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# Compliance Officer, Oversight at Adyen

- **Company:** Adyen
- **Location:** Chicago, IL
- **Posted:** 2026-10-20
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-21
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/adyen/jobs/8274392

## Job description

This is Adyen

Adyen provides payments, data, and financial products in a single solution for customers like Meta, Uber, H&M, and Microsoft - making us the financial technology platform of choice. At Adyen, everything we do is engineered for ambition.

For our teams, we create an environment with opportunities for our people to succeed, backed by the culture and support to ensure they are enabled to truly own their careers. We are motivated individuals who tackle unique technical challenges at scale and solve them as a team. Together, we deliver innovative and ethical solutions that help businesses achieve their ambitions faster.

Compliance Oversight Officer

Our fast-paced Compliance team is looking for a Compliance Oversight Officer with experience in performing compliance oversight procedures in the payments and/or finance industry. A successful candidate must have strong communication, critical thinking and analytical skills. This person must be able to work as a business partner to connect with a wide range of teams, including risk, legal, finance and sales, and provide pragmatic advice and guidance to build sustainable growth.

## What you’ll do

- Execute second-line quality assurance testing procedures across various risks, including customer onboarding, anti-money laundering reviews, ongoing monitoring and terminations, in line with the compliance oversight program;
- Identify critical risks to the business through quality assurance testing and partner with first line stakeholders to complete remediation;
- Contribute to the operational efficiency, planning, and execution of new and existing quality assurance programs;
- Support development of quarterly reporting on compliance program performance and deliver to management;
- Deliver training to teams as part of uplifting oversight methodology and proper control adherence;
- Contribute to customer oversight reviews to identify risks and assess corresponding mitigating controls;
- Proactively create efficient and data-driven approaches to oversight solutions;
- Collaborate with the compliance team on the further development of the compliance program;
- Execute on initiatives set forth in the annual compliance governance program;
- Support key initiatives that assess and enhance Adyen’s controls for core functions, such as onboarding, risk-based due diligence, and ongoing monitoring;
- Drive the development of oversight methodology relating to first line business processes; and
- Advise the business on enhancement of compliance procedures as required.

## Who you are

- You have 1-3 years experience in a role within a second line compliance team, oversight function, and/or internal or external audit function;
- You are an analytical thinker and problem-solver possessing the ability to be meticulous and detail-oriented to draft and monitor on the implementation of relevant business processes, procedures, and policies;
- You have a keen eye and passion for identifying risks while thoughtfully crafting remediation plans to promptly mitigate them;
- You are a strong communicator who is able to adjust your style and tone of communication, both verbally and in writing, to tailor it to your audience;
- You are a self-starter and able to project manage multiple initiatives concurrently that uplift the compliance program without sacrificing quality;
- You are comfortable and confident being the primary contact within the region, representing the team’s responsibilities;
- You have solid interpersonal skills and are specifically able to liaise and connect with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, as well as merchants, from varying disciplines and cultures; and
- You are excited about working with an international team who will provide different perspectives and sharpen your ideas.

Total rewards & compensation

The annual base salary range for this role is $110,000 - $145,000. Compensation is based on factors including qualifications, experience, and location. Total compensation package includes equity (RSUs), 401(k), health, dental, vision, and more.

In-office expectations

This role is based in our Chicago office. We're an office-first company and expect employees to work in-office at least 3 days a week on average. This approach helps strike a balance between bringing people together for in-person collaboration and learning from each other, while also supporting flexibility.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Adyen

We actively seek different perspectives to sharpen our ideas. Our unique culture is a product of our diverse backgrounds and experiences. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you’re welcome to be your true self at Adyen.

If you need accommodations or support during the recruitment process to perform at your best, you’ll have the opportunity to let our team know in your application. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

What’s next?

Ensuring a smooth and enjoyable candidate experience is critical for us. We aim to get back to you regarding your application within 5 business days. Our [interview process](https://careers.adyen.com/faqs) tends to take about 4 weeks to complete, but may fluctuate depending on the role. If you have specific time constraints, please communicate them with your recruiter, and we’ll do our best to accommodate them where possible.

