Job Title: Director of Risk
Location: Paris
Experience: 15+ years of experience
What about us?
Welcome to INFINIT, a global tech company supercharging SMEs in select verticals with a unified platform that combines AI-powered business services with banking, operating systems, and deep industry expertise. Our mission is to help businesses grow simply by offering a comprehensive suite of solutions tailored to their unique needs.
At INFINIT, we are transforming vertical banking for SMEs with our advanced technology and industry knowledge, delivering solutions that drive growth and efficiency. We pride ourselves on innovation, transparency, and building strong relationships with our clients.
Join us at INFINIT as we reshape the landscape of business services, making a positive impact on the global economy. Your adventure in fintech starts here!
As the Director of Risk at INFINIT, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive risk management strategies that protect the company's assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and support our growth objectives. This critical leadership role requires deep expertise in risk management within the financial services sector, with a focus on fintech and innovative financial products. You will work closely with senior leadership to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across all areas of the business, ensuring that INFINIT operates securely and efficiently as we scale.
What do we want to achieve together?
- Risk Management Strategy: Develop and oversee the execution of a robust risk management framework that aligns with INFINIT's strategic goals. This includes identifying potential risks, assessing their impact, and implementing controls to mitigate them.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that INFINIT adheres to all relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards. Stay abreast of changes in regulations and best practices, and proactively adjust our risk management policies to maintain compliance.
- Operational Risk Oversight: Identify and manage operational risks across the organization, including those related to processes, systems, and people. Implement effective risk controls and monitoring systems to minimize exposure.
- Credit and Market Risk Management: Lead the assessment and management of credit and market risks associated with our financial products and services. Develop strategies to mitigate these risks while supporting business growth and profitability.
- Data Security and Privacy: Oversee the protection of sensitive customer and company data, ensuring that robust security measures are in place to prevent data breaches and comply with data protection regulations.
- Business Continuity Planning: Develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans to ensure INFINIT's operations can continue in the event of unexpected disruptions.
- Risk Reporting: Establish and maintain comprehensive risk reporting processes, providing senior management and the board of directors with clear, actionable insights into the company's risk profile and the effectiveness of risk management strategies.
- Crisis Management: Prepare and manage crisis situations, ensuring the organization responds effectively to mitigate impacts on the business and maintain stakeholder confidence.
What do you need to be successful in this role?
- Experience: 15+ years of experience in risk management within the financial services industry, with a strong focus on fintech, digital banking, or related sectors. Experience in developing and implementing risk management frameworks is essential.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, risk management, or a related field is required. An advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, FRM, PRM) is preferred.
- Regulatory Expertise: In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, risk management standards, and compliance requirements within the fintech and financial services sectors.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex risk scenarios and develop effective mitigation strategies.
- Leadership: Proven leadership experience with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive a risk-aware culture across the organization.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present risk insights and recommendations to senior leadership and the board of directors.
- Strategic Thinking: A strategic thinker with the ability to balance risk management with business growth objectives, ensuring that risk strategies support the company's long-term success.
- Technology Savvy: Familiarity with the latest risk management technologies, data analytics tools, and cybersecurity practices relevant to the fintech industry.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
What will you find working at Infinit?
- Inspiring Mission: We are dedicated to revolutionizing business financing and making a positive impact on the European economy. Your work at Infinit will have a lasting effect on businesses and communities.
- Diverse and Inclusive Team: Join a dynamic and international team of over 7 nationalities. You'll have the chance to work with experienced professionals from around the world, fostering a rich learning environment.
- Flexibility and Ownership: we trust our team and we are goal-oriented
- Competitive salary and stock options. We offer highly competitive salaries and equity, because we're building this together.
- Day off on your birthday we celebrate it with you.
- Flexible Benefits: Access Flexible Retribution benefits through a convenient mobile app, Cobee.
- Quality Time Together: We foster a sense of community with annual gatherings and bi-weekly office team gatherings. You're more than welcome to join us for quality time.
- Health and Well-being: Your health matters to us. You will have access to top-quality Medical & Mental Health Insurance.
- Personal Time Off: Enjoy flexibility with your personal time off.