Compliance Officer

UR Capital; Paris; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

UR Capital in Paris is seeking a Compliance Officer to oversee regulatory compliance, market conduct monitoring, and compliance risk management within a dynamic capital markets environment.

The role requires a degree in Business, Law, or Finance and 3+ years in control or compliance, with 4+ years at senior level including team coordination. Fluency in French and English is expected as part of a fast-paced, international setting.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Law, Finance or related field.
• 3+ years in control or compliance in an investment firm.
• 4+ years in senior compliance with team coordination or supervision.

Responsibilities

• Monitor client compliance matters including service suitability and product eligibility per MiFID II.
• Ensure compliance with MiFID II, MiFIR and MAR.
• Conduct market activity surveillance and monitor trading-related compliance risks.
• Maintain and update the compliance control framework and procedures.
• Monitor adherence to regulatory requirements including ACPR obligations.
• Perform regulatory watch and identify emerging risks.
• Assess non-compliance risks and update risk mappings.
• Guide junior team members and resolve complex matters.
• Translate findings into actionable process improvements.
• Track remediation actions and ensure corrective actions.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Team coordination

Education

Degree in Business, Law, Finance

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\`