## EEO statement

Adyen is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Work Eligibility

You must be work authorized in the United States without the need for new visa sponsorship. The company can support visa transfers but will not sponsor individuals for H-1B CAP applications.

## About Adyen

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Adyen provides a unified financial technology platform with end-to-end payment capabilities, data insights, and financial products designed for ambitious global businesses.
- **Entity Type**: Public (ticker not specified in provided sources)
- **Headquarters**: Amsterdam, Netherlands
- **Founded**: 2006
- **Founders**: Pieter van der Does (Co-founder, CEO) and others

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Financial technology (fintech) – payments, embedded finance, and data analytics.
- Target customers: B2B, Enterprise (retail, travel & hospitality, SaaS platforms, marketplaces, food & beverage, digital media, financial services).
- Mission: “Engineered for ambition” – help businesses grow faster with a single, modern platform.

## Products & Services
- **Unified Payments Platform**: Accept, settle, and move money online, in-app, and in-store via one API supporting 200+ local payment methods and 150+ currencies.
- **Adyen for Platforms**: Enables marketplaces and SaaS platforms to manage payments, payouts, and money movement for their users.
- **Adyen Issuing**: Issue physical and virtual cards under the client’s brand.
- **Adyen Embedded Finance**: Embed payments, accounts, card issuing, and capital into third-party products.
- **Risk Management & Fraud Tools**: Built‑in optimization to reduce fraud and lower payment costs.
- **Terminal API & Point of Sale (POS)**: Integrated in‑person payment hardware.
- **Adyen Giving**: Donation feature for charitable contributions at checkout.
- **Adyen Agentic** (new): AI‑platform commerce capabilities.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not provided in search results (public company).
- **Key Metric**: Processed volume of €970.1 BN in 2023 [adyen.com/about].
- **Notable Customers/Partners**: Meta, Nord Security, L’Occitane, Rectangle Health, Vagaro, Groupon (first global enterprise merchant) [adyen.com].
- **Growth Signals**:
  - 4,000+ employees representing 115+ nationalities [adyen.com/about].
  - 28–29 offices across Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East [adyen.com/about].
  - Obtained US, UK, EU banking licenses and acquiring licenses in Japan, UAE, Malaysia, Puerto Rico, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand [adyen.com/about].
  - Launched Adyen Agentic and continues to expand embedded finance offerings.

## Competitive Advantages
- 99.999% historical platform uptime [adyen.com].
- Single API that supports multiple use cases and channels, reducing integration complexity.
- Fully in‑house built technology (no third‑party patchwork).
- Direct acquiring licenses in multiple regions, providing local expertise and compliance.
- Data‑driven optimizations powered by trillions of euros in transaction data.
- Engineering‑first culture with a focus on speed, autonomy, and long‑term thinking.

## Strategic Focus
- Expand global footprint and acquiring licenses.
- Grow embedded finance and platform products (Adyen for Platforms, Issuing, Capital).
- Launch AI‑powered commerce via Adyen Agentic.
- Maintain high reliability and compliance (US, UK, EU banking licenses).
- Attract and retain top engineering talent to solve complex financial challenges.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Office‑first” with flexibility – believes in‑person collaboration builds genuine connection [careers.adyen.com].
- **Benefits**: “Adyen+” monthly financial contribution for individual needs (childcare, language courses, home office setup), plus health insurance, commute allowance, lunch in office, and local benefits.
- **Engineering**: Engineers tackle unique challenges in financial technology; culture emphasizes launching fast, iterating, winning as a team, and creating your own path (“The Adyen Formula”).
- **Global Team**: 115+ nationalities across 28 offices; diverse, collaborative environment.

## Sources
1. [adyen.com/about](https://www.adyen.com/about)
2. [adyen.com](https://www.adyen.com/)
3. [careers.adyen.com](https://careers.adyen.com/)
4. [careers.adyen.com/vacancies](https://careers.adyen.com/vacancies)
5. [careers.adyen.com/formula](https://careers.adyen.com/formula)

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