Global head of regulatory (F / M)

Worldline helps businesses of all shapes and sizes to accelerate their growth journey - quickly, simply, and securely. We are the innovators at the heart of the payments technology industry, shaping how the world pays and gets paid. Our technology powers the growth of millions of businesses across 5 continents. And just as we help our customers accelerate their business, we are committed to helping our people accelerate their careers. Together, we shape the evolution.

The Opportunity

You will be part of the Group compliance team reporting to the Group chief compliance officer.

As head of Regulatory Compliance Executive within the Group compliance team you will be part of a team responsible for ensuring adherence to diverse regulatory authorities. You will play a key role in ensuring Worldline comply with various global regulatory bodies, with a particular focus on payment services regulation.

In a dynamic environment with growing regulatory challenges and product and process innovations, you will be an essential part of the compliance team, identifying relevant regulatory changes in time and initiating necessary measures to accommodate them. (Note: While this role operates within the compliance department, your responsibilities do not encompass anti-money laundering (AML)-related tasks.)

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Stay up-to-date with global regulatory requirements, understand them across jurisdictions in relation to the conduct of our business, and prepare assessment reports on changes in the legal and regulatory environment.

1. Review existing policies and procedures and align them with regulatory requirements and the company's priorities.
2. Assess the adequacy and robustness of our systems, controls, and ongoing practices.
3. Help prepare and submit regulatory returns mainly related to governance, and collect the relevant information for internal and external regulatory audits.
4. Engage in the preparation of licence applications.
5. Maintain the database of regulatory publications and provide summary information to the relevant team.
6. Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and ensure documentation integrity.
7. Carry out general administrative duties and handle any additional tasks and responsibilities related to the role as needed.
8. Contribute to strategic programs such as DORA, CESO and the upcoming PSD3.

Who Are We Looking For

We look for big thinkers. People who can drive positive change, step up and show what’s next – people with passion, can-do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. In practice this means:

1. 8 years of experience in regulatory compliance, audit, or risk function.
2. Undergraduate degree in legal, compliance, or related fields.
3. Knowledge of payment services regulations.
4. Strong interpersonal skills and the capability to work with all levels of personnel with a high degree of integrity and maturity.
5. Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
6. Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.
7. Experience in European regulatory compliance projects.

At Worldline you’ll get the chance to be at the heart of the global payments technology industry and shape how the world pays and gets paid. On top of that, you will also:

1. Be part of a company guided by a strong purpose to do good and recognized as top 1% of the most sustainable companies in all sectors worldwide.
2. Work with inspiring colleagues and be empowered to learn, grow and accelerate your career.
3. 32 days paid vacation and 13th month convertible into vacation time.
4. 50% reimbursement of public transport costs.
5. Very active works council (evenings, trips, cultural and leisure subsidies, etc.).
6. Participation in sporting events (Corporate Games, races, etc.).
7. Teleworking agreement.
8. Subsidized company restaurant.
9. Health and provident insurance.