Job Description

A leading international financial services firm in Paris is seeking a Compliance Officer to oversee regulatory compliance, market conduct monitoring, and compliance risk management within a dynamic capital markets environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor client compliance matters, including service suitability and product eligibility in line with MiFID II requirements
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations, including MiFID II, MiFIR, and MAR
• Conduct market activity surveillance and monitor trading-related compliance risks
• Maintain and update the compliance control framework and related procedures
• Monitor adherence to internal and external regulatory requirements, including ACPR obligations
• Perform regulatory watch activities and identify emerging compliance risks
• Assess non-compliance risks and integrate findings into the broader risk mapping framework
• Support and guide junior team members and contribute to resolving complex compliance matters
• Conduct detailed reviews and translate findings into actionable process improvements
• Track remediation actions and ensure implementation of corrective measures
• Contribute to the digitalization and automation of compliance processes, including the use of AI-driven tools

Requirements

• Degree in Business, Law, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in control or compliance functions within an investment firm environment
• At least 4 years of senior-level compliance experience with team coordination or supervisory responsibilities in a bank or financial institution.
• Strong understanding of financial markets and order execution activities
• Solid knowledge of European financial regulations, including MiFID II, MiFIR, and MAR
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and process improvement capabilities
• Experience in audit is considered an advantage
• Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder management skills
• Autonomous, reliable, and highly detail-oriented working style
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Fluency in French and English`