Senior Compliance Officer

Vattenfall; Stockholms län; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Vattenfall in Solna is seeking a Compliance Specialist to enhance compliance frameworks with a focus on data-driven methodologies and automation. This permanent, full-time position requires a solid background in law, finance, or business administration, and strong analytical capabilities.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of relevant regulations, experience with GDPR in operational compliance, and the ability to work independently. Proficiency in Swedish and English is essential. Apply by July 16th, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience with relevant Regulations (MiFID, REMIT, MAR, EMIR).
• Hands-on experience with GDPR in operational compliance settings.
• Basic commodity/energy trading knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Improve compliance function’s frameworks and tools.
• Embed a compliant and risk-aware culture within BA Markets.
• Participate in general Compliance tasks.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Ability to work independently

Influencing and driving change

Fast learner

Effective communication in Swedish and English

Education

University degree in law, economics, finance, engineering, or business administration

Tools

Proficiency in an object-oriented programming language (e.g., Python)

Experience with trade surveillance systems (e.g., Nasdaq SMARTS)

Job description

Main tasks & responsibilities

• The main responsibility is further improving the compliance function’s frameworks and tools, with a focus on data‑driven methods, automation and digitalisation. This includes developing, enhancing and maintaining compliance frameworks, controls and processes.
• Together with the rest of the Compliance team, embed a compliant and risk‑aware culture within BA Markets. This involves playing an advisory role as well as performing controls of the business, thereby ensuring adherence to best practices, internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in general Compliance tasks, such as incident management, controls and reporting. Cooperation with other relevant teams such as trading and risk functions, but also contacts with authorities and industry associations may be required.

Mandatory requirements

• University degree in law, economics, finance, engineering, business administration or a comparable field
• Basic commodity/energy trading knowledge, e.g. understanding of markets, products and general business processes
• Experience with relevant Regulations (MiFID, REMIT, MAR, EMIR etc.) and good understanding of ESG topics
• Hands‑on experience with GDPR in operational compliance settings, including balancing regulatory requirements with data protection principles in KYC, investigations and monitoring activities
• Strong command of Swedish and English, both verbal and written
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks end‑to‑end
• Fast learner and early adopter of new business and technological developments
• Ability to challenge status quo in a constructive and pragmatic manner
• Effective ability to influence, drive change and resolve conflicts in a complex stakeholder environment

Nice to have

• Proficiency in an object‑oriented programming language (e.g. Python, C++), substantiated by completed projects or practical applications
• Working experience with algorithmic trading (e.g. trading, developing, monitoring, auditing or related oversight activities)
• Experience with trade surveillance systems such as Nasdaq SMARTS, SCILA or similar solutions

Location

Solna

Type of position

Permanent, full time

Application deadline

We welcome your application in English, no later than July 16th, 2026.

Equal Opportunities

At Vattenfall we are convinced that diversity contributes to build a more profitable and attractive company and we strive to be good role model regarding diversity. Vattenfall works actively for all employees to have the same opportunities and rights regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, transgender identity or expression, religion or other belief, disability or sexual orientation.

Security Screening

The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. For that reason, a pre‑employment screening will be part of your recruitment process. The screening is based on the role you will fulfill within Vattenfall. The screening will be performed by a third party, called DISA. In addition, a certificate of good conduct (i.e. criminal record certificate) is required for certain positions. Since Vattenfall is a part of the Swedish critical infrastructure, many of our services are security classed. If this position is security classed, the final candidates might be subjected to a security vetting process, according to Swedish legislation.