Compliance Analyst

Department: Legal & Compliance

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: Bucharest

Reporting To: Clair Reading

Description

RecoTek is Reconomy’s new centralized technology hub located in Bucharest, Romania, officially launched in February 2024. Serving as the backbone of Reconomy’s tech operations, it consolidates inhouse expertise across all Reconomy brands to accelerate platform development and enhance service delivery.

Reconomy is an international circular economy specialist that combines technology, skills and incredible people to enable businesses to better manage their resources, helping reduce waste, optimise their supply chains, and contribute in a meaningful way toward the circular economy

Reconomy is bending the edges of linear business models across the world, integrating circular economy strategies and processes into everyday operations. We have the tools, talent and technology that enable customers to harness the full and inherent value of their resources, with integrated global operations in over 80 countries across the world.

Reconomy’s full range of capabilities are organized into 3 ‘loops’: Recycle, Comply and Re-use, each providing opportunities for circularity within the wider resource cycle.

Recycle loop is utilising the latest technology and data to enable customers to make the best possible use of their materials.
Comply loop is enabling customers to solve increasingly complex environmental regulatory challenges using data, expert knowledge and thought leadership to drive business accountability across the globe.
Re-use loop is providing intelligent technology platforms and agile delivery models for pre-retail logistics and product returns, fulfilment and processing, on behalf of many of Europe’s largest retailers.

About the role

About the Role – Compliance Analyst (2-Year Fixed-Term Contract)

We are looking for a Mid-Level Compliance Analyst to join our Central Legal & Compliance function. This is a 2-year fixed-term contract, offering the opportunity to work in a truly international environment and contribute to strengthening compliance frameworks across the Reconomy Group.

You will support the Group Compliance Officer in ensuring that the organization operates in line with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies across multiple jurisdictions. The role focuses strongly on data protection (GDPR), compliance frameworks, risk management, and ethical governance.

You will act as a trusted advisor across the business—helping identify, assess, and mitigate compliance risks while promoting a strong culture of integrity and accountability.

What we need from you

What You’ll Do

Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Group Compliance Framework
Provide guidance on regulatory compliance topics, especially data protection (GDPR)
Act as first point of contact for data protection-related queries across the group
Support Records of Processing Activities (RoPA) and Data Subject Access Requests
Conduct data protection impact assessments and review data protection agreements
Assist in supplier compliance assessments in collaboration with Procurement and Information Security
Investigate and report compliance incidents (e.g., data breaches), including root cause analysis
Support regulatory reporting, audits, and inspections
Promote awareness of compliance topics, including anti-bribery & corruption
Produce regular compliance reports for senior management
Support onboarding of new acquisitions into group compliance programmes

What We’re Looking For

Minimum 4–6 years of experience in a compliance-related role
Strong knowledge of Data Protection regulations (GDPR essential)
Good understanding of broader compliance areas (e.g., anti-bribery & corruption – desirable)
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Ability to translate complex legislation into practical business guidance
Experience working with international stakeholders
Confident communicator across different seniority levels
Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Top 3 Must-Have

Strong practical knowledge of GDPR and data protection compliance
Experience implementing and maintaining compliance frameworks
Ability to investigate incidents and provide clear, risk-based recommendations

What we offer

This role offers you the chance to work in a friendly, diverse and international environment, along with colleagues who will share your passion for innovation, agile-working and growth. You will also be able to develop your skills within the exciting and challenging market of Reverse Logistics!
Hybrid working environment
Training and development to keep you in touch with the latest technologies and the opportunities to apply your learning.
We offer a competitive salary alongside other benefits*
Our office is easily accessible located near the city center of Bucharest, and designed to make you feel at home
21 working days of annual leave, plus 2 additional days allowed for participation in volunteering programs, and 1 extra day off for your birthday
Meal vouchers: 40 RON per working day (taxed according to current legislation)
Private medical subscription at Regina Maria.

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