Senior Compliance Advisory Officer

Adyen is seeking a Senior Compliance Advisory Officer to join its Compliance Advisory & Oversight Team in Shanghai. This role involves providing strategic compliance advice to internal and external stakeholders, supporting Adyen's growth in the payments and financial services sectors. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with commercial and operational teams, facilitating communication with specialized compliance, regulatory, legal, and risk functions.

Key responsibilities include offering ad-hoc compliance advice, deconstructing complex challenges, and supporting solutions aligned with Adyen's strategic objectives and risk appetite. The role also involves performing and coordinating Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) risk assessments, assembling expertise from internal specialists, and providing customer acceptance advice to senior management. Additionally, the officer will strengthen and scale Adyen's compliance framework and identify opportunities to leverage data and technology for efficient compliance processes.

The ideal candidate has over seven years of experience in a second-line compliance function at a payment service provider, fintech, or financial institution. They should possess robust knowledge of regulatory and licensing regimes for payment and e-money institutions, a thorough understanding of AML/CFT risks, and familiarity with card scheme definitions and rules. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple complex topics simultaneously are essential. Fluency in Mandarin and English is required.

Adyen offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. The company values in-person collaboration and fosters a culture that encourages initiative and self-motivation. Employees are supported in owning their careers and are part of a team that delivers innovative and ethical solutions to help businesses achieve their ambitions faster.