Compliance Controls & Governance Senior Specialist

Aion Bank; Polska; Híbrido; PLN 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

VIP private medical care

Multisport card (50% covered)

Flexible work location

Descripción de la vacante

UniCredit in Poland is seeking a Compliance Controls & Governance Senior Specialist to join at a pivotal moment. The role leads second-line controls across branches, ensuring compliance with AFC regulations, and supporting risk assessments and policy governance. Fluency in English is essential, with Polish/French/German/Spanish as advantageous.

The position offers flexible contracting and a modern, digital banking environment with opportunities for growth and cross-country collaboration.

Formación

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Anti-Financial Crime, Compliance, Audit, or Risk Management within financial/banking.
• Strong understanding of AML/CTF and Sanctions.
• Experience with control testing, QA reviews, or compliance monitoring.
• Analytical mindset with ability to summarize findings for senior management.

Responsabilidades

• Execute second-level controls testing across multiple branches and jurisdictions.
• Identify control deficiencies and remediation actions.
• Monitor remediation plans and ensure timely risk mitigation.
• Report testing results and findings to Group and Local functions.
• Prepare MI dashboards and risk metrics for committees and senior management.
• Support risk assessments and calibration of annual control testing plans.
• Liaise with Data and IT teams for data extraction and testing methodologies.
• Improve governance processes, risk assessment methodologies, and reporting frameworks.
• Use data insights to identify trends and weaknesses and recommend improvements.
• Cascade Group policies and standards to local Compliance teams across jurisdictions.

Conocimientos

AML/CTF

Sanctions

Control testing

Data analytics

Governance

English language

Descripción del empleo

UniCredit in Poland belongs to one of the largest financial groups in Europe, serving over 20 million Clients, including one million businesses. We are building a new banking model that combines the speed and appeal of a fintech with the strength and stability of a universal bank. We draw on 150 years of experience and the unique expertise of our teams, acting as the Group's pan-European innovation hub. We are creating ultra-fast and transparent banking with an all-in-one application and new opportunities for all Clients - individual, business, and corporate. We provide full omnichannel service thanks to a network of flagship branches in key Polish cities and our Support Center. Our greatest value is our People - a Team of creative experts who thrive in a dynamic and innovative environment. We focus on collaboration, engagement, and achieving ambitious goals.

We are looking for a Compliance Controls & Governance Senior Specialist to join us at this pivotal moment, share our vision, and help shape the future of European banking.

Role Purpose Compliance Controls & Governance Senior Specialist is responsible for executing, monitoring, and enhancing second-line controls across the Four branches. Controls will be mainly focused on Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) and Sanction topics. The role ensures that activities across branch locations comply with applicable regulations, internal control frameworks, and Group compliance policies. The candidate will be responsible for Risk Assessment activities, management reporting, and the cascading of Group policies and procedures to local Compliance Officers. The role requires a broad cross-country perspective, including oversight of key activities, remediation plans, and emerging issues to ensure a consolidated view of Compliance/AFC risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Second-Line Control Execution & Monitoring Execute, tailor, and formalize Second Level controls testing across multiple branches and jurisdictions.
• Identify control deficiencies, gaps, and emerging compliance risks, drafting clear findings and recommending appropriate remediation actions.
• Monitor and validate remediation plans to ensure timely and effective risk mitigation.
• Report control testing results and key findings to both Group and Local functions.
• Reporting, Data & Governance Prepare regular Management Information (MI), dashboards, risk metrics, and reports for local and Group Compliance Committees, the Head of Controls, and senior management.
• Support the execution of Risk Assessments and the calibration of annual control testing plans across branch entities.
• Act as the primary liaison with Data and IT teams regarding data extractions, reporting requirements, data quality, and control-testing methodologies.
• Drive continuous improvements in governance processes, risk assessment methodologies, management reporting, and control frameworks.
• Leverage data and analytical insights to identify trends, emerging risks, control weaknesses, and opportunities for enhancement.
• Governance & Policy Management Cascade Group policies, procedures, standards, and regulatory updates to local Compliance teams, supporting their implementation and ensuring ongoing compliance.
• Coordinate with local Compliance Officers and Group stakeholders to ensure consistent application of Compliance and AFC requirements across all jurisdictions.

Must-Have qualifications for this role are:

• Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in Anti-Financial Crime, Compliance, Audit, or Risk Management within the financial/banking sector.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Strong understanding of AML/CTF, Sanctions.
• Control Testing Skills: Proven track record in executing control testing, quality assurance reviews, or compliance monitoring methodologies.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong data-handling and analytical capabilities, with the ability to identify anomalies, evaluate control effectiveness, and summarize findings clearly for senior management.
• While advanced technical skills are not required, a risk-based mindset and the ability to translate data into meaningful risk insights are essential.

Languages : Fluency in English is essential . Knowledge of Polish, French, German or Spanish is considered a strong advantage.

You will get an opportunity to work in an innovative, digital bank applying state of the art approaches and technologies.

Unless limited by banking regulations we offer a flexible form of contract . You will be provided an Individual Development Budget , dedicated to enhancing your professional skills. If your role permits, we also offer flexible work location : home/office - according to your preference. You and your closest family will be covered with VIP-level private medical care which includes dental treatment and a hospitalisation package . We care for our colleagues' well being, therefore we cover psychological consultations if you ever feel you need such support. We co-sponsor your Multisport card and cover 50% of its cost.

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