Regulatory Compliance Expert

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Regulatory Compliance Expert to join our organization. You will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring the effective implementation of regulatory compliance initiatives, with a primary focus on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) obligations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of regulatory requirements, have excellent analytical and communication skills, and be able to work collaboratively across various departments.

• Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with AML/CTF obligations, including conducting regular reviews and assessments.
• Having to deal with the ACPR a good command of french would be a plus
• Prepare and submit annual AML/CTF reports to relevant authorities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Develop and update policies and procedures related to AML/CTF compliance, in line with regulatory guidelines and best practices.
• Design and implement a comprehensive training plan on AML/CTF, whistle-blowing, conflict of interest, and anti-bribery and corruption, ensuring all employees are educated on compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective dissemination of compliance policies and procedures throughout the organization.
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors, coordinating audit activities, responding to inquiries, and addressing findings or recommendations.
• Monitor regulatory changes, assessing their impact on the organization, and proactively implementing necessary updates to policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments to identify potential compliance gaps and develop strategies to mitigate risks.
• Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging regulatory requirements related to AML/CTF, and provide recommendations for process improvements or enhancements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of Compliance experience within banking, payments, EMI or acquiring institutions.
• Proven track record in regulatory compliance with strong focus on AML/CTF, ideally including leadership or coordination responsibilities.
• Solid expertise in AML/CTF regulations, guidelines, and industry best practices, plus a broad understanding of financial services regulation.
• Strong grasp of internal control frameworks and risk management principles.
• Demonstrated ability to draft and maintain policies, procedures, and compliance reports.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and French, comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-changing regulatory environment.
• Knowledge of Salesforce and compliance/financial crime tools (fraud, AML, analytics solutions) is a plus.

• HR Call
• 1st Interview with Head of Compliance
• 2nd interview with VP Compliance

We care about equal employment opportunities, so all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of their race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.