MasterCard
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart, and accessible. Our technology, innovation, partnerships, and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses, and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and Summary Director, Legal Compliance Please note: This role is based in our Peterborough office (PE7 8FJ). Candidates must be comfortable working from our office 3 days per week. The Mastercard Prepaid Management Services (MPMS) Compliance Team is responsible for ensuring the MPMS business adheres to all regulatory requirements, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) policies and legislation. The Director, Legal Compliance, reports to the VP Compliance, Risk & Fraud and provides direction and support for the implementation and oversight of the business compliance program, including AML, Sanctions, Treating Customers Fairly, and Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) globally. Key Accountabilities Deputize for the VP Global Compliance, as required. Manage a team of Analysts within the EMEAA region. Produce, implement, and maintain compliance risk assessments, policies, and procedures to ensure they align with relevant legislation, industry guidance, and issuer requirements, covering areas such as AML, Customer Due Diligence (CDD), TCF, identity theft, vulnerable customers, PEPs, sanctions screening, distributor oversight, program risk assessments, and risk control matrices. Develop appropriate program frameworks for issuer compliance and AML requirements, including system development, operational processes, and resource needs. Manage ongoing compliance relationships with issuers, including new product initiatives, AML monitoring, SAR reporting, TCF policy review, and regular communication. Maintain and develop AML monitoring programs in line with regulations and issuer requirements, including transaction reporting and suspicious activity reporting. Oversee AML transaction monitoring and PEP & Sanctions screening systems, including configuration and testing. Manage sanctions screening programs for cardholders, distributors, and corporates across regions, ensuring compliance with regulations and guidance. Review and assess new business projects and design compliance controls to ensure regulatory adherence. Approve new market or product launches as applicable. Represent MPMS Compliance in technical change and delivery at PI Planning events. Review and approve marketing materials, including financial promotions, in line with industry guidance and issuer requirements. Manage and oversee staff training on AML, CTF, anti-bribery, and TCF, including material updates and tracking completion. Review departmental processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Support process improvements related to KYC and compliance. Act as escalation point for compliance queries. Provide regular reporting and MI to the VP Global Compliance and escalate issues as needed. Manage internal and external audits, including documentation and improvements. Assist with HMRC MSB registration maintenance. Stay updated on industry and regulatory developments, maintaining relationships with relevant teams and proactively responding to changes. Assess regulatory impacts and design controls for AML, sanctions, anti-bribery, and TCF policies. Maintain accurate records in compliance with regulations and issuer requirements. Core Skills Significant experience in a senior compliance role within financial services. ACAMS/ICA certification. Bachelor's Degree or higher. Expertise in AML regulations and sanctions across regions. Ability to interpret regulations and develop practical procedures. Discretion handling sensitive information. Strong communication skills for engaging stakeholders. Relationship-building skills. Analytical mindset with attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Knowledge of prepaid card/electronic money products. Corporate Security Responsibility All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks carry inherent risks. Every employee must: Follow Mastercard's security policies. Ensure confidentiality and integrity of accessed information. Report any security violations or breaches. Complete mandatory security training.
Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart, and accessible. Our technology, innovation, partnerships, and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses, and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and Summary Director, Legal Compliance Please note: This role is based in our Peterborough office (PE7 8FJ). Candidates must be comfortable working from our office 3 days per week. The Mastercard Prepaid Management Services (MPMS) Compliance Team is responsible for ensuring the MPMS business adheres to all regulatory requirements, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) policies and legislation. The Director, Legal Compliance, reports to the VP Compliance, Risk & Fraud and provides direction and support for the implementation and oversight of the business compliance program, including AML, Sanctions, Treating Customers Fairly, and Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) globally. Key Accountabilities Deputize for the VP Global Compliance, as required. Manage a team of Analysts within the EMEAA region. Produce, implement, and maintain compliance risk assessments, policies, and procedures to ensure they align with relevant legislation, industry guidance, and issuer requirements, covering areas such as AML, Customer Due Diligence (CDD), TCF, identity theft, vulnerable customers, PEPs, sanctions screening, distributor oversight, program risk assessments, and risk control matrices. Develop appropriate program frameworks for issuer compliance and AML requirements, including system development, operational processes, and resource needs. Manage ongoing compliance relationships with issuers, including new product initiatives, AML monitoring, SAR reporting, TCF policy review, and regular communication. Maintain and develop AML monitoring programs in line with regulations and issuer requirements, including transaction reporting and suspicious activity reporting. Oversee AML transaction monitoring and PEP & Sanctions screening systems, including configuration and testing. Manage sanctions screening programs for cardholders, distributors, and corporates across regions, ensuring compliance with regulations and guidance. Review and assess new business projects and design compliance controls to ensure regulatory adherence. Approve new market or product launches as applicable. Represent MPMS Compliance in technical change and delivery at PI Planning events. Review and approve marketing materials, including financial promotions, in line with industry guidance and issuer requirements. Manage and oversee staff training on AML, CTF, anti-bribery, and TCF, including material updates and tracking completion. Review departmental processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Support process improvements related to KYC and compliance. Act as escalation point for compliance queries. Provide regular reporting and MI to the VP Global Compliance and escalate issues as needed. Manage internal and external audits, including documentation and improvements. Assist with HMRC MSB registration maintenance. Stay updated on industry and regulatory developments, maintaining relationships with relevant teams and proactively responding to changes. Assess regulatory impacts and design controls for AML, sanctions, anti-bribery, and TCF policies. Maintain accurate records in compliance with regulations and issuer requirements. Core Skills Significant experience in a senior compliance role within financial services. ACAMS/ICA certification. Bachelor's Degree or higher. Expertise in AML regulations and sanctions across regions. Ability to interpret regulations and develop practical procedures. Discretion handling sensitive information. Strong communication skills for engaging stakeholders. Relationship-building skills. Analytical mindset with attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Knowledge of prepaid card/electronic money products. Corporate Security Responsibility All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks carry inherent risks. Every employee must: Follow Mastercard's security policies. Ensure confidentiality and integrity of accessed information. Report any security violations or breaches. Complete mandatory security training.
