Title: Internal Control ManagerLocation: Paris, France
About the ClientOur client, a well-established bank based in Paris, is looking for an experienced Internal Control Manager to join its Second Line of Defence. You will lead the bank’s permanent control programme, testing how well key processes are controlled and making sure the business meets French and European regulatory requirements. You will help build a strong control culture and give senior management a clear view of risk across the organisation.
Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver the annual internal control plan, mapping processes end to end and testing Level 2 controls across all business and support areasMaintain the risk and control register and set testing frequency based on riskIdentify control gaps, carry out root-cause analysis, and agree remediation plans with business owners through to closureReview new and updated policies, procedures, products, and systems before launch, assessing inherent risk and the strength of controlsMonitor prudential risk management and regulatory reporting, including periodic reviews of reporting data flows, against ACPR and EU requirementsProduce assignment reports, periodic breach reporting, and the annual internal control report for senior management and the BoardAct as a key contact for regulators and auditors, coordinating inspections and tracking recommendations to resolutionStrengthen data protection controls and deliver internal control awareness training across the organisation
Key RequirementsMaster’s degree in Banking, Finance, Audit, Business, Engineering, or a related field5–7 years in internal control, internal audit, or compliance, ideally at a French or European bank, or in consulting with finance and control experienceSolid knowledge of the French and European banking regulatory framework, including prudential riskStrong grasp of control testing, risk assessment methods, and the Three Lines of Defence modelGood working knowledge of bank accounting, banking products, and core banking IT systemsFamiliarity with GDPR and data protection requirementsFluent in French and English, with strong report-writing skills for senior audiencesOrganised and self-driven, with the confidence to challenge and build relationships at all levels