Head of Compliance, Payments & E-money

Edenred PayTech; Whitehall; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Hybrid work options

Career progression

Job summary

Edenred PayTech is seeking a seasoned Head of Compliance to lead and strengthen our regulatory framework across the business from London or Swindon. You will ensure strict adherence to e-money regulations, PSD2 and safeguarding rules while partnering with Legal, Risk, Finance and Operations.

The role requires strategic leadership, deep regulatory knowledge, and the ability to drive compliance initiatives in a fast-paced paytech environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive compliance experience in financial services, preferably e-money/payments.
• Strong leadership and team-management experience in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with ability to translate regulation into practical actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and strengthen the compliance framework across the business.
• Ensure adherence to e-money regulations, PSD2, and safeguarding rules.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures for payments operations.
• Oversee compliance risk assessments, monitoring, and remediation activities.
• Provide regular compliance reporting to senior leadership and the Board.
• Collaborate with Legal, Risk, Finance and Operations to embed compliance in product development.
• Liaise with regulators and auditors regarding licensing and capital requirements.
• Deliver staff training on regulatory obligations and compliance risks.

Skills

Regulatory expertise

Leadership

E-money regulations

FCA guidance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business or Law

Master's degree or Compliance certification

Job description

Edenred PayTech is seeking a seasoned Head of Compliance to lead and strengthen our regulatory framework across the business from London or Swindon. You will ensure strict adherence to e-money regulations, PSD2 and safeguarding rules while partnering with Legal, Risk, Finance and Operations.

The role requires strategic leadership, deep regulatory knowledge, and the ability to drive compliance initiatives in a fast-paced paytech environment.