Nasdaq

Head of Compliance and Risk

Nasdaq

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Netherlands

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support and coordinate the process of obtaining the investment firm license, including preparation of required documentation, regulatory engagement, and ensuring organizational readiness.
  • Establish and maintain a permanent and effective compliance function, ensuring adherence to MiFID II, IFR/IFD, MAR, Dutch AML Act, Dutch Sanctions Act and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
  • Implement a compliance program based on regular and ad hoc risk assessments, with proportionate monitoring aligned to all applicable regulations.
  • Act as primary liaison with AFM/DNB; oversee accurate and timely regulatory reporting.
  • Provide guidance on regulatory changes and product governance obligations.
  • Implement Nasdaq’s ERM framework, including Risk & Control Self-Assessments, Incident Reporting, and Key Risk Indicators.
  • Support compliance with Nasdaq’s Business Continuity and Crisis Management Policy including assisting in the development of Business Continuity Plans and facilitating Crisis Management exercises.
  • Ensure compliance with Board-approved risk and compliance policies; deliver integrated risk and compliance reporting to boards and senior management.
  • Maintain and update internal compliance policies in line with evolving regulatory requirements.
  • Proactively engage with Internal Audit, SOX, Compliance, Information Security, Supplier Risk Management, Business Continuity and other assurance functions to support an integrated approach to risk management.
  • Provide risk and compliance support to Nasdaq’s European markets business, assisting with initiatives and projects as required.

Requirements

  • Proven leadership in compliance within investment firms or financial institutions; strong background in risk management, ideally in capital markets.
  • Strong understanding of AFM and DNB expectations for operational resilience, outsourcing, and enterprise risk oversight.
  • In-depth knowledge of European and Dutch financial supervision laws.
  • Lead risk horizon scanning for EU regulatory developments (e.g. DORA, MiFID II, MAR, MiCA, IFD/IFR) and assess their enterprise risk impact.
  • Fluency in English and Dutch.
  • Ability to implement risk management frameworks in financial services organizations.
  • Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication skills—able to simplify complex concepts and build trusted relationships at all levels.
  • Effective as both an individual contributor and a global team player.
Benefits
  • Annual bonus (monetary bonus and stock units).
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program with discounted Nasdaq shares.
  • Internal mentorship program and extensive online learning resources.
  • Health insurance program.
  • Hybrid work model and Flex Day program (6 days a year additional paid leave).
  • Pension plan
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