Financial Crime Officer (French Speaker)

About the role

The Portugal Financial Crime team supports Natixis Wealth Management in Paris, ensuring compliance with French and international regulations. You will work in a highly collaborative, cross‑border environment, focusing on AML/CFT, sanctions, and PEP monitoring.

Key responsibilities

• Perform daily transaction monitoring using detection tools such as NetReveal.
• Analyze, investigate, and resolve alerts related to sanctions, embargoes, and politically exposed persons.
• Draft detailed rationales for closed alerts and prepare escalation files for Level 2 compliance teams.
• Ensure all activities comply with French regulatory requirements and group compliance guidelines.
• Maintain regular operational contact with compliance officers and management in Paris.

Required profile

• 3‑4 years of experience in a similar compliance role.
• Proficient in French (minimum B2) and English (minimum B2).
• Experience in AML/CFT, KYC, sanctions, or PEP screening (mandatory).
• Background in private banking/wealth management or international banking is preferred.
• Experience within a French regulatory environment is a plus.

Required skills

• Advanced knowledge of screening tools such as NetReveal, LexisNexis, and World‑Check.
• Strong analytical and investigative reporting abilities.
• Familiarity with French AML/CFT regulations and group compliance policies.