Compliance Director & DPO

We are Qualco Group, a leading fintech organisation with over 25 years of experience delivering innovative technology solutions to banks and financial institutions. Serving clients in over 30 countries, we leverage advanced technologies, such as AI and analytics, to develop proprietary software and platforms that accelerate digital transformation and generate lasting value for businesses, society, and the broader economy. As a Compliance Director & DPO, you will operate at senior leadership level, shaping Group-wide compliance, privacy, and AI governance strategy, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations including GDPR, AI Act, and other emerging frameworks. Responsibilities Lead and define the Group Compliance & Data Protection strategy across all entities. Act as trusted advisor to Board, Audit Committee, and Executive Management on compliance, privacy, and AI-related risks. Oversee implementation of EU AI Act, including classification, risk assessment, controls and monitoring of AI systems. Govern AI policies, standards, and procedures (AI governance framework, model validation, monitoring). Ensure integration of compliance into business strategy, product design and digital transformation initiatives. Strengthen second-line oversight across Risk, Internal Controls, Information Security and Governance functions. Fulfill DPO obligations at Group level ensuring independence. Oversee data protection strategy, DPIAs, FRIAs, TIAs, data governance, cross-border data flows and regulatory engagement. Lead regulatory interactions with Data Protection Authorities and other supervisory bodies. Drive compliance culture and accountability across business lines and subsidiaries. Contribute to the enhancements of GRC frameworks, risk appetite alignment, and compliance monitoring mechanisms. Lead large-scale regulatory and transformation programs (e.g., AI governance, data governance, Technology Law related frameworks).