Job Description
Company Description
Natixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for the business, operations and work culture of Groupe BPCE worldwide.
As part of Groupe BPCE’s international division, Natixis in Portugal designs and delivers solutions for its two core areas — Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management — as well as transversal services that support all entities across the Group.
With more than 3,000 employees representing 46 nationalities, the teams work across Information Technology, Banking Support Activities, and Compliance, in an integrated, inclusive, and cross-functional way, supporting all business lines and platforms of the Group.
A disruptive mindset and a culture of proximity and agility identify Natixis in Portugal Team and reflect the company’s mission to transform traditional banking at a global scale: a perfect match in the Portuguese dynamics and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Job Description
In Natixis in Portugal (NiP), the Quality Assurance (QA) Compliance Controller role lies within the Secretariat General area. As such, the function directly reports to the SG PT Controls Manager who, consequently, reports to the Secretary General PT. Functionally, the role reports to the CUSO Controls & QA Manager who, consequently, reports to the Head of CUSO Governance & Control Framework within the US Secretary General.
Supporting the Combined US Operations organization, the QA Compliance Controller plays a key role in the CUSO Internal Control Framework by conducting quality controls on the CUSO Risk & Compliance activities to ensure their adherence to Policies & Procedures and assess quality of Risk & Compliance processes i.e. if they are operating as expected and in line with the relevant Policies & Procedures.
The main responsibilities of the QA Compliance Controller are as follows but not limited to:
- Execute oversight and assurance quality controls of the CUSO Risk and Compliance controls and processes in scope.
- Prepare and report control results including identified anomalies/findings and proposed corrective measures as applicable, under the required format of the control report and in the control management tool used for that purpose.
- Present and discuss results with the relevant stakeholders.
- Assist in performing the various projects and reviews planned and tracking the status of each throughout the year
- Proactively propose new controls and enhancements to existing controls
- Assist in the development and implementation of new and enhanced controls
- Help prepare and report metrics tracking control execution progress
- Contribute to reporting to senior management and regulatory authorities when required
Cross train with members in the team to ensure appropriate backup on responsibilities and no key person risk.
Qualifications
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University/College in Banking, Finance, Accounting, Management, Economics or other business-related discipline;
- 3 + years Experience of working in financial services and conducting control activities or similar discipline.
Additional Information
Our workplace reflects the vibrant spirit of our locations, with initiatives such as a Green Transportation Budget, electric bikes and a flexible Hybrid Work Policy. We promote wellbeing through the Honolulu Wellness Club, a Prayer Room, a Lactation Room, and themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration. Through our ESG and DEI strategies, we are commit to being inclusive, caring, and fair, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
