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IT Security Specialist
PragueContract325€We're looking for a IT Security Specialist who has experience working with Rapid 7 Nexpose Responsibilities: Support system security initiatives and compliance checks. Operate Rapid 7 for creating security baseline templates and validating scan outputs. Assist with Rapid 7 user onboarding and daily security management tasks. Develop security baselines in line with internal and international standards. Profile: 5+ years of experience in IT security and compliance using Rapid 7 Nexpose. Strong understanding of security concepts across various platforms. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail. Ability to recommend appropriate security controls. Highly Desirable: Security certifications (CCSP, CISSP, CISM). ITIL knowledge and certification. Organizational skills for maintaining high operational standards.
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Front-End Developer (ANGULAR)
PragueContract300€Front-End Angular developer Tasks & Responsibilities • Be a member of a cross-functional team, including business analysts, front-end/back-end developers, and testers • Collaborate with team members and project stakeholders • Understand needs of business and translate them into working code • Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve Risk Monitor, support it in production • Grasp and extend your functional knowledge Required skills • Advanced programming competency in Angular and Typescript • Strong expertise with HTML 5, CSS 3, SASS, and writing cross-browser compatible code • Experience with Angular Material library • Experience with building browser-based richly interactive and responsive front-ends • Strong experience with RXJS library • State management (NGRX) • Familiarity with developing against REST APIs • Proficiency in testing frameworks like Jasmine or Karma • Experience with test automation skills (GUI) • A degree in Computer Science, Math or Physics or equivalent experience • Interest and ability to learn, collaborative working style • Very good written and spoken English skills Nice-to-have • Experience with cloud native containerized applications development • Experience with basic cloud concepts and technologies like Docker and Kubernetes • DevOps experience with Jira (or similar), Git, GitHub (or similar), CI/CD, YAML files • Experience with developing cloud native and 12factor applications • An interest or background in financial markets and risk management • Programming Knowledge/competency in Java or C# or (.NET 5.0+)
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Senior Software Consultant / Project Manager
ZurichPermanentCompetitiveSenior Software Consultant/ Project Manager Are you ready to take the lead in helping top-tier financial institutions shape their future with cutting-edge software solutions? Join my client's consulting team, where you’ll be the trusted advisor for banks, asset managers, and insurance companies, guiding them to success with their innovative asset management platform. What You'll Be Doing: Be the Expert: Take the lead in supporting users of my client's core software solution, becoming their go-to resource for all questions and needs. Drive Innovation: Manage dynamic implementation projects from start to finish, including planning, controlling, and reporting—all while ensuring smooth execution. Shape the Future: Work closely with clients to map solutions that optimize their asset management processes across front, middle, and back offices. Inspire & Empower: Lead hands-on workshops and training sessions, equipping clients with the skills to fully harness the potential of their platform. Solve Complex Challenges: Get hands-on with customization, testing, troubleshooting, and data migration, ensuring smooth and tailored software experiences. What You Bring: A degree in business informatics, business administration, industrial engineering, or a related field. Several years of experience in software or financial sectors, with a deep understanding of securities accounting or portfolio management. Proven expertise in consulting and managing software implementation projects—experience with standard software in banking or insurance is a plus! Project management skills, with experience in both traditional and agile methodologies. A customer-focused mindset, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for working collaboratively. Fluency in both German and English. Why You’ll Love Working With Them: Prime Location: Their modern office is situated at Zurich-Altstetten station, providing easy access and a vibrant workspace. Flexible Lifestyle: Enjoy flexible working hours and home office options that let you create the perfect work-life balance. Invest in Yourself: They believe in growth and will support your ongoing training and education, ensuring you stay at the forefront of your field. Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team that values cooperation, creativity, and initiative, working with specialists who bring a wealth of experience to every project. Exciting Projects: You’ll be working on international, cross-disciplinary teams, tackling stimulating projects that make a real impact. Flat Hierarchies: They cut through the red tape with short decision-making paths, so your ideas can shine. Fun & Engaging: From team events to social gatherings, there’s always something exciting happening to keep the energy high!
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PMO
UK and/or EuropeContract250 - 300Department PMO Key Responsibilities: Financial Planning: Assist IT Leads with annual planning and semi-annual forecasting. Collate demand in line with budget planning protocols and timelines. Portfolio Finance: Maintain financial data to track against budgets. Collaborate with IT Finance partners and PMO Governance peers to review monthly trends, resolve MIS-bookings, and highlight any negative trends (actual vs. budget). Hiring Governance: Coordinate resource demand through the hiring governance process. Onboard new resources (raising IDMs) and track SOW renewals. Procurement Support and Control: Ensure requisitions are raised on time and align with the procurement operating model and control points linked to third-party financial commitments. Time Tracking Support and Control: Maintain project and people-related static data (project server plans) that underpin the universal time tracking tool. Oversee time entry and time sheet approval processes, and make necessary adjustments to realign mismatches associated with the project team/resources you support. Portfolio Governance and Reporting: Provide oversight and administrative duties across the projects within your portfolio. Portfolio Reporting: Support the production of SteerCo and/or PWG PowerPoint decks with metrics and commentary. Prepare portfolio/project status update slides and project initiation documents (PIDs). Meeting Support & Coordination: Facilitate key project governance meetings (SteerCo & PWG). Take minutes, handle queries from key stakeholders and project managers, and maintain a transparent calendar of key meetings, events, and reminders. Quality Assurance & Repository Management: Ensure tools and templates are in place and utilized. Keep repository sites (SharePoint, Confluence) up to date with the latest artifacts, promoting good housekeeping and audit control. Benefits Management & Realisation: Ensure the process of identifying and quantifying project benefits is adequately tracked and documented. Must have 2+ years minimum working in a banking environment. 3-4+ years working in telecommunications.
