Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance (Fintech)

Location: Hybrid, based in Luxembourg; candidates must be based locally or able to commute to the Luxembourg office.

Company

hirify.global is a Luxembourg-regulated fintech company operating across payments and digital assets.

What you will do

• Provide senior management oversight of Compliance and AML/CFT functions, working with the MLRO.
• Maintain effective compliance frameworks, internal policies, procedures, regulatory controls, and implementation of regulatory changes.
• Oversee enterprise-wide risk management, including risk appetite, risk identification, assessment, monitoring, mitigation, escalation, and internal controls.
• Oversee corporate governance, decision-making processes, delegation of authority, legal activities, and Board-level procedures.
• Coordinate engagement with the CSSF and other regulatory authorities.
• Work with Authorised Managers, senior management, and the Board to provide strategic direction and prepare to assume an Authorised Manager mandate, subject to approvals.

Requirements

• Degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of professional experience in regulated financial services, including substantial senior management experience with significant responsibility and decision-making authority.
• Strong Compliance and AML/CFT expertise, including oversight of compliance functions, regulatory frameworks, and internal controls.
• Deep knowledge of Luxembourg and EU financial regulations, including CSSF requirements, PSD2, and AML/CFT.
• Experience with crypto or digital asset businesses, including understanding of MiCA, CASP regulatory requirements, and crypto-related risks.
• Strong understanding of GRC frameworks, enterprise risk management, corporate governance, and the Three Lines of Defence model.
• Experience overseeing multiple functions and working with senior management, Boards of Directors, and regulatory authorities.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills, including the ability to challenge existing approaches, assess complex risks, and balance regulatory requirements with business objectives.
• Fluent English.

Nice to have

• Previous experience working directly with the CSSF or holding an Authorised Manager position in Luxembourg.
• French language skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Senior leadership position in a Luxembourg-regulated fintech company operating across payments and digital assets.
• Opportunity to shape compliance oversight, risk management, and corporate governance as the business grows.
• Direct collaboration with senior management and the Board of Directors.
• International and collaborative working environment.
• Hybrid work setup with local or commuting candidates considered.