IT Governance Risk & Compliance officer

ODDO BHF; Puteaux; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ODDO BHF is seeking an IT Governance professional to ensure regulatory compliance, manage the IT risk framework, and continuously improve the IT operating model in a dynamic banking environment. You will liaise between IT and business teams, support audits, and drive the implementation of governance, risk, and compliance initiatives across an international setting.

This role emphasizes collaboration, documentation, and the advancement of AI adoption within IT Governance, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in IT consulting and/or IT audit in finance.
• Knowledge of European banking IT regulations (France/Germany).
• Experience drafting IT policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ability to lead multiple stakeholders and coordinate actions.
• Fluency in French and English (C2) in speaking and writing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with IT regulatory requirements.
• Manage IT risk framework aligned with risk appetite.
• Improve IT operating model to support digital transformation.
• Liaise between IT and business teams on IT risk/governance.
• Support internal/external IT audit activities.
• Follow up audit recommendations and drive corrective actions.
• Maintain IT governance and risk management framework.
• Design standardized IT processes with Process Owners.
• Promote adoption of AI within IT Governance.

Skills

IT governance

IT risk

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder mgmt

Python/R

AI/Automation

Power BI

French/English fluency

Education

ISACA certification

ITIL / ISO certifications

Tools

Tableau

Python

R

Job description

Within the Group ODDO BHF Information Systems Department, you will report to the Head of IT Governance Paris, who is responsible for IT governance at ODDO BHF SCA. In this role, you will contribute to:

• Ensuring compliance with IT regulatory requirements.
• Managing the IT risk framework in line with the Group’s risk appetite.
• Continuously improving the IT operating model to support the bank’s digital transformation.

You will act as a key liaison between IT teams and business teams on all matters related to IT risk and IT governance.

This position combines communication, coordination, reporting, and documentation in an international environment.

• Support and assist internal and external auditors during IT audit assignments.
• Following the completion of IT audit missions, ensure regular follow-up of audit recommendations by coordinating stakeholders and driving the timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Maintain the existing IT governance and IT risk management framework (strategies, processes, policies, and procedures) in line with internal and external requirements and proactively identify opportunities for improvement based on relevant standards and frameworks (COBIT, ITIL, ISO, etc.).
• Work closely with IT Process Owners to design and implement standardized IT operational processes and contribute to the development of the procedural framework Represent IT Governance in an advisory and support capacity within projects and committees, ensuring that IT governance, risk management, and compliance topics are properly considered and implemented.
• Contribute to accelerating the adoption and daily use of artificial intelligence within the IT Governance team.

Skills you will develop:

• Knowledge of financial sector IT regulations in Europe, with a particular focus on France and Germany.
• Understanding of IT governance frameworks and IT/Cyber risk management practices Insight into IT department operations within the financial sector.
• Understanding of business activities within the financial industry.
• Awareness of the challenges and opportunities related to artificial intelligence within the Group’s information systems.

Required skills:

• At least 2 years of experience in IT consulting and/or IT audit (IT audit, IT risk management, IT compliance, IT project management, business analysis, etc.), ideally within the financial sector.
• Knowledge of banking IT regulations in Europe, particularly in France and Germany.
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices in IT/Cyber governance (including COBIT, ITIL, TOGAF, ISO 27001, NIST).
• Strong understanding of IT organization, environment, and processes.
• Experience in drafting and designing IT policies, procedures, guidelines, and processes.
• Knowledge of dashboarding tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
• Proficiency in programming languages (Python, R, etc.) and in AI and automation technologies (Machine Learning, Deep Learning, RPA, BPA, etc.) is a plus.
• Relevant certifications (ISACA, ITIL, ISO) are considered an advantage.
• Proven ability to lead topics effectively and coordinate multiple stakeholders to achieve expected outcomes.
• Strong analytical skills, persuasive abilities, communication skills, and active listening.
• Fluency at a native or near-native level (C2 equivalent) in both French and English (written and spoken) is required.
• Knowledge of German is a plus.
• Flexibility and availability to travel.

We offer a dynamic and stimulating work environment designed to foster innovation and collaboration.

Within our team, each member benefits from a high level of autonomy and the flexibility needed to achieve their objectives, including flexible working hours and the possibility of partial remote work.

Our corporate culture promotes both professional and personal development.

We provide state-of-the-art technological tools to enhance communication and efficiency.

We also offer regular training opportunities and well-being programs to support employee growth and fulfillment.

Finally, in an international context, we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion, creating an environment where everyone feels respected and valued.

At ODDO BHF : “Make every day an opportunity”.

At ODDO BHF, we are privileged to serve over 60,000 clients, including institutional investors, corporates, distribution partners, and large private clients, for whom we advise, manage, and invest financial assets.

Our mission is to grow their wealth through our four core business lines: Private Banking, Asset Management, Corporate & Investment Banking, and Banking Services & Technology.

A well-established presence across Europe, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a diversity of expertise enable us to offer unique professional experiences, with varied career paths and numerous cross-functional mobility opportunities across Europe.

This position is open to candidates with disabilities. We will support you throughout the recruitment process and, once hired, to best adapt and facilitate your experience within the company. Please feel free to ask any questions during the HR interview.