Our client—an early-stage, Ireland-based Neobank preparing its application for an EMI license is searching for a dual-hatted Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) / Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to lead the compliance, AML/CTF, and risk agenda through regulatory EMI authorization. This is a career-defining opportunity to shape a new category of European financial services: a neobank combining transparent pricing, human‑centred support, and advanced payment infrastructure built for individuals on the move and the SMEs powering Europe’s economy. Key Responsibilities Lead all compliance and AML/CTF aspects of the EMI authorization process with the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI), acting as a key liaison for regulatory engagement. Design, implement, and oversee the compliance, risk, governance, and AML/CTF frameworks, ensuring alignment with CBI expectations and EU regulatory requirements. Prepare, maintain, and update all core documentation needed for EMI licensing, including Compliance, AML/CTF, Risk, and Safeguarding policies and risk assessments. Collaborate with product, tech, and operations teams to embed “compliance‑by‑design” into new features and payment flows. Monitor evolving European regulatory developments (PSD2/PSD3, AMLA reforms, EBA guidelines), advising leadership on impacts. Support EU passporting and multi‑jurisdiction expansion, ensuring consistent compliance standards across markets. Establish and manage relationships with regulators, auditors, legal partners, and financial institutions. Key Requirements 3+ years in senior Compliance, Risk, AML/CTF, or MLRO roles in EU‑based fintechsor banks Strong understanding of European payments and regulatory frameworks, including PSD2/PSD3, AMLDs/AMLA, SEPA scheme rules, safeguarding, operational resilience, and financial crime typologies. Proven experience interacting with EU financial regulators, ideally including the Central Bank of Ireland. Ability to design and implement policies, risk assessments, control frameworks, and governance structures for new or scaling institutions. Strong documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience supporting or leading an EMI or PI license application in EUis a significant advantage. Ability to meet the Central Bank of Ireland Fit & Proper requirements ✨ The Employer Offers Competitive compensation, aligned with the level of involvement at each stage (part‑time during the early licensing period, transitioning to full‑time closer to authorization and launch). A rare opportunity to build a pan‑European compliance, AML/CTF, and risk infrastructure from the ground up. Performance‑based incentives #J-18808-Ljbffr
A visionary neobank is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead its journey through EMI license application, product rollout, and market expansion in Europe. The ideal candidate will bring at least 3 years of experience in leadership roles within fintech or banking, with a strong understanding of payment infrastructures. This role offers a competitive salary tied to involvement, with performance-based incentives. If you're ready to architect a pan-European financial platform, apply now. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Our client—an early-stage Ireland-based Neobank which is currently preparing to apply for EMI license—They are searching for a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead the company through regulatory authorization (EMI license), product rollout, and continental expansion. This is a career-defining opportunity to shape a new category of European financial services: a neobank combining transparent pricing, human-centred support, and advanced payment infrastructure built specifically for individuals on the move and the SMEs powering Europe’s economy. Key Responsibilities Lead the company through the EMI authorization process with the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI). Define and execute the company’s vision and growth strategies, ensuring long-term success in the fintech space. Drive EU-wide market expansion following CBI authorization and passporting. Oversee daily operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with business goals. Develop and nurture relationships with regulators, banking partners, investors, and high-profile clients. Ensure financial health, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and revenue optimization. Ensure product–market fit for both retail and SME customers across Europe. Serve as the public face of the brand and vision across Europe. Key Requirements 3+ years of proven leadership role (CEO, COO, MD, or similar) in EU-based fintech, payments or banking project(s). Experience launching and scaling fintech products serving retail and/or SME segments. Strong understanding of European payment infrastructure (instant payments, card acquiring, cross-border payments, IBANs, A2A payments, merchant acceptance, open banking and similar). Strategic vision combined with hands‑on startup execution. Strong network across European fintech, payments, and investment communities. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills. Experience in having led a company through the EMI licensing process would be considered as an advantage Ability to meet the Central Bank of Ireland fit & proper requirements. ✨ The Employer Offers Competitive salary linked to the level of involvement (part‑time during the early licensing stage, evolving into a full‑time executive package as the company approaches authorization and launch). Opportunity to architect a pan-European financial platform from the ground up. Performance-based incentives, including equity participation. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A new European neobank is seeking a dual-hatted Chief Compliance Officer / Money Laundering Reporting Officer to lead compliance and AML/CTF efforts for EMI authorization. This role offers competitive compensation and the chance to build compliance frameworks from the ground up in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates have over 3 years in compliance roles within EU fintechs or banks and a strong grasp of regulatory standards. #J-18808-Ljbffr
