Risk and Compliance Officer

The Risk & Compliance Officer plays a critical role in managing risks and ensuring regulatory compliance at Group level. The primary responsibility involves overseeing and ensuring that all business operations align with relevant regulations and internal policies, thereby ensuring reliable management and internal control of supervised entities.

The Risk & Compliance Officer maintains a proactive compliance function by coordinating regular compliance routines, conducting risk and compliance monitoring and surveillance, ensuring that Group and product-level policies are consistently updated, and overseeing various assessments and reporting processes in a systematic manner.

Moreover, this role involves effective coordination and communication of pertinent information and materials within the Group of companies. The Risk & Compliance Officer is also responsible for preparing and delivering training programs for both management and employees, thereby fostering a comprehensive understanding of risk and compliance requirements.

This position reports directly to the Management Board and collaborates closely with key stakeholders, including the CEO, Group Counsel, Head of Sustainability, HR, and other business support and direct business functions.

We will entrust you to:

• Monitor and report on compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement an annual risk-based compliance plan, including surveillance and internal control activities.
• Develop, implement, and regularly update risk management and compliance policies.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and product owners to ensure all Group Policies are up-to-date, approved, and communicated.
• Maintain accurate registries and issue approvals for business and operational activities, ensuring adherence to internal policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and ensure data protection compliance.
• Serve as the point of contact for AML matters, overseeing AML and KYC processes and documentation.
• Contribute to the investment decision-making process, ensuring compliance with investment objectives, policies, restrictions, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify potential risks throughout the organization.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments to evaluate the likelihood and impact of identified risks.
• Prepare and present quarterly and annual (if needed, ad hoc) risk and compliance reports to the board, providing insights and recommendations for action.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors.
• Address ad hoc documentation questions, including KYC and investor questionnaires.
• Stay current with changes in laws and regulations affecting the company.
• Work closely with a multinational team spread across different offices, including Copenhagen, Helsinki, Stockholm, Berlin, Tallinn, and Vilnius, fostering effective communication and cooperation.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree from an accredited university (law, business administration, finance, programs, other related),
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in the compliance area, with a preference for some working experience in risk management positions. Industry knowledge is a significant advantage.
• Compliance management and strong understanding of regulatory requirements and frameworks.
• Knowledge of risk management principles.
• Superior written and oral communication skills in English and Finnish languages, including comfort with business legal language (both EN and FI).
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to prepare and deliver presentations and training.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take full ownership of the function and work independently.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders, critically assess situations, and set priorities.

We offer:

• An international, dynamic, professional, and friendly working environment.
• Competitive remuneration, flexible working environment.
• Support for their professional development.

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