Regulatory Compliance & MLR Officer

Regulatory Compliance & MLR Officer

Date posted 02 / 29 / Location Wolverhampton | United Kingdom Company Worldline

Regulatory Compliance & MLR Officer UK

Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

This is Worldline

We are the innovators at the heart of the payments technology industry, shaping how the world pays and gets paid. The solutions our people build today power the growth of millions of businesses tomorrow. From your local coffee shop to unicorns and international banks. From San Francisco to Auckland. We are in every corner of the world, in every part of commerce.

And just as we help our customers accelerate their business, we are committed to helping our people accelerate their careers. Together, we shape .

Worldline IT Services UK (Worldline UK&I) is looking to recruit a UK Head of Regulatory Compliance and Money Laundering Officer to oversee and strategically develop Worldline UK&I’s financial security compliance framework, including anti money laundering, counter terrorism financing and sanctions. This role is critical in ensuring that our company adheres to all regulatory and legal standards in the UK and maintains a robust compliance culture.

Worldline operates within a matrix organisation and in addition to your reporting line to the Chief Risk and Compliance Officer for Worldline UK&I you will report functionally into the Worldline Global Compliance function. We are in the process of obtaining a Credit Licence for Debt Administration and Debt Collection regulated activities in the UK and are looking for your expertise and initiative to ensure we are fulfilling all FCA requirements while supporting the growth of our business.

Joining Worldline UK &I as a Compliance Officer, you will be part of a globally diverse team, known for its expertise in regulatory compliance and financial crime prevention within the payment industry. You will work closely with the Chief Risk & Compliance Officer and collaborate with colleagues. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a team that values innovative solutions and knowledge sharing, and plays a pivotal role in upholding Worldline’s commitment to integrity and compliance.

• Lead the development, implementation, and oversee the company’s compliance program, ensuring alignment with UK regulations.
• Act as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer, responsible for overseeing all aspects of the AML framework, including monitoring, reporting, and training within Worldine UK&I.
• Provide expert advice on compliance matters to the Worldline UK&I senior management and the Board of Directors.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; advice on development and implementation of corrective action plans.
• Ensure effective compliance training programs for all employees.
• Liaise with regulators (i.e.FCA) and other external parties on compliance-related issues.
• Keep abreast of regulatory developments and advise on the impact of new laws on the business.
• Prepare and present regular reports on compliance and AML activities to senior management and regulatory bodies.

We look for big thinkers. People who can drive positive change, step up and show what’s next – people with passion, can‑do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. In practice this means :

• You can offer valuable insights and expertise gained from your experience in Compliance roles.
• You've got knowledge of applicable regulations and FCA guidelines (e.g., Consumer Credit Source book, Electronic Money, AML / CFT compliance requirements, Data Protection).
• Ability to analyse complex situations with precision and detail, complemented by strong communication and organisational capabilities.
• Motivation and passion for achieving results, initiating action, and thriving in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent educational foundation, holding Degree in Law, finance, Business or a related field, providing a strong basis for understanding and addressing compliance issues, or equivalent experience and relevant professional qualifications (e.g. CAMS, ICA).
• You master conducting thorough second line assessments in organisational…