Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Head of Compliance to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive compliance framework for financial services and technology-driven operations in Estonia. The successful candidate will oversee regulatory compliance, internal policies, risk-based monitoring, and compliance reporting while ensuring that business activities remain aligned with applicable Estonian and European Union requirements.

This role requires a strong understanding of financial services regulation, anti-money laundering controls, governance standards, and regulatory engagement. Working closely with executive leadership, legal, risk, operations, and technology teams, the Head of Compliance will promote a culture of accountability and ensure that regulatory obligations are integrated into business decisions and daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the organisation’s compliance framework, policies, procedures, and internal control standards.
• Monitor applicable Estonian and EU legislation, regulatory guidance, and industry developments, translating relevant changes into practical business requirements.
• Oversee compliance risk assessments and establish proportionate monitoring programmes based on the organisation’s products, services, customers, and operating model.
• Supervise anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing controls, including customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, sanctions screening, and suspicious activity escalation, where applicable.
• Advise senior management on regulatory exposure, compliance priorities, remediation measures, and emerging legal obligations.
• Coordinate regulatory reporting, internal compliance reviews, and responses to information requests from competent authorities.
• Assess new products, partnerships, operational changes, and business initiatives to identify compliance implications before implementation.
• Oversee compliance training programmes to ensure employees understand their regulatory responsibilities and escalation procedures.
• Track compliance findings, assign corrective actions, and monitor remediation through to completion.
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal audit, external advisers, relevant regulators, and other professional stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• At least seven years of relevant experience in compliance, regulatory affairs, financial services, or a related regulated environment, including substantial responsibility for compliance oversight.
• Strong knowledge of applicable EU regulatory frameworks and the Estonian regulatory environment relevant to the organisation’s activities.
• Practical experience with compliance risk assessments, internal controls, regulatory reporting, and policy development.
• Demonstrated understanding of AML/CFT requirements, sanctions compliance, customer due diligence, and financial crime prevention where relevant.
• Experience advising senior stakeholders and coordinating compliance matters across multiple business functions.
• Excellent analytical, written communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional proficiency in English; Estonian language skills are an advantage, particularly for local regulatory engagement.

Key Performance Expectations

Success will be measured through the effectiveness of compliance controls, timely completion of regulatory obligations, quality of compliance reporting, resolution of identified deficiencies, employee awareness, and the organisation’s ability to respond effectively to regulatory changes.

Why This Opportunity?

This position offers the opportunity to shape compliance strategy, strengthen organisational governance, and support sustainable business growth in Estonia’s regulated business environment. The successful candidate will have meaningful influence over risk management, operational integrity, and the development of a strong compliance culture.

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