Permanent Control Officer

A pioneer and market leader in Embedded Banking, Powens Group is committed to supporting financial players in designing services and payment experiences that users love.

Headquartered in Paris and Barcelona, Powens Group is at the forefront of the Open Finance movements in Europe and Latin America. Our mission is to offer banking technology as a service to any company aiming to enhance user experience and operational efficiency. We achieve this through our API-based regulated solutions covering multiple products in Open Banking / Finance, and more.

A French and Spain regulated company, Powens Group is a rapidly growing fintech company, holding passports to operate in all European countries.

We are a trusted partner to the top financial industry players and software editors in Europe, and we have achieved this by scouting the best talents. Joining Powens Group means being a part of an inclusive, multicultural, and international group of over 130 employees.

Job Description

As part of the French team, you will be in charge of the following for the payment institution :

• Carry out Level 2 controls, in particular in accordance with the annual permanent control plan, through to the drafting and follow-up of recommendations
• Regularly monitor the correct implementation of the recommendations made by our 3rd line of defense and support operational teams in defining and monitoring remediation plans
• Participate in the improvement and updating of internal documentation (internal control plan, policies/procedures/operating procedures)
• Participate in the annual update of the risk map
• Participate in the drafting of regulatory reports for ACPR
• Contribute to the promotion of a culture of risk, control, and compliance within Powens through the implementation and monitoring of training programs
• Assist and advise Powens in the development of its products to ensure their compliance with legislation and regulations

Profile required :

• 3+ years of experience as an internal controller/auditor within an audit firm or a financial institution. Experience in fintech will be a plus
• Knowledge of the financial sector and banking regulations
• Proficient in audit and internal control methodology
• Full working proficiency in French and English
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Demonstrate ownership and leadership skills in managing cross-department projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex regulatory topics clearly
• Analytical mindset with sound judgment and high attention to detail
• Open-minded and a team player, you know how to collaborate effectively within a team
• Strong ethical standards, autonomy, and the ability to lead by example

Recruitment Process :

• HR online interview
• Online interview with Head of Compliance & Risk
• Case study with Head of Compliance & Risk
• Culture fit with a team member

Salary Range : 45K-55K base salary

Powens Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer which means we pledge to not discriminate against employees based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.. If reasonable accommodations are needed for the interview process, please let us know what you need and we will do our best to accommodate!