About ENTSO-E

ENTSO-E is the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity. We coordinate the cross-border system operations, system development and electricity market activities of the 40 electricity transmission system operators (TSOs) which cover 36 countries. The ENTSO-E Secretariat in Brussels provides support on technical, market and policy developments for all European TSOs in their cooperation with each other, in their joint fulfilment of their legal mandates, and in the intensive interactions with EU decision-makers, regulatory agencies, associations representing network users and other stakeholders.

We are a dynamic European association working on important and exciting projects of the electricity sector with the commitment to support the efforts towards a carbon-neutral power system. At ENTSO-E, you will contribute to building the world’s largest integrated electricity market – impacting not only those in the energy sector but also Europe’s overall economy, today and in the future!

Job description

As Compliance and Governance Specialist, you will be part of the General Counsel Office, contributing to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of ENTSO-E’s compliance and governance framework. In this role, you will support the organisation in meeting its legal obligations, strengthening ethical behaviour, and ensuring that governance rules, compliance standards, and policies are effectively applied across all business sections. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will help foster a culture of integrity and responsible conduct while supporting the delivery of ENTSO-E’s legal mandates.

You will work in the ENTSO-E Secretariat in Brussels, in the General Counsel Office, reporting to the General Counsel. Occasional travel may be required.

Your responsibilities

Your tasks will vary depending on project priorities and may include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement ENTSO-E’s compliance framework, including standards, methodologies, governance structures and the Compliance Register Tool.

• Embed compliance requirements in business operations, supporting Sections through change management and promoting a strong compliance culture.

• Lead compliance monitoring and reporting, using the Compliance Register Tool to track actions, assess risks, oversee legal and corporate matters, and recommend mitigation measures.

• Draft, update and harmonise compliance-related policies and processes, ensuring alignment with regulatory obligations and internal best practices.

• Advise on corporate governance, especially regarding approval processes of Association bodies, and support the management of voting tools.

• Deliver compliance and corporate governance training, awareness sessions and communication campaigns for staff and Association bodies.

• Oversee the Code of Conduct and ethics framework, ensuring periodic updates, applicability and awareness across the organisation.

• Provide reports and ad-hoc support to the General Counsel, including compliance analyses, investigations, incident follow-up and input to committees.

• Contribute to cross-functional projects requiring compliance or governance expertise and engage with internal/external stakeholders when relevant.

Your profile

We are looking for a motivated professional with the following skills and qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Law, Compliance, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 5–8 years of professional experience, ideally in compliance, governance, legal or risk management functions.

• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, corporate governance, ethics, and policy development.

• Excellent PC skills (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, SharePoint).

• Excellent command of English (written and oral).

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple deadlines.

• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.

• Motivation to work in a multinational and multicultural environment.

Our offer

At ENTSO-E, we put people at the centre of our mission. Joining us means:

• Multicultural environment: Work with colleagues from over 30 nationalities in a diverse, inclusive and supportive team.

• Work–life balance: Benefit from our hybrid working model (2 days/week in the Brussels office and remote work).

• Continuous learning & development: Access training, workshops and professional growth opportunities tailored to your career path.

• Competitive compensation & benefits: Market-aligned salary, comprehensive health insurance for you and your family (including hospitalization), travel insurance, pension scheme, meal and eco vouchers, annual bonus schemes, and a flexible benefits plan.

Interested?

Apply no later than 25 January 2026, by submitting your CV and motivational letter in English via the ENTSO-E career site. We will review applications on a rolling basis; however, due to the holiday period, most interviews and next steps in the process will take place in January. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. 

ENTSO-E is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity and inclusion are valued.