What is the role about?

The role will be an integral part of our Compliance team. Our team, currently consisting of two Compliance Officers and a Compliance Manager, is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance and ethical conduct across all aspects of our business operations. Will assist with the design, implementation and oversight of Bitvavo’s risk-based compliance programme, based on EU regulatory requirements. You will be part of a team responsible for the daily compliance activities contributing with your expertise in advising internal stakeholders on compliance matters and drafting/reviewing internal policies and procedures in line with regulatory requirements. You will be able to assess impact and draft clear and hands-on advice on upcoming regulatory change impact and implementation, taking into account the needs of the business.

How will you make an impact?

Ensure policies and procedures are reviewed and maintained in line with the Compliance programme
Monitor and analyse developments with regard to regulations in the compliance area (i.e MICAR, EMD II, DORA, AMLDs) and make regulatory impact assessment with clear business requirements
Participate in and contribute to business development projects, New Products and Activities (i.e PARP) and crypto assets admission in the exchange
Identify and address Compliance related risks including Regulatory, ML, TF or sanctions Bitvavo might be exposed to
Ensure adequate monitoring and control testing is conducted on internal processes for compliance related matters
Coordinate the yearly Enterprise Risk Assessment and the Systematic Integrity Risk Analysis (SIRA) alongside the Risk department
Manage the data protection framework of Bitvavo in collaboration with the external Data Protection Officer
Provide training across the organisation on ethics and integrity, compliance, financial crimes, related topics

How will you be successful?

5 years of experience in Compliance related business functions. Experience in a Regulated Exchange, EMI, CASP or Payment institution is a plus
Comprehensive knowledge of financial services regulations (i.e MIFID II or MICAR, or Electronic Money /Payment service directives)
Excellent report-writing and drafting policies capabilities
Skilled at executing multi-functional and cross-organisational assignments within Bitvavo Group that require in-depth compliance analysis
Ability to operate well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Detail-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to accuracy and integrity
Keen interest in digital currencies or related work experience

Bitvavo does not accept resumes from staffing, search, or recruitment firms without a signed agreement. If you send us a resume without such an agreement, we may contact the candidate directly without any obligation whatsoever and no fee of any kind will be paid should we hire the candidate.

Benefits

We care about our people. That's why we have a broad range of benefits to support them mentally, physically, and in their career growth. And an extra holiday for your birthday, just for fun.