Senior Compliance Officer
Senior Compliance Officer - Fintech
A leading European fintech is seeking a highly experienced Senior Compliance Officer to play a key role in shaping and scaling its regulatory strategy across multiple jurisdictions. As the company continues its rapid growth, this role becomes critical in ensuring that expansion is both responsible and resilient.
This is more than a traditional compliance position. You'll be at the forefront of translating complex regulatory frameworks into practical, business-enabling solutions. Your work will directly impact how the company navigates evolving European regulations, supports thousands of businesses, and maintains trust with regulators and customers alike.
If you're passionate about embedding compliance into the core of product and operational design, and thrive in dynamic, high-growth environments, this is your chance to lead with influence and purpose.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and enhance core compliance frameworks (AML/CFT, sanctions, governance).
- Advise cross-functional teams (Legal, Risk, Product, Operations) on embedding compliance into operations.
- Translate regulatory changes (e.g., PSD2/3, AMLD6) into actionable business procedures.
- Conduct risk assessments and thematic reviews to proactively identify gaps.
- Mentor and support compliance team members.
- Oversee regulatory reporting, policy management, and training programs.
Ideal Profile
- 7+ years in compliance within regulated financial institutions (e.g., PSP, EMI, banks).
- Broad expertise in financial crime and regulatory advisory.
- Deep understanding of European payments regulations.
- Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
- Skilled in simplifying regulatory requirements into practical solutions.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
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