Head of UK Compliance and Control

August 6

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Making money management effortless for every business in Europe.

Paysafecard • Mastercard • SEPA Credit Transfer • SOFORTbanking • SEPA Direct Debit

501 - 1000

💰 Series C on 2021-06

Description

• The Head of UK Compliance is responsible for the management of all compliance topics for Mollie UK whilst ensuring alignment with the second-line strategy of the wider Mollie Group • Mollie provides an opportunity for creating a risk aware entrepreneurial culture that empowers our business to make smart risk-based decisions whilst seeking out opportunities for growth and innovation • You will provide strategic oversight, design and implementation of Mollie UK’s second-line activities whilst also being actively involved in day-to-day compliance topics for a high growth market within the Mollie Group • This requires an individual with the flexibility to provide strategic thought leadership and direction whilst also being adept at providing pragmatic advice direct to Mollie’s business stakeholders

Requirements

• At least 7 years of relevant work experience within the financial services sector which should include mid to senior level roles in a second-line compliance function • Experience within a payment services provider, financial institution or consultancy firm is highly regarded • Broad and strong technical knowledge and understanding of the financial services industry and specifically, payments services and current issues impacting businesses in the sector (including relevant regulatory, compliance and risk requirements) • Knowledge of responsibilities as a Director of a UK company • Strong understanding of the requirements of a PSD Individual as authorised by the FCA (previous experience is a PSD Individual a plus) • Advanced degree in (preferably) law, comparable study or demonstrably a comparable level of knowledge and thinking. A certified compliance education is a strong plus • In-depth knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards for financial institutions operating in the UK and the European Union • The successful candidate will have a strong grasp of the Payment Services Regulations in the UK including strong affinity with the FCA Handbook and associated materials • Familiarity with AML / CFT monitoring tools and systems will be highly regarded • A proactive, agile, and analytical approach with a strong sense of structure and organisational skills • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence stakeholders at all levels • A positive and ambitious perspective, with an ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment • Excellent English oral and written communication skills (fluency in another European language is a plus)