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# Senior Compliance Program Manager at Convera

- **Company:** Convera
- **Location:** Paris, France
- **Posted:** 2026-09-21
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-24
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/convera/jobs/4963287101

## Job description

Senior Compliance Program Manager – Compliance Officer, France

Location: Paris

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Senior Compliance Program Manager who will act as Convera’s Compliance Officer for its French operations.

In this role, you will help promote a strong compliance culture across Convera by ensuring that an effective compliance program is in place, enabling employees to make informed, risk-based decisions as they execute their business plans.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role within Convera’s Markets Compliance Compliance function. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategically implementing the Markets Compliance program, identifying and managing market conduct and financial crime risks, and partnering closely with Convera’s leadership team.

## Responsibilities

- Execute all responsibilities associated with serving as the Compliance Officer for Convera’s French operations, including responsibilities relating to principally MIFID, followed by a lesser degree to AML/CFT, financial crime and sanctions matters.
- Be responsible, directly or through appropriate delegation, for Suspicious Transaction Report (STR) decisions and serve as a primary point of contact for relevant French regulatory and supervisory authorities for all MIFID activities in relation to the FX derivative business.
- Ensure all regulatory reporting relating to Markets Compliance is completed accurately and within applicable deadlines.
- Ensure MiFID, AML/CFT and financial crime risks are appropriately identified, documented, escalated and reported to senior leadership.
- Provide advice and guidance on Compliance policies, new products, business initiatives and expansion plans in relation to fx derivative activites covering fx forwards and fx options.
- Provide effective oversight of outsourced Markets Compliance activities.
- Direct and oversee the monitoring and testing of key Markets Compliance controls.
- Track relevant regulatory developments and direct the implementation of required regulatory changes.
- Manage and support internal and external audits, regulatory reviews and inspections.
- Participate with senior management in establishing strategic plans and objectives. Effectively cascade functional strategy and contribute to the development of organizational policies.
- Work on complex Markets Compliance where issues may not be clearly defined and require significant judgment. Translate business strategy into functional Compliance plans and guide their execution including support in drafting associated policies and procedures.
- Contribute to the development of methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for Compliance projects, programs and processes.
- Make decisions that may have a significant long-term impact on the effectiveness and success of the Compliance function and wider organization.
- Interact with senior management, executives, regulators and key stakeholders on matters of significance to the organization. Reconcile multiple stakeholder perspectives while maintaining effective regulatory and Compliance standards.
- Act as an escalation point and, where appropriate, final decision-maker for Markets Compliance matters within the scope of the role.

Required Qualifications

- Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 2 years of prior experience as a Compliance Officer or in a comparable senior Compliance role, together with a relevant bachelor’s degree; a Law degree is preferred.
- Advanced knowledge of the French and applicable European regulatory environment relating to markets and investment services, with experience engaging with relevant regulatory and supervisory authorities.
- Knowledge of and experience with domestic and international fx derivative and payment products (although not essential) ; fintech experience is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to advise senior business leadership and Board members on markets compliance matters.
- Ability to resolve and advise on markets compliance complex issues requiring in-depth analysis and evaluation of multiple factors, often within demanding timeframes.
- Ability to apply established Compliance principles while contributing to the development of new policies and approaches in response to regulatory developments, evolving market practices and emerging risks.
- Strong ability to develop and maintain relationships and networks with internal and external stakeholders, including stakeholders outside the candidate’s immediate area of expertise.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills appropriate for engagement with senior leadership, regulators and other key stakeholders.

## Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are advantageous but not required:

- Certified MIFID related qualification or another relevant financial crime or Compliance certification.
- Previous experience within the banking, payments, fintech, foreign exchange or broader financial services sector.
- Experience operating in an international or multinational Compliance environment.

## About Convera

Convera is a global leader in commercial payments that powers international business by moving money with ease. We provide tech-led payment solutions to help more than 26,000 customers globally grow with confidence, from small businesses to CFOs and treasurers.

As experts in foreign exchange, risk and compliance, with an extensive regulatory footprint, Convera’s financial network spans more than 140 currencies and 200 countries and territories.

Our teams care deeply about the value we deliver to our customers, which makes Convera a rewarding place to work. This is an exciting time for our organization as we expand our team with growth-minded, results-oriented people who are looking to move fast in an innovative environment.

As a truly global company with employees in more than 20 countries, we are passionate about diversity. We seek and celebrate people from different backgrounds, lifestyles and unique points of view, and we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging.

