Description

Position Summary

This role is responsible for ensuring the organisation's adherence to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements. The incumbent will act as a trusted compliance advisor to business units, working closely with stakeholders to embed regulatory compliance into business activities while supporting overall organisational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Keep abreast of regulatory developments and changes that may impact the organisation, and proactively advise business units on implications and required actions
2. Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, rules, regulations, and internal policies, applying sound ethical judgment to business practices and conduct
3. Provide practical guidance to business units on regulatory requirements arising from day-to-day operations and emerging business initiatives
4. Partner closely with business units to identify, assess, and manage regulatory and compliance risks, including handling time‑critical incident reporting to regulators
5. Assess regulatory and compliance risks associated with business decisions, with due consideration given to the organisation's reputation and key stakeholders' interests
6. Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies, standards, frameworks, and procedures in line with regulatory expectations
7. Design, execute, and oversee compliance testing, continuous assurance activities, and reporting of compliance reviews
8. Conduct compliance training and awareness programmes to enhance understanding of regulatory obligations and internal policies
9. Manage regulatory inquiries, examinations, and information requests, and escalate significant compliance matters to senior management in a timely manner

Requirements

1. Degree holder in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline
2. Minimum of 7 years of compliance experience within a regulated financial or payments-related industry
3. Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail
4. Excellent problem‑solving abilities, with the capacity to prioritise and manage multiple workstreams concurrently
5. Proven team player with a strong track record of working effectively in collaborative environments
6. Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills
7. Demonstrated strength in documentation, policy drafting, and report writing
8. Self‑driven and able to operate independently with minimal supervision

EA: 25C2690 | R1221146