Senior Compliance Officer

At Mollie, compliance is a competitive advantage. As a Senior Compliance Officer, you'll be at the heart of how the company scales responsibly across Europe, turning complex regulatory requirements into practical, automated solutions that work for the business. You'll own the frameworks, lead the conversations, and make sure compliance moves at the same pace as the company.

Mollie makes payments and money management effortless for businesses across Europe. More than 300,000 companies use its products to get paid, manage money and grow. With 950+ employees across 14+ locations, Mollie works in small teams with real ownership, supported by tools, reliable processes, and a balanced work environment.

You'll also lead and develop a team of junior and mid-level compliance officers — coaching them, reviewing their work, and helping them grow. Your expertise across AML/CFT, sanctions, and regulatory advisory will set the standard for how the team operates and how compliance is embedded across Mollie.

This is a role where your work has real reach. The frameworks you build, the policies you shape, and the culture you foster will directly support over 350,000 businesses growing with less friction and more freedom.

Your impact

Compliance at Mollie is a competitive advantage — and you'll be the one building it. As a Senior Compliance Officer, you'll be at the heart of how we scale responsibly across Europe, turning complex regulatory requirements into practical, automated solutions that actually work for the business. You'll own the frameworks, lead the conversations, and make sure compliance moves at the same pace we do.

You'll also lead and develop a team of junior and mid-level compliance officers — coaching them, reviewing their work, and helping them grow. Your expertise across AML/CFT, sanctions, and regulatory advisory will set the standard for how the team operates and how compliance is embedded across Mollie.

This is a role where your work has real reach. The frameworks you build, the policies you shape, and the culture you foster will directly support over 350,000 businesses growing with less friction and more freedom.

What you'll ship

• A robust, scalable compliance framework across AML/CFT, sanctions, and governance — designed to support Mollie's rapid European expansion
• Clear, actionable policies and controls that translate PSD2/3, AMLD6 and EBA Guidelines into practical business requirements
• Proactive risk assessments and thematic reviews that identify and close compliance gaps before they become problems
• Compliance embedded into product development lifecycles — working closely with Product, Engineering, Legal, Risk, and Operations to make it happen by design, not as an afterthought
• High-quality regulatory reporting and senior management deliverables, prepared with precision and delivered on time
• A stronger, more capable compliance team — through structured mentorship, coaching, and quality oversight that raises the bar across the board

What you'll bring

• 7+ years of compliance experience within a regulated financial institution — Fintech, PSP, EMI, or (neo)bank
• Strong, hands-on knowledge of European regulatory frameworks, including PSD2, AMLD, EBA Guidelines and MiCAR
• Solid experience across both financial crime (AML/CFT, sanctions) and broader regulatory compliance advisory
• The ability to translate complex regulations into clear, practical solutions — without overcomplicating it
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence senior leadership when it matters
• A proven track record of mentoring or managing junior compliance professionals and elevating team performance

Grow your way

At Mollie, growth is personal. We believe everyone should have the chance to develop their skills, explore new challenges and shape their career on their own terms. You'll get regular feedback and performance reviews to support your development, with fair and transparent salary reviews along the way. Many Mollies move into new roles or take on new projects to stretch themselves, and we actively hire from within to help you take the next step.

No matter if you're aiming for promotion, exploring a different career path or building new skills, you'll be supported with the tools, trust and opportunities to grow your way.

AI at Mollie

We believe in Always Be Shipping. AI brings that philosophy to life across every team, every role, every day. AI is core to how we build. It helps us move faster, simplify work and make smarter decisions, creating real impact for the businesses we serve. We're looking for people who are excited to use AI to shape the future of finance with us.

Benefits

• 20 days working from abroad — Enjoy the flexibility to work from abroad for 20 days a year (excluding high risk countries)
• Wellbeing Budget — Enjoy €60 per month net towards taking care of yourself
• Lifestyle and Health Support — Reach out for coaching and support whenever you need it via OpenUp
• 26 holiday days — Time to relax, plus an extra 2 days off between 27 and 31 December
• Commute options — Receive an NS Business Card and participate in the bike lease plan
• Birthday off — It’s your special day
• WFH Equipment Budget — One-off budget of €400 for new hires
• Hybrid working — With WFH and internet allowance at €60 a month
• Discounted Lunch — Hot and cold meals plus snacks available each day for less than €4, and you only pay when you use the service
• Health Insurance — Insure with ONVZ or receive €125 net towards your own insurance
• Annual Mollieverse event — All Mollies get together, connect and have fun