Chief Operating Officer, E-Money Institution

About Satispay

At Satispay, we're not just reimagining payments; we're pioneering a movement toward simplicity and accessibility. Picture yourself at the forefront of innovation, leading the way in revolutionizing payments - and beyond! - across Europe, alongside a vibrant community of like-minded individuals driven by a shared vision: simplifying payments to improve everyone’s life.

Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Satispay is the place for you! Come be part of our dynamic team and help us shape the future of payments in Europe.

Join us as a Chief Operating Officer and let's make magic happen together.

Role Overview

We are seeking a strategic and technically adept professional for the role of COO. This position is within the financial institution of the Satispay Group and requires a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, compliance, and modern technologies. The ideal candidate will possess the technical expertise to integrate compliance and governance with cutting-edge technology, ensuring the company’s risk management practices evolve in line with industry best practices and regulatory demands.

As a key advisor to the CEO, this role will focus on strengthening risk management, regulatory relations, and compliance while ensuring seamless integration with our technology infrastructure.

Your mission:

Risk Management Framework Development.

• Lead the creation, implementation, and evolution of a robust, scalable risk management framework that aligns with the company’s strategic goals, regulatory requirements, and modern technological innovations.

• Integrate technical systems and tools to strengthen risk assessments, monitoring, and mitigation strategies.

• Provide clear, actionable insights to the executive team based on comprehensive risk reports.

Regulatory & Compliance Support to the CEO.

• Act as a key advisor to the CEO on all matters related to risk, compliance, and regulatory interactions.

• Support in maintaining strong relationships with European regulators, ensuring full compliance with applicable laws, and anticipating regulatory changes.

• Leverage a deep understanding of modern technology to ensure compliance is embedded within the company’s infrastructure.

• Assist in driving cross-functional initiatives related to compliance, risk governance, and tech infrastructure, ensuring alignment with the company’s scaling ambitions.

• Identify and drive process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and regulatory preparedness.

Strategic Advisory & Cross-Functional Collaboration.

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, distilling complex regulatory and technical issues into clear, actionable insights.

• Work closely with compliance, security, legal, ICT governance, and finance teams to ensure a structured and risk-aware decision-making process.

• Contribute to shaping the company’s governance model, supporting its growth while maintaining a strong risk and compliance foundation.

Your ideal profile:

• 7+ years of experience in risk management and compliance, with significant exposure to European regulatory bodies.

• Strong technical background with experience in integrating compliance, technology, and governance (e.g., IT risk management, security, and payment technologies).

• Proven experience in developing and implementing risk management frameworks within a regulated financial environment.

• In-depth knowledge of the European financial regulatory landscape, particularly in fintech, digital payments, or banking.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage regulators, senior management, and cross-functional teams.

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, capable of balancing compliance with business agility.

And, in addition:

• Background in fintech, digital payments, or financial services with exposure to core payment systems, PSD2, AML, GDPR, MIFID, or similar regulatory frameworks.

• Familiarity with modern technology stacks and their implications on compliance (e.g., cloud-based infrastructure, API integrations, blockchain, data privacy technologies).

What We Offer

The opportunity to work closely with the CEO in shaping the regulated entity’s strategic posture, enabling the seamless and rapid delivery of new products while ensuring the right balance between compliance, risk management, and agility

Don't let a checklist hold you back - at Satispay, we thrive on diverse perspectives and unique strengths. Your individuality could be the missing piece to our puzzle! Even if you don't meet every skill listed above, we encourage you to apply if you're passionate about the role and believe you can contribute to our team's success.

Your perks as a Satisperson

Join an international team to grow with

Hybrid working policy

Fuel your day with our meal vouchers

Preply language platform access to expand your language skills

Take care of yourself and your family with our health insurance plan

Own part of Satispay’s success with our Stock Option Plan

Be rewarded for your performance with our short-term incentive

Moving from abroad? Get support for your relocation

Plan for the future with our pension plan

Gear up with our tech equipment

Join us in the fun with team-building events, parties, trips, and more!

Our selection process is tailored to each role and includes at least a call with our Talent Acquisition Team, a technical evaluation, and a final in-person meeting. Your recruiter will share more insights during your first meeting with us!

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Satispay, we're proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds. This opportunity is open to everyone, regardless – for instance - of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and national origin. Join us in a workplace where everyone belongs!

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