Compliance Manager

Visa; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global payments technology company in London is seeking a Compliance Officer to support regulatory compliance activities. The role involves monitoring compliance controls, managing communications with authorities, and advising on regulatory changes. Ideal candidates will have regulatory compliance experience and a deep understanding of UK financial regulations. This position is hybrid with flexible days in the office.

Qualifications

• Experience in regulatory compliance, preferably in FCA-authorised payments institution.
• Deep knowledge of UK regulations like Payment Services Regulations and Money Laundering Regulations.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and risk management principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with compliance monitoring activities and remedial actions.
• Recommend adjustments to Compliance Monitoring Plan.
• Manage communications with FCA and other authorities.
• Support audits and regulatory requests.
• Monitor regulatory developments and implement requirements.

Skills

Experience in regulatory compliance

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Professional certifications (ICA Compliance diplomas)

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Company Description

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose - to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa.

Job Description

In this role you will be primarily responsible for assisting the MLRO & Compliance Officer with the ongoing implementation and monitoring of regulatory compliance controls associated with the regulatory compliance obligations of Tink Financial Services Limited (a Visa group company).

• Execute compliance monitoring activities, investigating potential control deficiencies and ensuring remedial actions are taken.
• Recommend suitable adjustments to improve and evolve the firm's Compliance Monitoring Plan and associated processes.
• Assist the MLRO & Compliance Officer with managing communications, notifications and reports to the FCA and other competent authorities.
• Support the Compliance leadership with audits and regulatory requests.
• Proactively monitor regulatory developments and assist with the implementation of new or evolving requirements.
• Lead training sessions and workshops to promote compliance awareness among staff.
• Develop, implement, and review compliance policies and procedures to ensure adherence to FCA requirements and other relevant legislation.
• Formulate management information and regular reporting.
• Advise the business on the impact of relevant regulations and the associated risks.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Qualifications

• Experience in regulatory compliance, preferably in an FCA-authorised payments institution or financial services sector.
• Deep knowledge of relevant UK regulations and guidance including, but not limited to, the Payment Services Regulations, Money Laundering Regulations, and the FCA Handbook (particularly PRIN, SYSC, SUP and DISP).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills - able to distil complex regulatory obligations into clear, practical requirements.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks and risk management principles.

Preferred but not essential:

• Professional certifications, such as ICA Compliance diplomas or certificates, are advantageous.
• Knowledge of Open Banking (AIS and PIS), including the regulatory and technical standards

Additional Information

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.