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Bunch

Regulatory and Compliance Counsel (f/m/d)

3w ago
EuropeSenior
Bunch

Regulatory and Compliance Counsel (f/m/d)

3w ago
EuropeSeniorgdprdoraamliso 27001soc2ai governanceregulatory compliancem&a filings

Lead risk, compliance, and regulation for the company focusing on EU and UK legal frameworks and IT security.

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end our strategy, posture, policies and compliance with critical EU and UK frameworks, including GDPR, DORA and AML regulations
  • Co-own (together with Engineering) our IT security initiatives, including ISO 27001 and future certifications (e.g. SOC2), as well our company IT sec governance
  • Help shape and drive our company’s strategy on AI governance and ensure compliance with the EU AI Act
  • Be the point person for EU and UK regulatory developments affecting bunch’s business model
  • Support with regulatory analyses for market entry / go-to-market
  • Be responsible for regulatory (e.g. change-of-control) filings in connection with the execution of our M&A strategy
  • Manage all compliance and IT aspects of our vendors and providers and procurement process
  • Ensure that we stay compliant with ongoing financial and fiscal regulatory obligations, such as AIFMD, FATCA/CRS and German Bundesbank filings and local authority registrations
  • Shape our company’s risk and risk management strategy, together with leadership
  • Work directly with the General Counsel in a small and agile legal team

Requirements

  • Completed studies in law (i.e., German Second State Exam, J.D., LL.B./LL.M. or equivalent qualification — but no German-law studies required)
  • At least 2-3 years of professional experience, with a broad focus on compliance, risk and regulatory matters, ideally gained in a regulated in-house environment
  • Experience with cross-border, multi-entity company groups and managing regulatory and compliance issues across borders
  • Affinity for IT security and the engineering aspects of security
  • Interest in taking on broader legal, operational and strategic workstreams within a start-up
  • Strong project management skills
  • Excellent written and spoken skills in English (C1+), along with solid German skills (B2+, but no native speakers required)
  • Be self-motivated, detail-oriented, organised, and comfortable with responsibility
  • Be excited about working in a fluid, innovative, fast-paced, and creative environment and about being a part of bunch's culture
  • If prior experience in or exposure to financial services or funds regulation, this is a plus, but not a prerequisite
  • Diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged

Conditions

  • Take part in a network of people passionate about investment and work closely with the most interesting players in private markets
  • Benefit from working with a diverse mix of talents, unrivalled energy, and team spirit within a culture of drive and ownership
  • Flexible hours and a hybrid office setup (3 days/week in office)
  • 4 remote calendar weeks/year
  • 28 days of vacation, 2 company days, plus local public holidays
  • A competitive compensation package
  • A great tech and work setup with everything you need

How to apply

  • People Team Interview (30 min) – Meet us & ensure mutual fit
  • Deep Dive Interview (45 min) – Collaboration, ownership, and culture
  • Case Study (90 min) – Technical skillset evaluation with the General Counsel
  • Final Stakeholder Interview (60 min) – Meet your important stakeholders

Other

  • bunch is building the backbone of private markets. We are enabling next-gen fund operations with one integrated system that combines secure data infrastructure, AI-powered workflows and expert fund services. If you value ownership, growth through real responsibility, and working with a thoughtful, ambitious team, this role might be for you.
  • We are seeking a Regulatory and Compliance Counsel (m/f/d) to join our growing legal team and lead all matters of risk, compliance and regulation for the bunch group. Reporting directly to our General Counsel, Jessica McBride, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our company's growth trajectory, ensuring we scale effectively and compliantly.
  • bunch is building the operating infrastructure for the next generation of private markets. We combine AI-powered automation with deep regulatory expertise to replace fragmented spreadsheets and manual processes with one integrated platform across the fund lifecycle, purpose-built for private markets heading toward $32 trillion in Assets Under Management.
  • We've 4x our ARR in 2025, crossed 150 fund managers and 12,000 LPs on the platform, and just closed our $35M Series B in May 2026. We're looking for ambitious people who want real ownership of hard problems, and who care about building infrastructure that actually matters to the people using it.
  • ____ At bunch, we're committed to an inclusive environment where diversity is valued and celebrated. We provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants.
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