## What We Offer

We offer a range of competitive benefits and opportunities, including:

- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to earn a performance-based bonus
- Career growth and professional development opportunities within a global organization
- A flexible approach to work — this role will be based in our Paris office on a hybrid and flexible basis
- Corporate benefits

There are plenty of exciting opportunities at Convera for talented, creative problem-solvers who never settle for good enough and are looking to transform B2B payments.

Apply now!

## About Convera

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Convera provides cross-border B2B payment and foreign exchange solutions, processing over $190 billion in annual turnover for tens of thousands of businesses worldwide.
- **Entity Type**: Private (owned by Goldfinch Partners, LLC and The Baupost Group, LLC)
- **Headquarters**: United States (global offices in 31 cities across 19 countries)
- **Founded**: 2021 (rebranded from Western Union Business Solutions)
- **Founders**: Not applicable (corporate spin-off; CEO Patrick Gauthier)

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Cross-border payments, foreign exchange (FX) risk management, financial technology (fintech)
- **Target customers**: B2B – small businesses, mid-market enterprises, educational institutions, financial institutions, law firms, manufacturing firms, non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- **Mission or purpose**: “To push payments into the future by making them safer, faster and more accessible around the world – ensuring customers unlock the full potential of digital commerce.” [convera.com/about-us](https://convera.com/about-us/)

## Products & Services
- **GlobalPay Platform**: A secure digital platform to send and receive international business payments in over 140 currencies across 200+ countries and territories. Integrates with ERP systems via API. Available also for student payments. [convera.com](https://convera.com/)
- **FX Hedging Solutions**: Forward contracts, FX options, and FX swaps to help businesses manage currency risk and stabilize cash flow. [convera.com/about-us/about-convera-faq](https://convera.com/about-us/about-convera-faq/)
- **Multi-Currency Virtual Accounts**: Hold and manage balances in multiple currencies without needing foreign bank accounts.
- **Specialized Industry Solutions**: Tailored payment workflows for sectors including education, legal, workforce payments, and manufacturing. [convera.com](https://convera.com/)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Processed over **USD 190 billion in turnover** in 2025; annual total payment volume exceeds $170 billion. [convera.com](https://convera.com/)
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Owned by **Goldfinch Partners, LLC** and **The Baupost Group, LLC**; payment network of over 50 bank partners and 500+ bank accounts. [convera.com/about-us/about-convera-faq](https://convera.com/about-us/about-convera-faq/)
- **Growth Signals**: 1,900+ employees across 31 global offices; expanded from Western Union Business Solutions heritage with significant reinvestment in technology and product innovation; tens of thousands of active customers worldwide. [convera.com/about-us](https://convera.com/about-us/)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Decades of FX expertise** combined with modern payments technology (API integrations, ERP connections).
- **Extensive network**: Direct bank relationships in over 200 countries/territories, supporting 140+ currencies.
- **Rigorous compliance and fraud prevention** (regulatory and security certifications not explicitly detailed but emphasized).
- **Comprehensive hedging toolkit** (forwards, options, swaps) – rare for non-bank providers to offer such breadth.
- **Scale & stability**: Backed by major private equity owners and processing high-value daily transactions.

## Strategic Focus
- Continuing to invest in **product innovation and technology** to make cross-border payments faster, simpler, and more transparent.
- Deepening **industry-specific solutions** (education, legal, NGOs) and expanding direct integrations with enterprise resource planning systems.
- Growing **payment network capabilities** (including emerging payment rails like SWIFT Go, RTGS, ACH, SEPA) and expanding multi-currency collection options.
- Strengthening **global compliance and risk management** to serve regulated customer segments.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Growth-minded, results-oriented people with big ideas” – emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and customer-first mentality. [convera.com/about-us/careers](https://convera.com/about-us/careers/)
- **Work flexibility**: Hybrid and remote options available depending on role; “Work From Home” listings in job board. [job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/convera](https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/convera/)
- **Global footprint**: 31 offices in 19 countries, offering truly international career mobility.
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive global benefits including health & wellness (medical, dental, vision), mental health support via EAP, retirement/pension plans, flexible paid time off, wellness days, and paid volunteer day. [convera.com/about-us/careers](https://convera.com/about-us/careers/)
- **Meaningful work** : Helping businesses navigate global trade and payments, with a mission that combines technology, commerce, and social good.
- **Growth opportunities**: 59 open roles listed (as of search date) spanning engineering, sales, business development, and operations across multiple locations. [job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/convera](https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/convera/)

## Sources
1. [convera.com/about-us](https://convera.com/about-us/)
2. [convera.com/about-us/careers](https://convera.com/about-us/careers/)
3. [convera.com](https://convera.com/)
4. [convera.com/about-us/about-convera-faq](https://convera.com/about-us/about-convera-faq/)
5. [job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/convera](https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/convera/)

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