OUR CLIENT — is a licensed EMI based in Lithuania, operating in a fast-paced fintech environment. As a small and agile startup, it is looking for a hands-on, execution-oriented Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) who understands the regulatory scope of an EMI and is ready to take ownership from day one. The company is a startup, so while it values experience, it also needs flexibility, a hands-on approach, and a commitment to building long-term value.
Responsibilities
Regulatory Ownership & Communication
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies: Bank of Lithuania (BoL), FCIS (FNTT), VMI, Registrų Centras;
• Manage and oversee reporting systems and portals (REGATA, CENTROlink, etc.);
• Handle access management and official communications with authorities;
Compliance Framework & Oversight
• Maintain and continuously improve compliance policies and procedures;
• Supervise all regulatory reporting, risk mapping, and second-line responsibilities;
• Oversee internal audits, quarterly KRIs, and ensure remediation plans are on track;
• Coordinate testing of internal systems to ensure AML/CFT and fraud processes align with regulatory standards;
Outsourcing & Vendor Management
• Supervise compliance-related vendors (Sumsub, CISO, legal advisors, auditors);
• Maintain outsourcing registers and perform annual assessments as required by BoL;
Operational & Team Management
• Lead and support the compliance team, working closely with the COO and MLRO, Financial Officer, Sanction Officer, DPO, and CISO;
• Ensure internal training programs are in place and properly documented;
• Prepare board materials, minutes, resolutions, and ensure timely execution of board decisions;
Reporting
• Oversee and/or prepare all regulatory submissions (EM0010, EM008 series, MMR-SAK, CESOP, etc.);
• Coordinate tax and operational risk-related reports with finance and CISO teams;
• Experience in a compliance role at an EMI or regulated financial institution (preferably in Lithuania or another EU country);
• In-depth knowledge of BoL requirements, regulatory reporting, and outsourcing obligations;
• Capable of both defining the strategic roadmap and executing on the operational details;
• Strong communication skills, a proactive mindset, and a structured working method.
• Fluency in Lithuanian and English is required;
• Initial period (probation): Full-time, in-office in Vilnius to ensure effective onboarding and close collaboration; post-probation: hybrid model — 3 days in the office.
• Gross monthly salary: €5,000 – €7,000, depending on experience and fit.
• Opportunity to grow professionally in a fast-paced company with ambitious goals.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.