Group Financial Crime Compliance Officer

This is Worldline.

Worldline helps businesses of all shapes and sizes to accelerate their growth journey - quickly, simply, and securely. We are the innovators at the heart of the payments technology industry, shaping how the world pays and gets paid. Our technology powers the growth of millions of businesses across 5 continents. And just as we help our customers accelerate their business, we are committed to helping our people accelerate their careers. Together, we shape the evolution.

The Opportunity

The Group FCC Officer is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Sanctions program, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations across all entities. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive knowledge of the Payment Service Provider (PSP) industry and financial crime compliance (FCC).

Balancing high-level operational execution with strategic coordination, the FCC Officer provides AML-CFT and sanctions regulatory expertise to all three lines of defense (1LOD, 2LOD, and 3LOD) and supports broader business and operational functions.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Advisory & Compliance Support: Provide expert guidance on AML-CFT compliance across all levels of defense and business operations, assisting with day-to-day activities when required.
• Regulatory Monitoring & Analysis: Track FCC regulatory developments, assess their impact, and support implementation across Worldline entities.
• Policy Implementation & Oversight: Ensure compliance with AML-CFT regulations by coordinating activities through regular and ad hoc meetings. Strengthen the FCC framework and ensure consistent group-wide policy enforcement.
• Risk Management & Assessments: Lead AML-CFT risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential financial crime risks associated with the organization's activities, customers, and services.
• Escalations & Incident Handling: Manage intra-group escalations and regulatory inquiries, ensuring proper documentation and timely communication with the Group CFCCO.
• Audit & Testing: Monitor and test the effectiveness of the FCC program, collaborate with the Group FCC Controller on audits, and address identified findings.
• Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate records of AML-CFT activities, preparing reports for senior management and the Board as required.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Group FCC Data Officer on risk management and reporting, ensuring robust governance and oversight.

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:

• Proven experience in the payment services sector, with a strong understanding of industry regulations.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in the financial sector, with at least 3+ years in an AML or FCC advisory role (e.g., AML Officer, AML Regulatory Advisor).
• In-depth knowledge of EU AML regulations, sanctions regimes, and global compliance frameworks; expertise in external fraud and financial crime compliance is a plus.
• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in AML, terrorist financing (TF), and sanctions compliance.
• Experience in regulatory engagement
• Recognized FCC certifications (e.g., ACAMS, ICA, or equivalent).
• Strong ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and influence key stakeholders.
• Experience in people management is an advantage.
• Very Fluent English Speaker. French is a plus. Any other European language is an asset.

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 recognized 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
• At Worldline our top priority is to engage, encourage and develop you to help you improve your potential. In fact, we have comprehensive training and development programs in place demonstrating our dedication to developing your career.

Shape the evolution.

We are pushing towards the next frontiers of payments technology, and we look for big thinkers to join our journey. 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. And with our empowering culture, strong technology and extensive training opportunities, we help you accelerate your career. Wherever you decide to go. Join our global team of over 18,000 innovators across 40+ countries, and shape a tomorrow that is yours to own.

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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.