibility and hybrid working is not just a cliché to us or something we state in a job posting. We do offer you a flexible setup and believe that you best can structure how your routines look like. And once you have chosen how you work best, let us know what you need: we got you covered with the IT equipment you need for your work.

• Turning the Tide. At Trackunit, we aim to create and contribute to an inclusive workplace. And this priority starts with our hiring - we do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status. We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit. Learn more about TIDE and other DE&I initiatives here. 

Who are you ideally?

• Degree in Law, Compliance, Business, ESG/Sustainability, or a related field.

• 3+ years experience in compliance, risk management, legal, ESG, or similar roles, preferably in a multinational or technology/SaaS environment.

• Solid understanding of ABC, AML, antitrust, human rights due diligence, and GDPR, better if you have Familiarity with ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 27001).

• Experience with ESG reporting frameworks or regulatory sustainability requirements (e.g., CSRD).

• Proven ability to develop and maintain compliance programs.

• Strong communication, training, and stakeholder-management skills.

• High integrity and sound judgment.

Don't meet every single requirement? No worries - this is what we're looking for ideally, but if you're particularly drawn to this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply.

Primary responsibilities:

1. Compliance Program Management

• Develop, and maintain the company’s global compliance program, covering among others:

  • ABC (Anti-Bribery & Corruption)

  • AML (Anti-Money Laundering)

  • Antitrust & Competition Law

  • Forced Labor, Human Rights, Supply Chain Due Diligence

  • Sanctions & Export Controls

• Monitor relevant regulatory developments and update policies, guidelines, and procedures accordingly.

• Conduct regular risk assessments and implement mitigation plans.

• Serve as the internal subject matter expert across compliance areas.

2. Training, Awareness & Culture Building

• Develop and deliver training programs.

• Promote a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability throughout the organization.

• Prepare and distribute compliance communications and updates.

3. Investigations, Monitoring & Reporting

• Conduct or support internal investigations into potential compliance concerns.

• Implement monitoring and controls to detect and prevent misconduct.

• Manage reporting mechanisms (e.g., whistleblowing channels) and ensure issues are appropriately escalated.

4. Third-Party & Supply Chain Compliance

• Oversee due diligence processes for partners, suppliers, distributors, and contractors.

• Implement controls to address modern slavery, forced labor, and ESG risk in the supply chain.

5. ESG Strategy & Reporting

• Execute the company’s ESG roadmap, including environmental footprint, social impact, and governance initiatives.

• Lead or support ESG reporting in alignment with relevant frameworks (e.g., CSRD, GRI, SBTi).

• Coordinate cross-departmental ESG initiatives and track performance metrics.

• Support sustainability-related customer and investor requests.

6. GDPR & Data Protection Compliance

• Support the Data Protection Officer (DPO).

• Conduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) where necessary.

• Advise internal stakeholders on lawful data processing, cross-border transfers, and security measures.

7. Governance & Policy Development

• Draft and maintain compliance and ESG-related policies, codes of conduct, and procedures.

• Establish governance frameworks for compliance escalation and decision-making.

• Support board-level audits and compliance committees as required.

Our hiring process

Don't waste your time on writing the best possible cover letter for the job. We want you to create an impact that matters, and that's not in the cover letter. 

• Initial phone conversation with a colleague from our People & Talent team to get to know each other a bit better.

• Virtual meet and greet. Meet with Thomas Christiansen, Vice President General Counsel

• Personality-based interview. You will be asked to fill out an online personality assessment using use Hogan prior to the interview. Our Hogan assessment enables us to understand your abilities and how you align with our team culture. Instead of seeking 'appropriate' responses, the priority is to develop a meaningful exchange that illustrates your synergy with the Trackunit team.

• Assignment-specific interview. We want you to get an insight into some of the concrete work tasks or projects related to the role. You will be given a case to prepare prior to the interview, and at the interview, you will present the case to relevant colleagues from across Trackunit, who you’ll also work closely with in the job.

• If needed, throughout the process we will obtain references from former employers and do background checks for level specific, if you have not provided these yourself.

• Offer presentation and walk-through. We’re lucky to have you!

Coming Together To Connect Construction 

We’re committed to construction - one of the largest industries in the world. Over the past two decades, Trackunit has been pioneering technological progress within construction. Today, we are not only a leading IoT provider but a thought leader, supporting and shaping the agenda for an entire industry on a global scale.

We believe in taking a people approach in everything we do. Being human-centric is not restricted to our products – it’s a way of life at Trackunit. We’re proud to be a truly global team. Our colleagues get together in hubs spread across the globe, but we embrace the idea of working remotely and in environments that inspire you. Everything we do, we do it to eliminate downtime and build the most useful industry for the world.

The question is: Are you in?