Risk and Control Analyst (Operational Risk)

Location: Paris, France (4 days per week in the office

Language Requirements: Fluent French and English

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a leading international financial services organisation seeking a Risk & Controls Analyst to join its Paris office. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to build upon their experience in controls, operations, audit, or operational risk within a fast-paced and highly regulated environment.

The role will focus primarily on control testing and assurance activities (80%) , alongside supporting the wider Operational Risk framework (20%) . You will work closely with stakeholders across the business to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, identify areas for improvement, and help strengthen the overall control environment.

Key Responsibilities

Controls & Assurance (80%)

• Execute control testing programmes across multiple business areas.
• Assess the design and effectiveness of key operational controls.
• Identify control weaknesses, document findings, and track remediation actions.
• Support Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) and control framework enhancements.
• Conduct follow‑up testing to validate remediation activities.
• Ensure testing documentation and evidence meet internal and external assurance standards.
• Produce management reporting on control effectiveness and key findings.
• Support the maintenance of the operational risk framework.
• Assist with risk assessments, risk registers, and incident management processes.
• Contribute to root cause analysis exercises and risk event reviews.
• Support the monitoring and reporting of key risk indicators (KRIs).
• Assist with regulatory and governance reporting where required.
• Partner with stakeholders to promote a strong risk culture across the organisation.

Candidate Profile

We are open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including:

• Operations
• Internal Audit
• Assurance Testing
• Operational Risk

Applicants must have gained exposure to Operational Risk as part of their current or previous role.

• Fluent French and English (written and spoken).
• Experience within financial services or a similarly regulated environment.
• Previous experience conducting controls testing, control assessments, or audit reviews.
• Understanding of operational risk principles and risk management frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Experience with RCSAs, risk registers, incident management, or governance reporting.
• Knowledge of financial markets, banking, brokerage, or capital markets environments.
• Exposure to regulatory expectations relating to risk and controls.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a well‑established international financial services organisation.
• Broad exposure across risk, controls, governance, and operational processes.
• Collaborative and high‑performing team environment.
• Clear opportunities for professional development and career progression.