Chara Andreou

Background

About Chara Andreou

Senior Regulatory Compliance Officer at payabl, one of the leading paytechs, providing services to merchants all over EU. As an Assistant Manager at PwC Cyprus, I provided International Compliance and Advisory Services to businesses across various sectors and jurisdictions, such as Investment Funds, Payment and Electronic Money Institutions. I advised on the optimal structure, regulatory framework, and market practices to satisfy the requirements and apply for licenses from different regulators, such as CySEC and Central Bank of Cyprus. I hold an MSc in Sustainability and Consultancy from the University of Leeds and a BSc in Public and Business Administration/Finance from the University of Cyprus. I am also a holder of the Advanced certificate issued by CySEC and have also successfully undertaken the PIEMA certification. I have developed expertise in PSD2, the Payment Services Directive that regulates the payment services market in the EU, and helped clients comply with its rules and standards. I am passionate about sustainability, innovation, and regulation, and I aim to leverage my skills and knowledge to create positive impact and value for businesses and society.