Senior Compliance Specialist - Payments

Are you ready to write your next chapter?

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. With proven technology, we process the largest volume of payments in the world, driving the global economy every day. When you join Worldpay, you join a global community of experts and changemakers, working to reinvent an industry by constantly evolving how we work and making the way millions of people pay easier, every day.

What makes a Worldpayer? It’s simple: Think, Act, Win. We stay curious, always asking the right questions to be better every day, finding creative solutions to simplify the complex. We’re dynamic, every Worldpayer is empowered to make the right decisions for their customers. And we’re determined, always staying open – winning and failing as one.

We’re looking for a Technical Compliance Liaison to join our ever-evolving Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) to help us unleash the potential of every business.

Are you ready to make your mark? Then you sound like a Worldpayer.

About the team

The Compliance Liaison within the Office of the CTO will be responsible for ensuring that all technology-related activities and processes comply with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. This role will work closely with key governance leaders, internal technology teams, and compliance/audit departments to manage compliance requirements, develop and maintain policies and procedures, and oversee incident management and response processes.

What you’ll own

1. Compliance Monitoring and Standards Management:

• Continuously monitor compliance requirements and standards

• Stay updated on relevant regulatory changes and industry best practices

2. Collaboration and Needs Translation:

• Work closely with internal technology teams to understand compliance needs and translate them into actionable requirements.

• Collaborate with compliance and audit teams to ensure alignment and support for compliance initiatives.

3.   Policy and Procedure Management:

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all relevant standards.

• Ensure all documentation is up-to-date, easily accessible, and effectively communicated to relevant stakeholders.

4. Incident Management and Response

• Establish and manage incident management and response processes to address compliance breaches

• Coordinate with relevant teams to investigate incidents, implement corrective actions, and report findings

5. Training and Awareness:

• Develop and deliver training programs to educate staff on compliance requirements and best practices.

• Promote a culture of compliance and ethical behavior across the organization.

6. Audit Support:

•  Prepare for and support internal and external audits related to compliance.

•  Ensure timely and accurate responses to audit findings and recommendations.

7. Reporting and Documentation:

• Maintain accurate records of compliance activities and incidents.

•  Prepare regular reports on compliance status, issues, and actions for senior management.

Where you’ll own it

While we’re a large team of Worldpayers based in North America, we have collaborative spaces and regular opportunities to celebrate with each other in person. 

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business Administration, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CISA, CGEIT, CRISC, CISSP) are strongly preferred.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a compliance role, preferably within a technology-focused organization.

• Experience working in the financial sector, credit card processing background is strongly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., PCI, SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001).

• Experience in policy development, documentation management, and incident response.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across various teams and departments.  Confident in working with senior and executive level leaders preferred.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• High level of integrity and professionalism.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong working knowledge with risk management frameworks and methodologies.

• Experience with compliance management software and tools.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Worldpay perks - what we’ll bring for you

We know it’s bigger than just your career. It’s your life, and your world. That’s why we offer global benefits and programs to support you at every stage. Here’s a taste of what you can expect.

• A competitive salary and benefits.

• Time to support charities and give back to your community.

• Parental leave policy.

• Global recognition platform.

• Virgin Pulse access.

• Global employee assistance program.

What makes a Worldpayer

At Worldpay, we take our Values seriously, and we live them every day. Think like a customer, Act like an owner, and Win as a team.

• Curious. Humble. Creative. We ask the right questions, listening and learning to get better every day. We simplify the complex and we’re always looking to create a bigger impact for our colleagues and customers.

• Empowered. Accountable. Dynamic. We stay agile, using our initiative, taking calculated risks to progress. Never standing still, never settling, we work at pace to achieve our goals. We champion our ideas and stay flexible to make them happen. We know that every action adds up.

• Determined. Inclusive. Open. Unlocking potential means working as one global community. Our work spans borders, and we stay united by our purpose. We collaborate, always encouraging others to perform at their best, welcoming new perspectives.

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Worldpayer.

Apply now to write the next chapter in your career. We can’t wait to hear from you.

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