Regulatory and Compliance Counsel (f/m/d)

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.

Your role

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

About you

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

Workplace & Benefits

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

Hiring process

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

About bunch

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.

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