Job Description

Mainz, Germany | full time | Job ID: 11635

About the Role

As the Global Head of Investigations, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding BioNTech’s integrity and ethical standards. This senior leadership position is critical to ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of transparency. By leading our global speak-up and investigation processes, you will directly contribute to maintaining trust across all levels of the organization. Working closely with key stakeholders such as Legal, HR, and Security, you will manage sensitive investigations with professionalism and discretion while empowering your team to deliver excellence.

You will be part of a dynamic environment where your expertise in legal assessments, internal investigations, and disciplinary recommendations will shape our compliance framework. Reporting to the Global Head of Compliance, your work will influence decisions that align with our mission to revolutionize medicine and improve global health.

Your Contribution:

• Lead BioNTech’s global speak-up and investigation process with integrity and precision
• Conduct internal investigations worldwide, including legal assessments and recommendations for disciplinary measures
• Manage and develop the internal investigations team, fostering a high-performing culture
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Legal, HR, Security) to ensure seamless communication and alignment
• Engage professionally with whistleblowers while analyzing business documents and conducting interviews
• Provide comprehensive reports on findings to the Global Head of Compliance

A Good Match:

• A legal degree with admission to the bar (German or other), coupled with over 10 years of professional experience (preferably in the healthcare sector)
• Expertise in criminal law, investigations, and interview techniques
• Strong analytical skills combined with a solution-oriented mindset
• Proactive working style with a high level of responsibility and independence; willingness to travel as needed
• Exceptional interpersonal skills marked by trustworthiness, diplomacy, and effective communication
• Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage

Your benefits:

BioNTech is committed to the wellbeing of our team members and offers a variety of benefits in support of our diverse employee base. We offer competitive remuneration packages which is determined by the specific role, location of employment and also the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Note: The availability, eligibility and design of the listed benefits may vary depending on the location. The final requirements for the individual use of our benefits are based on the company's internal policies and applicable law.

How to apply:

Apply now by sending us your application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copy of ID, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter as well as your contact details via our online form.

Please note:

Only applications sent via our online form shall be considered. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are considered for the position, BioNTech will conduct the background check through our service provider ‘HireRight’. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter.

We are looking forward receiving your application.