Senior Compliance Officer (RegTech Audit)

Role Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Compliance Officer with strong experience in Regulatory Technology (RegTech) , IT audit , and technology-driven compliance frameworks . This role is pivotal in ensuring regulatory compliance through collaboration with the IT department, focusing on systems, data governance, and control frameworks. Candidates with AML/CFT backgrounds will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the implementation of RegTech solutions for regulatory reporting, compliance automation, and monitoring.
• Collaborate with the IT department to ensure systems and infrastructure comply with regulatory requirements (e.g., data privacy, cybersecurity, access controls).
• Conduct and support IT audits and compliance reviews, focusing on technology risk and internal control effectiveness.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on IT systems and compliance processes.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures related to IT systems and data governance.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure timely remediation of audit findings and compliance gaps.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and regulators on compliance status and technology risks.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Finance, IT, Risk Management , or related field.
• 8-12 years of experience in compliance, IT audit, or technology risk roles.
• Proven experience with RegTech platforms (e.g., AxiomSL, MetricStream, Actico, etc.) outside of AML/CFT use cases.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure , cybersecurity , and data governance .
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as ISO 27001 , COBIT , NIST , or similar.
• Professional certifications such as CISA , CRISC , CISM , or CCEP are preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
• High attention to detail and commitment to integrity.