Burckhardt Compression is developing a modern, globally integrated Legal & Compliance organization to support its growing international business.To strengthen our global team, we are looking for an experienced "Legal Counsel"(Regulatory & Commercial)to join our office in Milan, Italy.This is a key role within the Legal & Compliance function, with significant global exposure.You will work closely with the General Counsel, the Data Protection Officer, Sustainability/ESG teams, Group Procurement, global Sales, and colleagues across our markets, in particular in European, Asian, and American locations.Location: Burckhardt Compression (Italia) S.r.l., Cologno Monzese (MI)Reporting to: General Counsel, Burckhardt Compression Holding AG, Winterthur, SwitzerlandYour ResponsibilitiesRegulatory & Compliance Focus (60–75%)You will take a leading role in global regulatory matters, including:
Regulatory monitoring and implementation: tracking legal developments in key jurisdictions and translating them into pragmatic guidance for the business;Sanctions compliance: advising on jurisdiction‐specific sanctions regulation, third‐party screenings, restricted‐party questions, and escalation processes;Sustainability & ESG regulations: supporting the Group's work on supply‐chain due diligence, reporting obligations, supply‐chain transparency, and human‐rights topics;Data protection (GDPR and non‐EU frameworks): supporting the Group DPO with privacy governance, DPIAs, data‐processing agreements, and international data transfer topics;Training & awareness: designing and delivering training on regulatory topics.
Commercial & Corporate Work (25–40%)You will support the business with:
Reviewing, drafting and negotiating international commercial contracts (T&Cs, supply and service agreements, cooperation agreements, etc.);Providing concise, practical legal advice to the business worldwide;Supporting global projects and selected corporate matters;Supporting external counsel management and, where required, litigation coordination;Supporting internal audits and risk assessments;Engage in selected cross‐border corporate matters (e.g., restructuring initiatives, M&A‐related support);You will collaborate closely with our existing Milan Legal Counsel (commercial focus) while bringing complementary regulatory depth to the team.
Your Profile
Legal degree (Bachelor or Master of Laws); no bar qualification required;7–10+ years of experience as in‐house counsel or in private practice in an industrial, energy, engineering, or infrastructure environment;Strong experience in regulatory areas: data protection, trade/sanctions compliance, ESG/sustainability, or similar fields;Solid experience in reviewing and negotiating international commercial contracts;Ability to translate complex regulations into clear, practical, business‐oriented guidance;Experience working in multinational settings and across jurisdictions;Strong ethics, integrity, and sound judgment;Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders;High curiosity, adaptability, and willingness to grow into new legal fields as regulations evolve;Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage;Willingness to travel occasionally.
Your Personality
Collaborative, open‐minded team player within a global legal community;Able to balance independence with teamwork across cultures and time zones;Curious, proactive, and comfortable navigating dynamic regulatory environments;Pragmatic mindset with the ability to prioritize and deliver under time pressure.
We Offer
A strong, modern, international Legal & Compliance team with excellent spirit and support;Structured onboarding and continuous learning opportunities;Significant exposure to global projects and evolving regulatory topics;Flexible and hybrid working conditions;Participation in training and professional development programs;Attractive employee benefits;A respectful, inclusive corporate culture with lived values and appreciation for diversity.
If you are looking for an impactful legal role in a global organization, combining regulatory depth with international commercial exposure, we look forward to receiving your application.Burckhardt Compression (Italia) S.r.l. | Location Cologno Monzese (MI)Burckhardt Compression creates leading compression solutions for a sustainable energy future and the long‐term success of its customers. The Group is the only global manufacturer that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Since 1844, its passionate, customer‐oriented and solution‐driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry.#J-18808-Ljbffr