Compliance Officer

About the role

What we do?

UniCredit in Poland belongs to one of the largest financial groups in Europe, serving over 20 million Clients, including one million businesses. We are building a new banking model that combines the speed and appeal of a fintech with the strength and stability of a universal bank. We draw on 150 years of experience and the unique expertise of our teams, acting as the Group’s pan-European innovation hub.

We are creating ultra-fast and transparent banking with an “all-in-one” application and new opportunities for all Clients - individual, business, and corporate. We provide full omnichannel service thanks to a network of flagship branches in key Polish cities and our Support Center.

Our greatest value is our People - a Team of creative experts who thrive in a dynamic and innovative environment. We focus on collaboration, engagement, and achieving ambitious goals.

We are looking for a Compliance Officerto join us at this pivotal moment, share our vision, and help shape the future of European banking.

Requirements

• Must-Have qualifications for this role are

• 3-5 years of professional experience in Compliance, Risk Management, Internal Audit, or Regulatory Oversight within a regulated financial institution

• Understanding of banking regulatory environment, products and processes

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and risk awareness

• Ability to manage priorities and work effectively under time pressure

• Professional certifications are a

• Fluency in Polish, English, both spoken and written

• Experience in international and/or digital banks

• Work Model & Location: Preference for candidates willing to work in a hybrid model in Warsaw (50/50 split between office and remote work) if needed

Responsibilities

1. 1

   Carry out regular compliance risk assessments across business and support units to spot, evaluate, and reduce regulatory risks.

2. 2

   Manage the full lifecycle of compliance policies, procedures, and guidelines, keeping them fully aligned with Group standards and local regulatory requirements.

3. 3

   Produce detailed compliance reports, dashboards, and management information (MI) for local executive management, relevant committees, and Group Compliance.

4. 4

   Track Key Compliance Indicators (KCIs/KPIs) and monitor metrics to assess how effective the compliance framework is overall.

5. 5

   Help put governance frameworks into practice and drive their ongoing improvement.

6. 6

   Keep a proactive watch on regulatory developments, market trends, and legal changes (e.g., EU directives, KNF/GIIF guidelines) and turn them into practical business requirements.

7. 7

   Act as the Compliance function's representative in cross-functional projects and working groups.

8. 8

   Build and sustain strong, collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders to promote compliance awareness and embed governance across the organization.

9. 9

   Assist with designing, implementing, and coordinating the 2nd Line of Defense (2LoD) internal control framework.

10. 10

    Plan and carry out independent compliance controls, testing, and assurance reviews to check adherence to internal policies and regulatory standards.

11. 11

    Spot, investigate, and escalate compliance breaches or control deficiencies promptly.

12. 12

    Record control findings, propose actionable remediation steps, and follow up on the resolution of identified gaps or audit findings.

Benefits & perks

• You will get an opportunity to work in an innovative, digital bank applying state of the art approaches and technologies.
• Unless limited by banking regulations we offer a flexible form of contract.
• You will be provided an Individual Development Budget, dedicated to enhancing your professional skills.
• If your role permits, we also offer flexible work location: home/office according to your preference.
• You and your closest family will be covered with VIP-level private medical care which includes dental treatment and a hospitalisation package.
• We care for our colleagues' well being, therefore we cover psychological consultations if you ever feel you need such support.
• We co-sponsor your Multisport card and cover 50% of its cost.
• You will work on computer equipment that delivers the best user experience: Apple MacBook.
• Our office in Warsaw offers healthy snacks throughout the day.