We are building an independent ATM-network offering qualitative cash services to all individuals and merchants in Belgium. We set the goal to become the largest player on the Belgian market in the next few years.
In order to support our expanding business, we are looking for a Compliance Officer to join our team.
Your role
Our compliance officer mitigates legal and regulatory risks by implementing effective compliance programs, policies, and procedures. You will be responsible for monitoring and assessing compliance with relevant requirements, providing guidance to ensure the institution operates in a compliant manner and reporting on our compliance posture towards management team and board of directors. You will also act as our data protection officer.
What will you do
Regulatory compliance
To prepare, outline, discuss, elaborate, follow up and adjust the various areas within compliancy with regards to the realisation of the corporate strategy.
Staying updated on relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines governing Batopin
Assessing the impact of regulatory changes, interpret requirements
Advising management and relevant stakeholders on necessary actions to ensure compliance
Preparing and submitting necessary compliance reports to regulatory authorities as required by law
Developing and maintaining a comprehensive compliance program
Creating policies, procedures, and controls to address regulatory requirements, prevent money laundering, fraud, and other financial crimes
Primary point of contact for inquiries, requests for information, and examinations from regulatory bodies for compliance related matters
Establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with relevant regulatory agencies
Monitoring compliance
Lead and coordinate compliance projects within the organisation.
Conducting regular risk assessments to identify compliance risks and vulnerabilities within Batopin
Evaluating controls and implementing risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential regulatory violations and financial liabilities
Conducting regular monitoring to assess the institution's compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures
Reviewing processes, transactions, and records to identify gaps, potential risks, or violations
Overseeing internal and external compliance audits and collaborating with auditors to ensure timely resolution of any identified issues.
Documentation and awareness
Foster a culture of compliance
Developing and delivering training programs to educate employees on compliance policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Raising awareness of potential risks and promoting ethical behaviour within the organization
Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to compliance activities, monitoring, and corrective actions taken
Ensuring that documentation is easily accessible for audits and regulatory examinations
Present clear status and steering on compliance posture towards management team and board of directors
· have a Master's degree (Law, Economics, Finance)
· have at least 7 years relevant experience
· in-depth knowledge of relevant financial services regulations and payment industry guidelines (e.g., PSD2, GDPR, AML/CFT regulations).
· strong understanding of compliance frameworks and best practices.
· experience in developing and implementing compliance programs and controls.
· familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and risk management practices.
· fluent in Dutch and French with a good knowledge of English.
· this position is subject to a suitability assessment by the National Bank of Belgium (Fit and Proper).
A high-impact role at the heart of our mission with direct exposure to the C-suite and board-level topics.
A dynamic environment with meaningful responsibility, autonomy, and room for growth.
Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with experience and market.
A hybrid way of working, combining work from home with working out of our offices near Brussels North Station.
Denk cash, vind CASH! Batopin is een initiatief van de grootbanken KBC, BNP Paribas Fortis, Belfius en ING. Tegen eind 2025 beheren we een netwerk van 950 CASH-punten en 2500 geldautomaten. Op die manier garanderen we de Belg een duurzame toegang tot cash, ongeacht bij welke bank je klant bent.
Parlons CASH! Batopin est une initiative des grandes banques KBC-CBC, BNP Paribas Fortis, Belfius et ING. D'ici à la fin 2025, nous exploiterons un réseau de 950 points CASH et de 2 500 distributeurs de billets. Nous garantissons ainsi aux Belges un accès durable au cash, quelle que soit la banque dont vous êtes client.
