Senior Compliance Advisory Officer

Who you are

• You have 7+ years of experience in a 2LoD (second line of defence) Compliance function at a Payment Service Provider, FinTech or Financial Institution;
• You have robust knowledge of regulatory and licensing regimes of payment/e-money institutions, a thorough understanding of AML/CFT risks, as well as proven familiarity with Card Scheme definitions and rules;
• You are an analytical thinker who excels in deconstructing complex Compliance challenges into manageable components. You can effectively convey these components to stakeholders of diverse professional backgrounds, seeking relevant expertise whilst maintaining clarity, precision, and speed of execution;
• You have a strong sense of initiative and self-motivation attuned to a fast-growing business;
• You excel in maintaining oversight and driving multiple complex topics simultaneously through your structured approach to work;
• You possess strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling you to articulate advice with clarity and synthesize complex issues, and tailor it to your audience;
• You have solid interpersonal skills, and you are able to work with peers and customers from various disciplines and cultures.
• You are excited about working with an international team who will provide different perspectives and sharpen your ideas.
• You are fluent in Japanese and English.

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitments

Our unique approach is a product of our diverse perspectives. This diversity of backgrounds and cultures is essential in helping us maintain our momentum. Our business and technical challenges are unique, and we need as many different voices as possible to join us in solving them - voices like yours. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we welcome you to be your true self at Adyen.

Studies show that women and members of underrepresented communities apply for jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Does this sound like you? If so, Adyen encourages you to reconsider and apply. We look forward to your application!

What’s next?

Ensuring a smooth and enjoyable candidate experience is critical for us. We aim to get back to you regarding your application within 5 business days. Our interview process tends to take about 4 weeks to complete, but may fluctuate depending on the role. Learn more about our hiring process here. Don’t be afraid to let us know if you need more flexibility.

This role is based out of our Tokyo office. We are an office-first company and value in-person collaboration; we do not offer remote-only roles.