regulatory compliance consultant in financial services

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Regulatory Compliance Consultant with solid experience in banking compliance and a strong understanding of current and emerging regulatory frameworks. This role will support clients—primarily financial institutions—by delivering practical, risk-focused compliance solutions and advising on the impact of regulatory developments.

The key responsibilities of this role will include:

• Contribute to a range of regulatory compliance advisory projects, including:
  

• Internal audits, internal control system assessments, and regulatory compliance reviews

• Evaluation and enhancement of governance structures and control environments

• Provide advisory support on core banking regulatory areas, such as:

• PSD, MiFID II, Market Abuse Regulation (MAR), Conflict of Interest, Outsourcing, GDPR, DORA, and AI-related regulations or other related with Financial Institutions regulations

• Assist in developing and updating compliance policies, procedures, and operational manuals.

• Conduct regulatory analysis and ongoing monitoring of relevant European and international legislation (e.g., ESMA, EBA, ECB, FATF), and assess their impact on clients.

• Translate regulatory developments into clear, actionable recommendations and support clients in their implementation efforts.

• Advice on compliance functions and help define roles, reporting lines, and internal escalation mechanisms.

• Assist in regulatory gap assessments, compliance risk assessments, and internal reporting for senior stakeholders.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (legal, audit, tech, risk) to deliver integrated and client-specific solutions.

• Build strong relationships with clients and serve as a go-to advisor for regulatory compliance needs.

• Participate in business development, including regulatory research, proposal preparation, and thought leadership content.

To be successful at this role you need the following (hard and soft skills):

• 3 to 7 years of professional experience in regulatory compliance, internal audit, or risk advisory—preferably within the banking or financial services sector.
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or Law. A Master’s degree is a plus.
  

• Professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CFE, CAMS, ICA) are highly valued.
  

• Strong working knowledge of European regulations
  

• Familiarity with European regultions is an advantage.
  

• Demonstrated ability to interpret and monitor regulatory changes and assess their operational impact.
  

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Greek and English.
  

• Strong analytical and reporting skills; experience in preparing structured compliance documentation.
  

• Proficiency in MS Office; exposure to GRC tools or compliance monitoring platforms is a plus.
  

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality outcomes under tight timelines.
  

• Ethical, collaborative, and committed to ongoing learning and professional development.
  

What’s in it for You?

At Grant Thornton Greece, we believe that great work deserves great rewards! Here’s what you can look forward to:

• 🌈 Diverse and inclusive workplace

• 🏋️‍♂️ Friendly, Dynamic Working environment

• 💰 Competitive Salary & Bonus

• 🩺 Insurance Program for all GT members

• 👩‍🏫 Fully funded Training & Professional Qualifications

• 🏖 Extra Days-off: August Freedays, Volunteering Days, Early leave days

• 🏃🏽‍♂️ Corporate Sports Teams (e.g., Running, Basketball, Volleyball)

• 🎁 Exclusive Discounts: Special offers and discounts for employees

• 🚗 Company Car (depending on job level)