Lead Regulatory Compliance Officer - Remote Opportunity

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Lead Regulatory Compliance Officer to join our growing team remotely. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring Alma's operations meet the highest regulatory standards while supporting our ambitious expansion plans across Europe. As a Lead Regulatory Compliance Officer, you will play a crucial role in translating complex regulatory requirements into practical, scalable solutions that enable Alma to operate with confidence.

What You'll Do

• Advise and translate regulatory requirements to Alma's operational teams, particularly Sales, Financial Security, Operations, and Product.
• Act as the main point of contact for regulatory matters, providing clear guidance on compliance obligations.
• Centralize and maintain Alma's regulatory compliance procedures, ensuring they remain current and fit-for-purpose.
• Proactively identify compliance risks through cross-functional projects including new product and feature reviews, partnership assessments, and outsourcing approvals.
• Own the regulatory watch function, staying ahead of emerging regulations across our European markets.
• Collaborate with local teams and external advisors to navigate multi-jurisdictional compliance challenges.
• Participate in preparing and submitting regulatory reports to ACPR and other relevant authorities.

Requirements

• 6-10 years of experience in regulatory compliance within the banking, payments, or fintech sector.
• Deep technical expertise in EU banking regulatory frameworks such as PSD2/PSD3 and AMLD.
• Direct exchange experience with regulatory authorities (ACPR, Bank of Italy, ECB, etc.).
• Fluency in Italian and English (written and spoken); French is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with regulatory reporting, compliance programs, and policy development.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of Spanish, German, or Dutch.
• Experience in a high-growth payment fintech.
• Professional compliance certifications (e.g., ICA Diploma, CAMS).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of $120,000 to $150,000 annually.
• Flexible remote work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Collaborative and multicultural working environment.
• Supportive team culture with a focus on compliance and business growth.