Compliance Officer

ur-capital; France; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ur-capital, a leading international financial services firm in Paris, is seeking a Compliance Officer. The role involves overseeing regulatory compliance, monitoring market conduct, and managing compliance risks within a dynamic capital markets environment. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with MiFID II and other regulations, conducting surveillance, and guiding junior team members. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field, with at least 3 years of compliance experience and strong knowledge of European financial regulations. Fluency in French and English is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in control or compliance functions within an investment firm.
• At least 4 years of senior-level compliance experience with team coordination.
• Strong understanding of financial markets and order execution activities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor client compliance matters in line with MiFID II requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations.
• Conduct market activity surveillance and monitor compliance risks.

Skills

Regulatory compliance understanding

Market conduct monitoring

Risk management

Team coordination

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Business, Law, Finance, or related field

Job description

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
• 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