Job Description
Company Description
We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide. We employ a global workforce of 6,500+ people across 24 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$857 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top-15 private equity firms.
Our services are underpinned by a Group-wide commitment to ESG and best-in-class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts.
Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding.
We’re driven by our Group purpose, to power people and possibilities.
Job Description
The overall goal of the Risk & Compliance function is to support the successful execution of IQ-EQ`s business strategy through the delivery of an integrated risk and compliance culture and programme; while protecting IQ-EQ`s brand and reputation. Risk & Compliance aims to support the Board of Directors and Senior Management to fulfil their statutory and regulatory obligations, by helping to ensure compliance with the laws, regulations, principles and codes established by the regulator.
What you’ll do
- You’ll lead and execute all Monitoring & Oversight (M&O) reviews—setting scopes, conducting fieldwork, analysing results, drafting reports, and agreeing action plans with business management to ensure full regulatory and legal compliance.
- You’ll deliver compliance tests on schedule, plan and document monitoring tasks, maintain excellent record‑keeping aligned with Compliance Monitoring Specifications, and continuously enhance monitoring methodologies.
- You’ll guide the 1st Line of Defense by providing clear reporting on control results, supporting closure of identified gaps, and promoting a strong compliance and risk‑aware culture across the organisation.
- You’ll engage with business stakeholders before and after testing, verify timely completion of remediation actions, participate in annual compliance risk assessments, and propose effective, timely recommendations.
- You’ll support senior leadership—including the Head of Risk & Compliance and local CCO—by preparing and presenting monitoring findings to boards and sub‑committees, reinforcing positive assurance under the CMP framework.
What we offer
- Comprehensive remuneration and pension: motivating financial packages based upon market rates for your role and is proportionate to your qualifications, level of experiences and skills profile
- Wellbeing: additional social benefits
- Flexible working: we recognise the value of working flexibly and want to ensure all employees enjoy an excellent work-life blend. As such, we are open to conversations with employees related to setting up flexible working arrangements.
Qualifications
- You hold a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Law, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
- You have 5–7 years of experience in a Compliance function, Compliance Monitoring & Oversight, Internal Control, or Internal Audit.
- You are proficient in MS Office and able to use its tools effectively for reporting and analysis.
- You are fluent in French and English, with any additional language considered an asset.
- You demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a compliance‑driven environment.
Additional Information
Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining long-term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on our natural environment.
There is always more we can, and should do, to improve – whether in relation to our people, our clients, our planet, or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee.
Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 6,500+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 24 countries - to each achieve their potential. Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced.
We’re committed to growing relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning
