Unauthorized Trading Controller em Lisboa, Portugal

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Unauthorized Trading Controller

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for an Unauthorized Trading Controller to join an international project in a dynamic and multicultural environment. In this role, you will contribute to the strengthening of the operational risk and control framework by performing second-level controls on trading and sales activities, ensuring compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and governance standards. You will work closely with business, compliance, legal, tax, and operational teams to identify potential risks, investigate unusual activities, and support the continuous improvement of control processes.

What You Will Do on a Daily Basis

• Perform second-level controls on sales and trading activities to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory requirements;

• Contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of a robust operational risk and control framework;

• Analyze financial transactions to identify potential breaches, anomalies, or unauthorized activities;

• Investigate control incidents and propose remediation actions and process improvements;

• Support the management and maintenance of trading and portfolio reference data;

• Minimize operational and fraud risks through effective monitoring and control activities;

• Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, Tax, Risk, and Business teams on control-related matters;

• Respond to ad-hoc requests from management and business stakeholders;

• Coordinate the production of monthly reports, statistics, and key performance indicators;

• Monitor control metrics and ensure the reliability and relevance of reporting information;

• Produce analyses, summaries, and management reports adapted to different stakeholders;

• Participate in governance meetings and contribute to control and risk-related discussions;

• Support the continuous improvement of processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.

Your Key Skills

• Trading Controls;

• Operational Risk Management;

• Financial Markets.

Your Main Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Management, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field;

• Experience in Financial Markets, Middle Office, Risk, Controls, Operations, or similar environments;

• Good understanding of trading activities, financial products, and market operations;

• Experience performing controls, reconciliations, investigations, or operational risk activities;

• Knowledge of middle-office processes and control frameworks;

• Experience analyzing financial transactions and identifying anomalies or control breaches;

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;

• Ability to produce and interpret management information, KPI reports, and operational metrics;

• Ability to adapt and improve operational processes and control frameworks;

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel;

• Good knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint;

• Experience within investment banking, capital markets, or trading environments is considered a strong advantage;

• Knowledge of conduct risk, regulatory controls, or market abuse frameworks is considered a plus;

• Experience working in international and multicultural environments is considered an advantage;

• Fluency in English.

What We Offer

Stable professional career

Working with Axians projects becomes an asset to those of us who want to offer stability through a secure career.

Prospects for career advancement

You can access training and new certifications that will further elevate your skills. The 360° evaluation from managers and peers will also allow you to evolve.

Work Life Balance

By collaborating with Axians, you will be able to reconcile work and family requirements without neglecting either area.

Attractive, evolving compensation

When working with Axians, you will have access to performance bonuses in addition to an attractive salary pack (base salary + benefits). You are also entitled to health insurance and an employee assistance program for you and your family (Psychological, Legal, Psychosocial, and Financial support).

Axians is the VINCI Energies brand dedicated to Information Technology and Digital Transformation. With an international presence and a people-to-people approach, we combine technology, innovation, and proximity to create real impact for organizations and society.

Join Axians

At Axians, we believe that talent does not fit a single profile. We value diversity and promote an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow and contribute. If you have a disability or impairment, we are committed to ensuring equal opportunities throughout the recruitment and onboarding process. Whenever needed, we provide reasonable accommodations so that you can participate on an equal basis. If you require any accommodation, please let us know by contacting us at [email protected] .