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Investment Compliance Consultant
LuxembourgContract€550 - €600INVESTMENT COMPLIANCE CONSULTANT 9 Month Contract (Likely Extension) Hybrid Working, Luxembourg Rate: up to €600 per day CANDIDATES MUST HAVE RIGHTS TO WORK IN LUXEMBOURG - SPONSORSHIP NOT PROVIDED. FUNCTION / DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW The Product Control Team's main service is the daily monitoring of investment restrictions. The setup of funds, the programming of rules and system improvements in the investment compliance tool MIG21 are managed within the team. The team is in charge of many interesting projects and special area tasks like the screening and implementation of new laws and guidelines, the advisory and approval of new funds and internal investment guidelines, netting & hedging checks, hedged share classes, sec lending and collateral checks, OTC derivatives, impact analysis, the creation of sophisticated reports and the implementation of a new investment compliance system. We collaborate with many stakeholders like Portfolio Managers, Clients, Client Relationship Managers, Manco Oversight Teams, Fund Engineering Teams, Product Managers, Mancos, Depositaries, Auditors and many internal Operations teams. The team is known for delivering high quality results also for complex tasks and in challenging times. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Monitoring fund’s investment restrictions (fund prospectus, UCITS, SIF, ELTIF, internal investment guidelines) Responding to client queries and requests, product management, portfolio managers, operation departments, legal, compliance, auditors, etc. Maintaining and optimizing our compliance application, by parameterizing funds, programming rules and implementing new functions Migrating funds from MIG21 to the new investment compliance application QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level in a relevant field (e.g. accounting, finance, economics or similar) Strong analytical and conceptual skills Good knowledge of financial markets, asset management, complex instruments, derivatives and accounting Knowledge of Luxembourg laws and guidelines for investment restriction checks (UCITS, MMF, SIF, ELTIF) is an advantage Committed, pro-active and efficient Python skills is a plus Fluent in English; German and/or French are a plus
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AML/KYC Analyst
LuxembourgPermanentNegotiableInvestor KYC Services role Ensuring that investor files meet the necessary Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) standards. The role also involves working closely with client delegates, investors, intermediaries, and third parties, ensuring a seamless operation while maintaining compliance with Luxembourg's legal and regulatory requirements. Below is a breakdown of the responsibilities and the key skills required. Key Responsibilities: New Investor File Review: Review the completeness and accuracy of new investor files using the Investor AML checklist prepared by client delegates. Ensure timely follow-up on any missing documents. Existing Investor File Review (Ongoing Due Diligence): Perform ongoing due diligence on existing investors’ files by regularly reviewing the Investor AML checklist in line with the Fund Administration Procedure and other applicable procedures. AML/CTF Guidance: Act as the primary contact for client delegates, providing guidance on both Luxembourg’s and the client’s AML/CTF requirements. Professional Relationship Management: Maintain and handle professional relationships with investors and intermediaries, ensuring all interactions uphold a high standard of service. Document and System Management: Keep all systems up to date and ensure proper storage of documents related to AML/KYC compliance. Issue Resolution: Proactively resolve any issues preventing investors from being AML compliant by engaging with fund representatives, the RC (Responsible Conduct) of the Fund, client delegates, and the Second Line of Defense within the Luxembourg office. KPI Reporting: Prepare and report KPIs related to investor operations, including investor AML/KYC matters, to the fund for regular performance monitoring. Client and Third-Party Liaison: Coordinate with third parties and clients, ensuring a high level of service, and addressing any inquiries or issues efficiently. Collaboration with Investor Services Offices: Collaborate closely with other client Investor Services offices involved in fund administration and transfer agency tasks, under the Luxembourg office’s supervision. Internal Department Cooperation: Work cooperatively with other members of the department and various departments to ensure smooth execution of tasks. Specific Knowledge & Skills Required: AML/CTF Expertise: A strong understanding of Luxembourg AML laws and regulations is essential for ensuring compliance across investor operations. Regulatory Knowledge: Knowledge of general Luxembourg fund legal and regulatory requirements is critical for successfully managing investor files. Workload Management: The ability to work in a sometimes high-volume work environment is necessary, requiring strong organizational and time-management skills. Language Proficiency: Fluency in written and spoken English to facilitate effective communication with clients, investors, intermediaries, and internal teams.
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