About the role
Company Description We’re Checkout.com - you might not know our name, but we’re behind many of the digital experiences people use every day. When you book a holiday, order food, renew a subscription or check out online with brands like Spotify, Klarna, Uber Eats, TikTok, Sony, or eBay, there’s a good chance our technology powers the payment behind the scenes. At Checkout.com , we’re building where the world checks out - enabling over ten billion transactions every year for more than one billion shoppers globally. Our platform helps the world’s most ambitious businesses deliver seamless digital experiences at scale. We’re also building a company designed for people who want to do career-defining work. We move fast, think globally, and believe great teams are built by hiring exceptional people with conviction, curiosity, and a focus on impact. With 20 offices across six continents and London as our HQ, we’re shaping the future of fintech and we’re just getting started. Key
Responsibilities 1. Policy & Governance Framework Global Ownership: Design, implement, and maintain the Global Financial Crime Policy for Anti-Bribery & Corruption, ensuring alignment with local regulations in all operating jurisdictions. Regulatory Horizon Scanning: Monitor global regulatory shifts and translate complex legal
requirements into actionable internal standards. Governance Reporting: Prepare high-quality governance reports and MI for the Board and Senior Management, highlighting emerging risks and policy effectiveness. 2. ABC Specialization (Anti-Bribery & Corruption) ABC Framework Management: Lead the development and enforcement of the Global ABC Policy, specifically targeting high-risk areas such as Incentives and Marketing Joint Ventures. Gifts, Entertainment & Hospitality (GEH): Own the global GEH register. You will define the thresholds, manage the approval workflow, and perform periodic audits to ensure compliance. Third-Party Risk: Work closely with Procurement to ensure robust ABC due diligence is performed on vendors, partners, and joint venture participants. Advisory: Act as the primary point of contact for the business on complex ABC queries, providing pragmatic advice that balances commercial goals with regulatory safety. 3. Risk Assessment & Training EWRA Support: Contribute to the Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA) by identifying specific vulnerabilities related to anti-bribery and corruption and policy gaps. Culture of Compliance: Develop and deliver specialized training sessions for high-risk departments (Sales, Marketing, Partnerships) regarding bribery risks and proper disclosure protocols. About You Experience: 5+ years in Financial Crime Compliance, specifically within a Policy, Governance, or ABC-focused role (FinTech or Payments experience is a major plus). Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of the UK Bribery Act, US FCPA, and global AML/Sanctions standards (FATF). Operational Mindset: You don’t just write policies; you know how to build the process (e.g., automated registers, clear approval hierarchies) that makes compliance seamless. Communication: Exceptional drafting skills. You can explain complex regulatory concepts to a non-compliance audience without losing the nuance. Integrity: Unwavering ethical standards and the confidence to provide "challenge" to senior stakeholders when necessary. Additional Information Bring all of you to work We create the conditions for high performers to thrive, through real ownership, fewer blockers, and work that makes a difference from day one. Here, you’ll move fast, take on meaningful challenges, and be recognized for the impact you deliver. It’s a place where ambition gets met with opportunity, and where your growth is in your hands. We work as one team, and we back each other to succeed. So whatever your background or identity, if you’re ready to grow and make a difference, you’ll be right at home here. It’s important we set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable. Life at Checkout.com We understand that work is just one part of your life. Our hybrid working model offers flexibility, with three days per week in the office to support collaboration and connection. Curious about what it’s like to be part of our team? Visit our Careers Page to learn more about our culture, open roles, and what drives us. For a closer look at daily life at Checkout.com , follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram