Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Experienced Regulatory & AML Officer with 15+ years in the Payment Services and FinTech sectors, driving regulatory compliance, financial crime prevention, and internal governance within EU frameworks. Currently Associate Director – Regulatory & AML Officer at an Italian licensed Payment Institution (part of SEB Bank Group), I lead the Compliance function and coordinate with executive management, Banca d’Italia, and other stakeholders. I’ve successfully led critical projects including the acquisition of the PSD2 license, SCA exemption approval, and the digital transformation of the customer onboarding process. I conduct annual reviews on IVASS/RUI compliance, support distributor registration and training, and ensure full adherence to AML legislation (Leg. Decree 231/2007), UIF guidelines, and EBA/DORA standards. I work across functions—Legal, Finance, Sales, Operations—to ensure alignment, risk mitigation, and business continuity. Core Competencies: – AML/CTF Compliance (KYC, Risk Scoring, Internal Controls) – Regulatory Strategy (PSD2, DORA, AMLD, IVASS) – RUI Oversight & Insurance Distributor Governance – Cross-functional Team Leadership – Audit & Supervisory Reporting – Board Advisory & Internal Communication – Training, Awareness, Crisis Management – EU Cross-Border Coordination
Scholarship at CeSIA, IT systems and services area of Bologna University