Your responsibilities
- Take ownership of the Compliance and AML functions for all entities, ensuring adherence to local regulations as well as internal policies and procedures reporting to the Group Compliance&AML Function.
- Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory changes affecting the company's operations in the region and provide timely opinions and recommendations.
- Act as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), overseeing supervision, management, regulatory reporting, and providing ongoing support for business lines in the AML/CFT process.
- Act as referent point for the Group Data Protection Officer for personal data protection topics concerning the entities in entities in Poland, Czech Republic, and Slovakia.
- Conduct internal controls to assess non-compliance risks with local regulations, Group regulations and internal procedures, and indicate corrective measures as necessary reporting to the Group Compliance&AML Function.
- Draft formal opinions on new products, processes, and internal procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Represent the company before regulatory authorities, including KNF, NBP, UOKiK, GIIF, Financial Ombudsman, and UODO (for Compliance & AML topics).
- Act as the local Anti-Corruption Officer, providing guidance and receiving reports related to anti-corruption measures.
- Manage the customer complaints process effectively, ensuring timely resolution and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Maintain close cooperation with the Polish Bank Association (ZBP) and participate as a member of the AML working group.
- Lead and manage a team, including budget management, setting and approving annual activity plans, opinions, post-control plans, reports, vacation plans, etc.
Our requirements
- Minimum of 6-8 years of relevant experience in Compliance and AML functions within the banking or financial services industry.
- Master's degree in Law or a related field is required.
- In-depth knowledge of banking and financial regulations in Poland, (Czech Republic, and Slovakia, is a plus).
- Strong understanding of AML/CFT regulations and practices.
- Proven experience in managing compliance and AML programs, including regulatory reporting and internal controls.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with regulatory authorities, senior management, and external stakeholders.
- Leadership skills with experience in managing and motivating teams.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and provide practical solutions.
- Fluency in English and Polish. (Italian is a plus)
- Professional certifications in compliance or AML (e.g., CAMS, CFE) are desirable.
