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Security Compliance & Governance Team Lead

TrendyolIstanbul / Maslak13h ago

ABOUT THE TEAM

We’re shaping the future of financial technology at Trendyol.

As Trendyol’s technology teams, we’re not only building for today we’re designing the financial experiences of tomorrow. From payment infrastructure and digital wallets to smart credit systems and personalized financial services, we create solutions that empower millions of users across our ecosystem.

With Trendyol Pay, we enable fast, secure, and seamless payment journeys. Through Trendyol Finance, we develop inclusive and accessible products that simplify financial decisions.

We are united by a shared purpose:To create a positive impact in our ecosystem by enabling commerce through technology

About the role

As a Security Compliance & Governance Team Lead, you will be responsible for leading the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of compliance and governance programs across the organization to ensure regulatory adherence, ethical conduct.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of compliance and governance programs across the organization to ensure regulatory adherence, ethical conduct, and sound corporate governance.

Develop and maintain company-wide compliance strategies aligned with business goals, regulatory requirements, and risk appetite.

Monitor and assess compliance risks related to laws, regulations, and internal policies; define and execute mitigation plans to minimize exposure.

Drive and oversee third-party compliance due diligence, policy enforcement, and audit readiness activities.

Establish and maintain frameworks for policy management, control monitoring, and issue remediation to ensure compliance maturity and operational integrity.

Partner with risk management, legal, and internal audit teams to align governance initiatives with enterprise risk management practices.

Use metrics, OKRs, and performance indicators to measure and continuously enhance the maturity of compliance and governance programs.

Represent Compliance & Governance in cross-functional leadership forums and contribute to the strategic direction of the broader corporate governance function.

Expected Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

7+ years of experience in compliance, governance, or risk management, with at least 2 years in a leadership or team management role.

Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance management frameworks and governance policies.

Strong understanding of regulatory environments such as PCI DSS, GDPR, ISO 27001 SOX, ETK or similar

Demonstrated ability to collaborate across legal, risk, and business functions to drive compliance initiatives

Analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to leverage data for informed decision-making and prioritization

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence senior leaders

Professional certifications such as CISM, CRMA, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, or equivalent are preferredFluent in English (both written and verbal)

What We Offer

A hybrid working model with flexibility — a schedule that helps you find the right balance between flexibility and team bonding, including work-from-abroad opportunities and a summer working model.

A customizable FlexBenefits budget — Adjust your daily meal allowance, choose your health insurance package (and extend it to your spouse or children), and pick from additional benefits like fuel support or Trendyol shopping credits.

Comprehensive wellbeing support — Take advantage of our extended health package, which includes annual mini health screenings, access to location-based in-house doctors, psychologist and dietitian support, and HPV vaccination coverage.

Personalized training allowance and learning opportunities — Use your annual budget for any training or conference of your choice, explore our Learning Management System (LMS) anytime, and join in-person learning sessions offered throughout the year.

Responsibility from day one — Take full ownership from the start in a culture where every voice is heard and valued.

A diverse, international team — Collaborate with global peers across our offices in Berlin, Amsterdam, Dubai, and beyond, in a startup-spirited and collaborative environment.

Opportunities to grow with the best — Tackle meaningful challenges, develop through hands-on experience, and grow with the support of expert guidance and global mentoring.

Meaningful connections beyond tasks — Be part of team rituals, events, and social activities that help us stay connected and inspired.

Take the Next Step

If this role excites you, apply now and let’s take the next step together.

Want to get to know the team better first? Explore our Career Website, LinkedIn, or YouTube to learn more about #LifeatTrendyol and how we work.

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