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Chief Risk and Compliance Officer

Worldline
West Midlands
2 months ago
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Chief Risk and Compliance 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 shapethe evolution.

 

The Opportunity

 

The Chief Risk & Compliance Officer (CRCO) for Worldline IT Services UK (Worldline UK&I) is a key senior leadership role within the UK management structure which owns the overall Second Line activities to assure that all risks, including Financial, Operational, Compliance, Strategic & Security, are managed and that the organisation is compliant with all relevant laws and regulations.

 

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.

 

Worldline operates within a matrix organisation and in addition to your local reporting line to the CEO for Worldline IT Services UK, and your local accountability to the local UK Management Board, you will report functionally to Worldline global risk organisation.

 

You will be managing a small team of experts focusing on Risk Management, Compliance and Security and will be working closely with the global 2nd line organisation which encompasses many experienced and dedicated risk, compliance and security officers. We are committed to continuous improvement and are always looking for new leaders to join our group of trusted risk and compliance advisors to the business.

 

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

 

  • Establish and lead the Second Line Security, Risk & Compliance function within Worldline UK&I
  • Establish and drive the adoption of the relevant risk, security and compliance frameworks
  • Establish a sound risk culture
  • Monitor and report on the organisation's risk profile in line with the organisation's risk appetite
  • Liaise on and escalate related matters to the organisation's management, as well as the Worldline Group
  • Interact with the FCA on relevant security, risk and compliance matters.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Who Are We Looking For

 

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:

 

  • Excellent organisational, planning and communication.
  • Collaborative mindset and ability to provide hands-on support
  • Good knowledge and awareness of Risk, Security & Compliance industry best practices and frameworks (COSO, ISO 31000, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, etc)
  • Results driven and ability to work under pressure
  • 5+ years in the field Risk, Security and / or Compliance
  • Experience of working with the FCA
  • 5+ years of proven leadership and team management skills
  • Bachelor’s Degree (Law, Economics, Business Administration, Finance, or equivalent)
  • Industry Certifications (ISACA, IIA, CRMA, CRISC, CISA etc.)
  • GRC tool experience (preferably RSA Archer)

 

 

 

Perks & Benefits

 

At Worldline you’ll get the chance to be at the heart of the global payments technology industry and shape how the world pays and gets paid. On top of that, you will also:

 

  • Be part of a company guided by a strong purpose to do good and recognised as top 1% of the most sustainable companies in all sectors worldwide.
  • Work with inspiring colleagues and be empowered to learn, grow and accelerate your career.
  • Have 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Have employee private medical cover, access to a virtual GP service
  • Access to discounts and cash backs on shopping *
  • Purchase a range of flexible benefits through salary sacrifice
  • Have an Income protection @ 67% of base salary for 5 years, subject to Ts & Cs
  • Have a Life assurance – 1 x salary if not in a pension scheme, 4 x salary if joins the pension scheme
  • Have Pension – the company will match contributions up to 10%

 

Application Process

 

We will endeavour to respond to all applicants within 7 working days. If selected, you can expect a screening interview with a recruiter and if moving to the next stage, there will be an interview with a Line Manager.

 

Shape the evolution

 

We are on an exciting journey towards the next frontiers of payments technology, and we look for big thinkers, people with passion, can-do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. Here you’ll work with ambitious colleagues from around the world, take on unique challenges as a team, and make a real impact on the society. With an empowering culture, strong technology and extensive training opportunities, we help you accelerate your career - wherever you decide to go. Join our global team of 18,000 innovators and shape a tomorrow that is yours to own.

 

Learn more about life at Worldline atcareers.worldline.com

 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any applicable legally protected characteristics.

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