Hybrid Compliance Officer: Risk, Regulation & Governance

Aion Bank; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Individual Development Budget

Flexible work location

VIP-level private medical care

Psychological consultations

Multisport card

Job summary

UniCredit in Poland is building a new banking model combining fintech speed with the stability of a universal bank. As a Compliance Officer you will support 2LoD, conduct risk assessments, and ensure governance aligned with KNF/GIIF and EU directives.

You will embed a strong compliance culture, create reports for management, monitor KCIs/KPIs, and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization in Warsaw’s hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional experience in Compliance, Risk Management, Internal Audit, or Regulatory Oversight within a regulated financial institution
• Understanding of banking regulatory environment, products and processes
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and risk awareness
• Ability to manage priorities and work effectively under time pressure
• Professional certifications are a plus
• Fluency in Polish, English, both spoken and written
• Experience in international and/or digital banks
• Work Model & Location: Preference for candidates willing to work in a hybrid model in Warsaw (50/50 split between office and remote work) if needed

Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance risk assessments across business and support units to identify, evaluate, and mitigate regulatory risks
• Oversee the lifecycle of compliance policies, procedures, and guidelines, ensuring full alignment with Group standards and local regulatory requirements
• Prepare comprehensive compliance reports, dashboards, and management information (MI) for local executive management, relevant committees, and Group Compliance
• Monitor Key Compliance Indicators (KCIs/KPIs) and track metrics to evaluate the overall effectiveness of the compliance framework
• Support the operationalization and continuous improvement of governance frameworks
• Proactively monitor regulatory developments, market trends, and legal changes (e.g., EU directives, KNF/GIIF guidelines) and translate them into actionable business requirements
• Represent the Compliance function in cross-functional projects and working groups
• Maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with internal stakeholders to drive compliance awareness and governance integration across the organization
• Support the design, implementation, and coordination of the 2nd Line of Defense (2LoD) internal control framework
• Plan and perform independent compliance controls, testing, and assurance reviews to monitor adherence to internal policies and regulatory standards
• Identify, investigate, and elevate compliance breaches or control deficiencies in a timely manner
• Document control findings, issue actionable remediation recommendations, and track the resolution of identified gaps or audit findings

Skills

3–5 years exp

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical thinking

Time management

Certifications

Polish & English

International banks

Digital banking

Job description

UniCredit in Poland is building a new banking model combining fintech speed with the stability of a universal bank. As a Compliance Officer you will support 2LoD, conduct risk assessments, and ensure governance aligned with KNF/GIIF and EU directives.

You will embed a strong compliance culture, create reports for management, monitor KCIs/KPIs, and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization in Warsaw’s hybrid work setting.