Director, Regulatory Compliance at Blackhawk… · Swords

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One4All (part of Blackhawk Network)

One4all is the UK and Ireland’s leading multi-store gift card provider, offering versatile gifting solutions for individuals and businesses. Accepted at over 55,000 retailers including high street favourites, online stores, and local independents, One4all Gift Cards make rewarding easy and meaningful. Whether it’s for employee recognition, customer incentives, or seasonal gifting, One4all helps organisations celebrate and connect with people in a simple, secure, and impactful way.

Overview

Contract: Permanent

Workplace: Hybrid – 2 days in Swords Office

Hours: 37.5

Reports to: Sr. Director, Operations

We are seeking an experienced Regulatory Compliance Director, to act as the single point of contact for all regulatory and AML/CTF requirements for GVS Prepaid Europe (GVSPE), working closely with the Blackhawk EMEA Legal & Compliance team. This is a senior leadership role, holding PCF‑12 (Head of Compliance) and PCF‑52 (Head of AML & CTF) under the Central Bank of Ireland Fitness & Probity regime. You will serve as a trusted advisor to the Board and Senior Management, providing clear, pragmatic guidance on regulatory and legislative change and its impact on the business.

The role is responsible for designing, embedding, and driving an effective compliance framework across GVSPE and its Agents and Distributors (currently Ireland and the Netherlands), ensuring regulatory excellence and best‑practice standards.

Responsibilities

• Act as the regulatory subject matter expert for GVSPE, interpreting CBOI regulations and assessing their impact on the business.
• Lead and oversee compliance with all regulatory and AML/CTF obligations, including the design, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of effective compliance frameworks.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with external stakeholders, including the Central Bank of Ireland, law enforcement, and key partners, ensuring consistent and effective regulatory engagement.
• Hold PCF‑12 (Head of Compliance) and PCF‑52 (Head of AML & CTF) approval, demonstrating regulatory best practice to the CBOI, Board, partners, and customers.
• Provide timely, practical compliance advice to the Board and Senior Management, including regular reporting and insight on legislative and regulatory developments.
• Maintain and enhance policies, procedures, controls, and second‑line compliance frameworks to support a commercial, risk‑based approach.
• Oversee financial crime obligations, including review and escalation of suspicious activity, sanctions and PEP alerts, and AML/CTF reporting where required.
• Design and deliver effective compliance and regulatory training, ensuring employees understand their obligations and the consequences of non‑compliance.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks within financial services, including CBOI rules relevant to electronic money, payments, and financial promotions.
• Experience leading or managing compliance activities within a CBOI‑regulated financial services environment; payments or e‑money experience is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret regulation and apply it pragmatically within a commercial business context.
• Experience engaging with regulators and managing internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear regulatory and management reporting.
• Compliance qualification or equivalent professional experience, with PCF approval experience advantageous.

We seek candidates who not only demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in emerging technologies but have also successfully implemented and utilized AI tools to enhance their work, improve processes, or deliver measurable results. Our teams embrace continuous learning and the thoughtful integration of AI to create meaningful impact – for our employees and the future of work.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: 23 days annual leave, birthday time off and volunteering leave.
• Health & Well-being: Private medical insurance, employee assistance program, enhanced parental leave, and free eye tests.
• Financial Rewards: Group income protection, pension scheme, and exclusive discounts with our bYond/one4all cards.
• Flexibility & Engagement: Hybrid working, office group activities, and support for physical and mental health.
• Recognition: Participate in Flyers, our leading recognition program with financial rewards.
• Hybrid – typically 2 days per week in the office. We’re open to flexible working arrangements and will consider reasonable adjustments in line with individual needs.

Candidate Journey at BHN:

• Stage 1: Shortlisting of suitable candidates
• Stage 2: Screening Call
• Stage 3: Interview(s) with Hiring Manager(s)
• Stage 4: Feedback/Hired

Join us and be part of a company that’s shaping the future of branded payments. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

Blackhawk Network is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.