Senior Compliance Controller| Banking | Porto

Adecco Recursos Humanos; Porto; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Job summary

Adecco Recursos Humanos in Porto seeks a Senior Compliance Controller (H/F) to strengthen its control environment within an international financial institution. The role combines regulatory compliance oversight with risk-based testing in a hybrid Porto setup.

You will execute reviews, assess controls, and collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Operations and Business teams across international markets. A Master’s degree and 3+ years’ experience in compliance are required, with fluent English.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Finance, Compliance, Risk Management or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in Compliance, Internal Controls, Internal Audit, Risk Management or Regulatory Compliance.
• Knowledge of local banking regulations and European financial market regulations, including MiFID and MAR.
• Fluent English (C1/C2).

Responsibilities

• Execute compliance reviews and testing activities per the annual control testing plan.
• Assess the effectiveness of existing controls and identify regulatory risks.
• Review processes and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Prepare reports, document findings and monitor remediation actions.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Operations and Business teams in an international environment.
• Participate in Compliance Controls projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Fluent English (C1/C2)

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Autonomy

Education

Master's degree in Finance / Compliance / Risk Management

Job description

Senior Compliance Controller (H/F)

Porto | Hybrid Model

We are recruiting a Senior Compliance Controller to join a leading international financial institution and contribute to strengthening its control environment and regulatory compliance framework.

Location Porto

Work Model Hybrid (8 office days per month)

Contract Fixed-term outsourcing contract (uncertain term)

Initial project duration 6 months, with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute compliance reviews and testing activities in line with the annual control testing plan.
• Assess the effectiveness of existing controls and identify potential regulatory risks.
• Review processes and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Prepare reports, document findings and monitor remediation actions.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Operations and Business teams in an international environment.
• Participate in Compliance Controls projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in Finance, Compliance, Risk Management or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in Compliance, Internal Controls, Internal Audit, Risk Management or Regulatory Compliance.
• Knowledge of local banking regulations and European financial market regulations, including MiFID (Markets in Financial Instruments Directive) and Market Abuse Regulation (MAR).
• Fluent English (C1/C2 level).

Preferred Skills

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to identify risks, challenge processes and drive improvements.
• Strong organizational skills, autonomy and sense of responsibility.
• Ability to thrive in an international and multicultural environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to join a leading global financial institution.
• Exposure to international teams and stakeholders.
• Dynamic and collaborative working environment.
• Hybrid working model.

If you have experience in Compliance, Internal Controls, Risk Management or Audit and are looking for an international challenge, we would love to hear from you.