Ethics & Compliance Manager – Public Safety & Security

About the role

Airbus Public Safety and Security is seeking an Ethics & Compliance Manager to join its team in Elancourt, France. You will act as a key expert within the Ethics and Compliance organization, managing compliance risks and safeguarding the company’s reputation while supporting sustainable growth.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee complex due‑diligence processes for suppliers, consultants, partners and lobbyists, identifying and mitigating legal and reputational risks.
• Analyze “red‑flags” related to sanctioned entities and ensure all interactions comply with international regulations and Airbus policies.
• Mitigate money‑laundering and terrorist‑financing risks through high‑level due‑diligence on customers and strategic partners.
• Contribute to internal Compliance Committees by preparing, presenting and defending complex compliance files.
• Monitor third‑party intermediary payments to ensure strict adherence to the Airbus Code of Conduct.
• Manage governance frameworks for Conflicts of Interest, Gifts & Hospitality, and Sponsorship requests.
• Provide expert legal support on procurement compliance and negotiate Ethics & Compliance clauses in complex contracts.
• Design and deliver training and awareness programmes to embed a strong compliance culture.

Required profile

• Degree in Business Administration, Law or a related field.
• Proven experience in Ethics, Compliance or Legal functions within a highly regulated or complex industrial environment.
• Strong command of Ethics & Compliance principles, risk‑assessment methodologies and project‑management practices.
• High degree of autonomy, ethical judgment and ability to act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and diplomatic communication skills.
• Fluency in English (mandatory); French or German is a significant advantage.
• Security clearance or eligibility for clearance by recognized authorities.
• Willingness to travel regularly between Elancourt (France) and Ottobrunn (Germany).

Required skills

• Risk assessment methodologies
• Due‑diligence processes

What we offer

• Attractive salary with success and profit‑sharing schemes, employee savings plan and voluntary stock purchase plan.
• Extra days‑off for special occasions, holiday transfer options and a staff council offering social, cultural and sport activities.
• Comprehensive health coverage, on‑site health services, gym access and car‑pooling applications.
• Unlimited access to over 10,000 e‑learning courses, certifications, accelerated development programmes and international mobility opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance and innovative thinking.