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What happens when your compliance function relies on one person?
Many organizations operate under the illusion of compliance security—until the compliance officer leaves, regulations change, or auditors need reports. For growing companies and regulated SMEs, not having a stable compliance function is a hidden liability. That's why we offer the Externalized Compliance Officer (ECO) service: expert compliance support without the overhead.
You'll Receive:
- Direct access to assigned compliance officer
- Ongoing regulatory monitoring and updates
- Board-ready compliance reporting
- Policy and procedure development as needed
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150+ European organizations served
Stepping Into the Compliance Officer Role
Unlike traditional advisory roles, our ECO service steps into the Compliance Officer function. We assume defined responsibilities either on a part-time ongoing basis, as an interim solution during hiring or transition, or as a long-term external partner for smaller organizations.
Formal Accountability Structure
We step into the Compliance Officer role with defined responsibilities through formal delegation or a service agreement. You have clear accountability—no more 'someone should probably handle this' moments.
- Formal delegation or service agreement
- Defined responsibilities and scope
- Clear reporting structure
Direct Working Relationship
You work directly with an assigned compliance officer—not a help desk or junior staff. They monitor regulatory changes relevant to your business, advise on compliance decisions, and handle board reporting.
- Direct access to assigned compliance officer
- Regular regulatory monitoring
- Board reporting and strategic guidance
Avoid Internal Hire Challenges
No turnover risk, recruitment delays, or training time. We bring experienced compliance expertise that's ready to work. When compliance issues come up, you have someone who knows your situation and can respond.
- Experienced expertise from day one
- No recruitment or training delays
- Responsive support when needed
Choose Your Engagement Model
Part-time ongoing basis (fractional officer), interim solution during hiring or transition, or long-term external partner for smaller organizations. The arrangement is tailored to your needs.
- Part-time, interim, or long-term options
- Tailored engagement structure
- Flexible scaling as you grow
Typical Responsibilities Performed by the ECO:
| Function Area | Tasks Performed by your ECO |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Monitoring | Ongoing surveillance of applicable laws, updates, and emerging standards (e.g., GDPR, NIS2, CSRD, DORA). Tailored updates delivered to leadership. |
| Compliance Risk Assessment | Identify and reassess regulatory risks. Maintain the compliance risk register. Participate in enterprise risk mapping. |
| Policy & Control Framework | Draft, review, and update compliance policies, codes of conduct, control plans, and SOPs. Ensure alignment with standards. |
| Training & Awareness | Design and deliver compliance training plans, awareness sessions, and onboarding content. |
| Incident & Breach Management | Define and manage compliance-related incident reporting procedures. Lead investigations and ensure timely reporting to authorities. |
| Audit & Certification Support | Prepare compliance documentation, manage audit cycles (internal/external), and support certification or client audits. |
| Reporting to Management & Board | Deliver regular reports to executives and board-level committees. Create compliance dashboards and KPIs. |
| Liaison with Regulators | Act as official point of contact (if mandated) with supervisory bodies. Prepare regulatory filings and responses. |
| Third-Party Compliance | Oversee supplier compliance, due diligence, and contractual regulatory clauses. |
| Strategic Compliance Planning | Advise on compliance roadmaps, integration with ESG, risk, and governance programs. |
Integration with GRC or compliance automation platforms
Support for whistleblower channel setup and monitoring
Support for Data Protection Officer (DPO) function (if required)
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Meet Your Compliance Experts
Swiss-trained professionals with decades of combined experience in regulatory compliance, risk management, and strategic advisory
Henri HAENNI
Expert in Business Continuity, Risk Management and Information Security Governance
ISO 27001 Lead Implementer & Auditor • ISO 37301 Lead Implementer • ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager • Sorbonne University Paris 1 Lecturer
Alexis HIRSCHHORN
Expert in Information and Cyber Security, Cloud Security, Risk Management and Governance
ISO 27001 Lead Auditor • CISSP® Certified • ISO 42001 Lead Implementer • PECB MS Certifying Auditor
Laura Menétrey
Data Protection & Information Security Legal Expert
LLM in Data Protection Law • Certified GDPR Practitioner • Information Security Laws (NIS2, DORA) • Privacy Law Specialist
Jean MUNYARUGERERO
Information Security & Business Continuity Trainer
ISO 27001 Lead Implementer • CISM® Exam Bootcamp • ISO 27005 Risk Manager • NIST Cybersecurity Professional
Trusted by Leading Organizations
Real results from real clients who transformed their compliance operations
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about this service
A consultant advises. An ECO acts. We do not just recommend policies or audit your compliance—we step into the Compliance Officer role with defined accountability. We monitor regulations, report to your board, liaise with regulators, and manage compliance operations as if we were your internal CCO—but without the overhead or continuity risk.
It depends on your needs. Fractional engagements typically range from 1-3 days per week. Interim roles can be near full-time during transitions. We are flexible and scale to match your regulatory complexity, organizational size, and compliance maturity. You get senior expertise without paying for idle capacity.
Yes, if formally delegated. In many jurisdictions, regulators accept externalized or fractional compliance officers, especially for SMEs and growing firms. We handle regulatory correspondence, attend supervisory meetings, and submit filings on your behalf—always with clear authority and documentation.
We operate under strict confidentiality agreements and professional ethics standards. Our engagement model includes conflict-of-interest assessments and Chinese walls if serving multiple clients in related sectors. Your compliance data, risks, and strategies remain confidential and protected.
Perfect. The ECO model is designed to be flexible. As your organization matures, we can transition from fractional to interim support, help you recruit a permanent CCO, and support the handover. We are here to support your growth, not lock you into dependency.
Absolutely. Our ECOs have deep experience across financial services (banking, insurance, investment firms), healthcare (GDPR, medical devices), and critical sectors (energy, telecom). We understand sector-specific regulations like FINMA, DORA, NIS2, EU MDR, and more.
Typically within 2-4 weeks. We conduct a rapid compliance needs assessment, draft the service agreement, and begin knowledge transfer. For urgent situations (e.g., sudden CCO departure, regulatory deadline, audit finding), we can mobilize within days with interim support.
Even better. The ECO does not replace everything—we integrate with your existing policies, governance committees, and compliance activities. We fill gaps, coordinate fragmented efforts, and bring professional leadership to what you have already built. Think of us as the missing piece that makes it all work.
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