Amazon
rekindle program Note: For more details on the rekindle program, please visit - Amazon Rekindle Program Amazon is seeking an International Tax Analyst to play a key role in income tax compliance and reporting for Amazon's legal entities in EMEA. Key job responsibilities Prepare local tax provisions for the Amazon entities under US GAAP, IFRS, Local GAAP, including preparation of current and deferred tax calculations, disclosures and journal entries for the Interim and Year End Financial Statements. Preparation of US GAAP tax packs for regular US GAAP Reporting. Preparation of EMEA Corporation Tax Returns, other tax filings and supporting work papers. Preparation of Advance Tax Payment calculations. Support the local tax payment process, including Corporation Tax. Support international aspects of Amazon's worldwide provision. Research effects of various international transactions. Support international tax compliance and reporting aspects of mergers and acquisitions (due diligence and integration). Support US and international tax controversy teams on tax audits. Assist with process improvements and automation implementation throughout the foreign tax reporting and compliance process. A day in the life In this role, you will support the EMEA International Tax Senior Manager group on the tax reporting (direct tax returns & tax accounting) as well as on international aspects of Amazon's worldwide income tax provision. This position will also support the US and international tax controversy teams on audits and the international planning tax team on the compliance and reporting aspects of projects (including M&A and integration) and will work closely together with the EMEA Accounting teams. About the team The Amazon tax department is a fast-paced, team-focused, dynamic environment. The mission of the Foreign Reporting Group is to comply with foreign local tax reporting requirements and manage the worldwide, tax-related filings of Amazon's foreign entities. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree Experience working in a large public accounting firm or multi-national corporate tax department Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications at an advanced level PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS CPA 1+ years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit Accommodations for more information. Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
rekindle program Note: For more details on the rekindle program, please visit - Amazon Rekindle Program Amazon is seeking an International Tax Analyst to play a key role in income tax compliance and reporting for Amazon's legal entities in EMEA. Key job responsibilities Prepare local tax provisions for the Amazon entities under US GAAP, IFRS, Local GAAP, including preparation of current and deferred tax calculations, disclosures and journal entries for the Interim and Year End Financial Statements. Preparation of US GAAP tax packs for regular US GAAP Reporting. Preparation of EMEA Corporation Tax Returns, other tax filings and supporting work papers. Preparation of Advance Tax Payment calculations. Support the local tax payment process, including Corporation Tax. Support international aspects of Amazon's worldwide provision. Research effects of various international transactions. Support international tax compliance and reporting aspects of mergers and acquisitions (due diligence and integration). Support US and international tax controversy teams on tax audits. Assist with process improvements and automation implementation throughout the foreign tax reporting and compliance process. A day in the life In this role, you will support the EMEA International Tax Senior Manager group on the tax reporting (direct tax returns & tax accounting) as well as on international aspects of Amazon's worldwide income tax provision. This position will also support the US and international tax controversy teams on audits and the international planning tax team on the compliance and reporting aspects of projects (including M&A and integration) and will work closely together with the EMEA Accounting teams. About the team The Amazon tax department is a fast-paced, team-focused, dynamic environment. The mission of the Foreign Reporting Group is to comply with foreign local tax reporting requirements and manage the worldwide, tax-related filings of Amazon's foreign entities. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree Experience working in a large public accounting firm or multi-national corporate tax department Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications at an advanced level PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS CPA 1+ years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit Accommodations for more information. Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
