Student Assistant
kompasbank · Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark
- On site
- Part-time
- DKK 30,000 / year
- Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark
Job highlights
- Assist in vendor due diligence and contract optimization.
- Ensure regulatory compliance with DORA and EBA guidelines.
- Manage central contract register and external dependencies.
- Collaborate across departments on vendor processes.
- Gain autonomy and professional growth in fintech.
About the role
Student Assistant Vendor Management
Looking for a student job where you're trusted to make an impact? Join us and help shape the partnerships that power the bank of tomorrow. At kompasbank, we don’t just use software; we orchestrate a world-class ecosystem of digital partners that allow us to operate more efficiently avoiding legacy IT-systems and with a cost base 10 times lower than traditional banks.
Behind every product we offer, there’s a network of carefully selected software providers making it possible. As our new Student Assistant in Vendor Management, you won’t just be "managing suppliers" – you will be at the heart of our platform. You will sit at the intersection of Tech, Legal, and Finance, ensuring that our digital infrastructure is resilient, scalable, and ready to disrupt the European financial sector.
What You Will Be Doing
You will join a fast-paced environment where we move fast and adapt quickly. Your tasks will require structure and a proactive mindset, as you take ownership of:
- Strategic Due Diligence: Assist in assessing new fintech partners and providers, setting the standard for who gets to be part of our platform.
- Commercial Optimization: Support the negotiation and renegotiation of contracts to ensure we hit ambitious performance targets.
- Regulatory Excellence: Help us stay ahead of the curve by monitoring controls in line with DORA and EBA guidelines, ensuring we remain a trusted, regulated institution.
- Portfolio Management: Keep our central contract register audit-ready and structured, giving management a clear overview of our external dependencies.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders across the bank to drive vendor-related processes forward.
What We Expect From You
We are looking for a "Navigator" with a data-driven mindset and an eye for detail.
- You are currently attending a relevant study direction i.e. Business Administration, Law, or Finance.
- You have a genuine interest in how modern organisations manage dependencies and risk.
- You are commercially minded and not afraid to challenge the status quo.
- You are fluent in English (our corporate language).
- You are a natural problem solver who looks beyond established patterns, always eager to design and test innovative methods.
- You are structured and can manage multiple tasks and deadlines without losing track of the details.
- You are comfortable using AI tools and always looking for smarter ways to get things done.
- You are comfortable working across departments and can connect the dots between vendor management and the wider business.
- You are not afraid to ask questions and stay genuinely curious.
What We Offer
- Real Responsibility: A high level of autonomy where you can structure and drive your own tasks.
- Professional Growth: A steep learning curve working alongside seasoned professionals from top banks and fintechs.
- Vibrant Student Culture: Join our Student Forum with 10+ fellow students from CBS, DTU, and KU, organizing social events and fun activities.
- The Perks: A modern office in Vedbæk, free access to our fitness studio, and the legendary Thursday cake and sweets.
Who We Are
With the latest technology and an out-of-the-box mindset, we are building the future role model for business banking. As a neobank, we’ve built our platform from scratch – completely independent of existing structures and processes – and we aim to deliver services and products that make life much easier for small and medium-sized businesses across Europe.
Since opening our doors in August 2021, we have grown by leaps and bounds. With traction in Denmark, Germany, and Spain, we are now considered one of the leading fintechs in the Nordics. In 2024, kompasbank was ranked as #2 on the Sifted 250, a leaderboard highlighting the fastest-growing companies in Europe based on revenue growth.
We can’t wait to hear from you! We will conduct interviews on an ongoing basis. Any questions? Feel free to contact our Head of Vendor Management, Claire Thorsen, claire.thorsen@kompasbank.dk.
Key skills/competency
- Vendor Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Due Diligence
- Regulatory Compliance
- Fintech
- Neobank
- Data Analysis
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Problem Solving
Skills & topics
- Student Assistant
- Vendor Management
- Neobank
- Fintech
- Contract Negotiation
- Due Diligence
- Regulatory Compliance
- DORA
- EBA
- Commercial Optimization
- Portfolio Management
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Business Administration
- Law
- Finance
- AI Tools
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight relevant studies in Business, Law, or Finance. Emphasize commercial mindset and AI tool proficiency.
- Showcase your interest: Clearly articulate your genuine interest in organizational dependencies and risk management.
- Prepare for collaboration: Be ready to discuss how you connect vendor management to wider business goals.
- Demonstrate problem-solving: Highlight instances where you've designed and tested innovative methods.
- Inquire about the role: Reach out to Claire Thorsen at kompasbank.dk with specific questions before applying.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What specific academic fields are most relevant for the Student Assistant Vendor Management role at kompasbank?
- The most relevant academic fields for this Student Assistant Vendor Management position at kompasbank are Business Administration, Law, or Finance. Demonstrating a genuine interest in how organizations manage dependencies and risk within these areas will strengthen your application.
- How does kompasbank use AI tools in its vendor management process?
- kompasbank encourages its team members to be comfortable using AI tools for vendor management. This suggests that AI is leveraged to find smarter ways to manage processes, potentially in areas like data analysis, contract review, or risk assessment, contributing to the bank's efficiency.
- What kind of professional growth opportunities can a Student Assistant expect at kompasbank?
- Student Assistants at kompasbank can expect a steep learning curve working alongside seasoned professionals from top banks and fintechs. The role offers real responsibility with a high level of autonomy, allowing you to structure and drive your own tasks, fostering significant professional growth.
- How does kompasbank foster a vibrant student culture?
- kompasbank fosters a vibrant student culture through its Student Forum, which includes over 10 students from institutions like CBS, DTU, and KU. This forum is dedicated to organizing social events and fun activities, ensuring a strong sense of community among student employees.
- What are kompasbank's key regulatory focuses like DORA and EBA guidelines?
- kompasbank is focused on regulatory excellence, particularly concerning DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act) and EBA (European Banking Authority) guidelines. The Student Assistant will help monitor controls in line with these regulations to ensure the bank remains a trusted and compliant institution.
- What is kompasbank's competitive advantage compared to traditional banks?
- kompasbank's competitive advantage lies in its efficient, digital-first approach, avoiding legacy IT systems. This allows for a cost base that is up to 10 times lower than traditional banks, coupled with a focus on orchestrating a world-class ecosystem of digital partners.
- How does the Vendor Management team contribute to kompasbank's disruption of the European financial sector?
- The Vendor Management team is central to kompasbank's mission by ensuring its digital infrastructure, powered by a network of carefully selected software providers, is resilient and scalable. This supports the bank's goal of disrupting the European financial sector with efficient, modern banking services.