Compliance Operations Analyst

Mifinity; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in Belfast seeks a compliance specialist to enhance their compliance posture. The role involves collecting audit evidence, assisting in audits, and implementing strategic improvements based on operational findings. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in compliance or risk management, familiarity with regulatory frameworks, and strong analytical skills. This position supports a collaborative work environment and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with regulatory frameworks and audit processes.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect and catalogue audit evidence ensuring alignment with control requirements.
• Prepare audit packs and assist during audits, coordinating responses to auditor queries.
• Monitor regulatory changes and keep the Information Security Manager informed.

Skills

Regulatory Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Communication

Organisational Skills

Analytical Thinking

Education

Background in compliance, information security, or risk management

3+ years experience with regulatory frameworks and audit processes

Job description

About the role:

As a member of the Information Security Team, you will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our compliance posture across key regulatory frameworks. This collaborative role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate operational findings into strategic improvements. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance activities are executed effectively, audits are supported seamlessly, and insights from day-to-day operations feed into our long-term compliance strategy.

About MiFinity:

MiFinity is a dynamic, licensed, and regulated fintech leader offering cost-effective, end-to-end payment solutions for businesses, merchants, and consumers. With over 20 years of experience in online payments, we have built a highly secure technology platform and a growing global network of financial and banking partners. Our core service, the MiFinity eWallet, enables seamless money transfers worldwide through our extensive bank network and local payment options. As we continue to expand across multiple global verticals, we foster a collaborative, inclusive work environment while maintaining a start-up culture that values flexibility, autonomy, and innovation across all of our offices in Dublin, Malta, and Belfast.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and catalogue audit evidence (screenshots, reports, logs), ensuring alignment with control requirements.
• Prepare audit packs and assist during internal/external audits, coordinating responses to auditor queries.
• Identify recurring compliance issues and provide feedback for strategic improvements in policies and controls.
• Verify documented processes match operational practices and flag discrepancies for remediation.
• Participate in post-audit reviews and recommend enhancements for future compliance cycles.
• Generate periodic compliance status reports highlighting overdue tasks and gaps.
• Monitor regulatory changes (PCI DSS, GDPR, ISO 27001, DORA) and promptly inform the Information Security Manager.
• Maintain accurate logs of compliance activities and update control status in tracking systems.

Frameworks you should have some familiarity with:

GDPR, DORA, PCI DSS, ISO/IEC 27001, PSD2, CIS, EBA Guidelines.

Technical Skills & Experience:

• Regulatory Knowledge around the above frameworks
• Documentation & Reporting: Audit-ready documentation, evidence logs.
• Attention to Detail: Gap identification, control mapping accuracy.
• Technical Literacy: Basic IT/security understanding
• Communication: Clear written and verbal skills for auditors and internal teams.
• Organisational Skills: Time management, prioritisation.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to translate operational findings into strategic recommendations.

Qualifications

• Background in compliance, information security, or risk management.
• 3+ years of experience with regulatory frameworks and audit processes.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.

Soft Skills & Work Approach:

We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of compliance. If you’re passionate about governance, eager to learn, and driven to improve processes, we’d love to hear from you. You should thrive in a collaborative environment, communicate clearly, and bring a problem-solving mindset to every task.