Compliance Lead

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We are hiring to our Aviva Services Excellence Centre! Take a look at our job description - maybe it suits you or one of your friends?

About the role – Compliance Lead

Aviva is looking for an experienced Compliance Lead to play a key role in strengthening our compliance, risk, data protection and operational resilience frameworks. This is a second line of defence role with real influence - you will work closely with senior leaders, Management Board and Group stakeholders, providing independent oversight, challenge and guidance across the organisation.

You will have a broad, strategic scope covering GDPR, data governance, third‑party risk and operational resilience, with a real opportunity to shape how Aviva manages operational risk, protects company’s data and builds long‑term trust in a growing international business.

What will you be doing?

• Providing second line of defence oversight across compliance, risk, data protection and operational resilience

• Ensuring compliance with Aviva Group standards, GDPR and regulatory requirements

• Overseeing data governance, personal data protection and third‑party compliance, including escalation of material risks and non‑compliances

• Coordinating risk management, compliance reviews and annual attestations

• Leading business continuity and operational resilience activities, including BIAs, scenario testing and crisis preparedness

• Preparing clear, high‑quality reports for the Management Board and Committees

• Building a strong compliance culture through guidance, training and effective stakeholder collaboration

What we’re looking for?

• Strong, hands‑on experience in compliance, risk management and data protection (GDPR) within a regulated environment

• Proven ability to operate as a trusted second line of defence, providing independent challenge and senior‑level insight

• Experience working cross‑functionally with senior leaders, IT, Cyber Security, Legal and external vendors

• Confidence in assessing risks, making sound judgments and influencing decision‑makers

• University degree in a relevant field; professional certifications (e.g. CCO, CRM, CIPP/E) are a strong advantage

• English at C1 level

In Aviva Services Excellence Centre, we provide:  

• Contract of employment  

• Performance Bonus  

• Private medical care (ENEL-MED)  

• Cafeteria system of benefits (e.g. MultiSport card)  

• Additional parent privileges:  
  - baby leave - 6 weeks leave for second parent  
  - shortened working time after parental leave  

• Employer-funded group insurance  

• Employee Shares Plan  

• Extra day off for birthday  

• Paid time off to volunteer  

• Additional leave acquired over the years in the company (even 5 days more in a year)  

• Wellbeing Leave - additional two weeks paid leave after 10 years of service  

• Psychological support consultations  

• Access to the e-learning platforms  

• Internal employee referral program  

• Hybrid working model from Poland with a few days in Warsaw office per month

• Attractive office location in Warsaw - Gdański Business Center  

• Additional entitlements for people with disabilities - Work Without Barriers  

• Work environment that promotes diversity - Diversity Charter  

Do you see yourself in Aviva Services Excellence Centre? Be sure to apply!   

Aviva is for everyone!

We’ve been ranked the #1 Best Workplace in Poland and #5 for Women by Great Place to Work®! Join a place where you’re empowered to grow, thrive, and shine bright!  

As a signatory to the Diversity Charter, Aviva applies a policy of equal treatment and creates a work environment that is friendly to people with disabilities. We do not require from candidates the date of birth, marital status and attached photos to your CV. We encourage all individuals regardless of gender to apply.  

Most of our people are smart working – spending also time in our office - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.  

We’re inclusive - we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.  

Excited but not sure you tick every box? Research tells us that women, particularly, feel this way. So, regardless of gender, why not apply and try! 

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