Compliance & Risk Officer
JOB DESCRIPTION
Location: Amsterdam (Hybrid)
In this position, you'll be based in the new Amsterdam office from January 2027 for a minimum of three days a week, with the flexibility to work from home for some of your working week. Find out more about our flexible work culture at computershare.com/flex.
We give you a world of potential
Computershare Corporate Trust is a market leader with decades of experience as a provider of sophisticated agency services for private and public companies, investment bankers, asset managers as well as governments and institutions. We offer a wide range of services that fulfil our clients' needs with a best-in-class reputation built on our high-touch approach to client service. We are looking for a new colleague to join us and be a part of our exciting future as one of the top corporate trust firms around the globe.
A role you will love
As Compliance Officer you will support the maintenance and effectiveness of the Compliance Function and help ensure the integrity of the organisation through compliance with applicable Dutch and European regulatory requirements, internal policies and regulatory expectations.
The role supports the business in embedding compliance and risk into daily operations, maintaining the SIRA, executing the CMP, overseeing financial crime controls, assisting with outsourcing oversight and preparing regulatory reporting for DNB.
As part of the role, you will also act as the designated deputy to the MLRO (Director Risk & Compliance) and assumes AML/CTF responsibilities during their absence.
We give you a world of potential
Computershare Corporate Trust is a market leader with decades of experience as a provider of sophisticated agency services for private and public companies, investment bankers, asset managers as well as governments and institutions. We offer a wide range of services that fulfil our clients' needs with a best-in-class reputation built on our high-touch approach to client service. We are looking for a new colleague to join us and be a part of our exciting future as one of the top corporate trust firms around the globe.
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A role you will love
As Compliance Officer you will support the maintenance and effectiveness of the Compliance Function and help ensure the integrity of the organisation through compliance with applicable Dutch and European regulatory requirements, internal policies and regulatory expectations.
The role supports the business in embedding compliance and risk into daily operations, maintaining the SIRA, executing the CMP, overseeing financial crime controls, assisting with outsourcing oversight and preparing regulatory reporting for DNB.
As part of the role, you will also act as the designated deputy to the MLRO (Director Risk & Compliance) and assumes AML/CTF responsibilities during their absence.
Key responsibilities
- Compliance Framework Management
- SIRA and General Risk assessment Ownership and Maintenance
- Compliance Monitoring Programme (CMP)
- AML/CTF and Oversight
- Regulatory, Board and other Reporting
- Outsourcing risk Oversight
- Policy review
- Staff compliance training
- Deputy MLRO
What will you bring to the role?
Essential Experience
Demonstrable experience in Compliance, Financial Crime Prevention, Risk Management, or a related regulatory function, with a strong understanding of the evolving financial services regulatory landscape and the practical application of compliance frameworks.
Proven expertise in Dutch AML/CTF and Sanctions regulations, including the implementation and oversight of controls designed to detect, prevent, and mitigate financial crime risks.
Previous experience within a regulated financial institution, ideally within a Payment Service Provider (PSP), FinTech, Electronic Money Institution (EMI), bank, or other supervised financial services environment.
Strong working knowledge of key Dutch and European regulatory frameworks, including:
Hands-on experience designing, implementing, and enhancing compliance and financial crime programmes, including:
- Compliance monitoring and testing activities
- AML/CTF controls and governance frameworks
- Customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), and transaction monitoring oversight
- Sanctions screening and sanctions compliance programmes
- Enterprise-wide and thematic risk assessments
- Regulatory reporting and regulator engagement
- Policy, procedure, and control framework development
Experience producing high-quality board, committee, and senior management reporting, with the ability to translate complex regulatory and risk matters into clear, concise, and actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and advise senior leaders while maintaining strong relationships across the business and with external regulators where required.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a pragmatic, risk-based approach to managing compliance obligations in a fast-paced and evolving business environment.
Desirable
- Experience maintaining a SIRA or comparable enterprise integrity risk assessment
- Experience overseeing risks involved with outsourced operational activities
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, Business, Finance, Risk Management or a related field
Qualifications
Professional compliance qualification, such as CAMS, ICA or a similar AML/compliance certification
Rewards designed for you
Flexible work to help you find the best balance between work and lifestyle.
Health and wellbeing rewards that can be tailored to support you and your family.
Invest in our business by setting aside salary to purchase shares in our company, and you'll receive a company contribution as well.
Extra rewards ranging from recognition awards and team get togethers to helping you invest in your future.
And more. Ours is a welcoming and close-knit community, with experienced colleagues ready to help you grow. Our careers hub will help you find out more about our rewards and life at Computershare, visit computershare.com/careershub.
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ABOUT US
A company to be proud of
We're a global leader in financial administration with over 11,000 employees across more than 22 different countries. At Computershare, it's more than just a job, our open and inclusive culture means that we will help you to grow, to move forward and make the most of our world of opportunities.
Fairness and culture
We want to provide you with the opportunity to succeed on your own merits, starting from the application process and continuing throughout your career with us. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued, to remove barriers and obstacles and ensure equal opportunities for all. For support with accommodations or adjustments during our recruitment process please visit computershare.com/access for further information.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
Parental Benefits
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
Financial and Retirement
Professional Development
Diversity and Inclusion