Founded in 1991, we are a global quantitative and systematic asset management firm applying a scientific approach to finance to develop alternative investment strategies that create value for our clients.
We value innovation, dedication, collaboration, and the ability to make an impact. Together, we create a stimulating environment for talented and passionate experts in research, technology, and business to explore new ideas and challenge existing assumptions.

CFM – Compliance Internship – Internal Control

The Legal & Compliance Department
CFM invests in international financial markets. Our Legal & Compliance team is involved in complex projects that require an in-depth understanding of the rules governing these markets. If you are a team player, rigorous, and want to invest in an international environment specializing in finance, come and join our team!


The position:
Based in Paris, depending on the candidate's profile, the position will include participation in all or some of the following tasks:
* Continuous development of the institution's internal control system (risk mapping, strengthening of controls, documentation and formalization of certain internal control team processes, etc.) 
* Updating CFM's Market Abuse policies and procedures, and periodically reviewing and documenting alert scenarios for the internally developed detection tool
* Drafting internal control reports covering the company's activities (portfolio management, trading, operations, fund valuation, IT security, etc.)
* Preparing audits and control summaries
* Collaborating with operational teams (Risk, Operations, IT, Research) to report anomalies to management.

Your profile:

Essential:
* Master's degree or equivalent (law degree, university or business school, ideally with a specialization in compliance/market finance/auditing/risk)
* Fluent English
* Knowledge of the regulatory environment in Europe and/or the US
* Analytical, conscientious, and diligent
* Curiosity, desire to learn and get involved
* Attention to detail
* Strong team spirit

Desirable:
* Experience in compliance/internal control in the financial sector would be a real plus 
* Knowledge of the main financial products
* Knowledge of investment fund structures

Start date: September/October
Duration: 6 months 

Profile description:

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT

We are continuously striving to be an equal opportunity employer and we prohibit any discrimination based on sex, disability, origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, or religion. We believe that our diversity, breadth of experience, and multiple points of view are among the leading factors in our success.
CFM is a signatory of the Women Empowerment Principles.
 

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