General information
Entity
CACEIS is the asset servicing banking group of Crédit Agricole dedicated to asset managers and institutional investors.
Through offices across Europe, North and South America and Asia, CACEIS offers a broad range of services covering execution, clearing, forex, securities lending, custody, depositary, fund administration, fund distribution support, middle-office outsourcing and issuer services.
CACEIS is a consolidator in the European asset servicing market and posts sustained growth in its business activities. The group holds €5.3 trillion in assets under custody and €3.4 trillion in assets under administration (figures as of 31 December 2024)
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Reference
2026-112401
Publication date
11/05/2026
Job description
Business type
Types of Jobs - Risk Management / Control
Complementary business types
Types of Jobs - Finance / Accounting
Types of Jobs - Asset Management
Job title
Risk & Permanent Controls Intern M/F
Contract type
Internship/Trainee
Term (in months)
12
Expected start date
01/06/2026
Management position
No
Job summary
CACEIS, a dynamic and progressive member of the Crédit Agricole Group, is one of the world's leading asset servicing providers to institutional and corporate clients. CACEIS Bank, UK Branch provides comprehensive services to institutional clients, including custody services for Collective Investment Schemes, Pension Schemes, and Wealth Managers, as well as fund administration and related services for domiciled funds and companies.
The Risk department also provides support to CTADS, a CACEIS depositary subsidiary, on risk management and regulatory compliance matters.
The primary focus of the intern will be to support the local Risk department in monitoring and managing risks across the organization and its business lines.
Key responsibilities include maintaining the UK Branch's business profile, fulfilling Risk obligations, and delivering internal control reports to local teams and Group Risk functions in Luxembourg and Paris.
Operational Risk Management
- Support the implementation and ongoing management of the internal control framework
- Contribute to the development and periodic review of internal risk assessments for local business lines
- Perform second‑level controls on a sample basis to assess the effectiveness of first‑line operational controls
- Assess control results and provide recommendations for any deficiencies identified
- Prepare and submit control results in the form of reports or briefs with assessment indicators
- Review and challenge business line control plans and risk maps to ensure they are up to date and aligned with operational developments
Credit / Counterparty Risk Oversight
- Monitor daily risk reports, review portfolio limits, and analyse any potential or actual limit breaches
- Track breaches from identification through to resolution, ensuring timely remediation and mitigation of potential impacts for the company
- Assist with pending transaction monitoring, cash flow forecasting, and client onboarding/liquidation processes
Regulatory & Internal Reporting
- Record and maintain oversight of all communications and information requests from relevant authorities
- Ensure timely completion and submission of regulatory deliverables
- Contribute to Risk Committee (RCC) materials and topics at both local and Group levels
- Interest in staying current with regulatory publications on emerging topics such as outsourcing, resolution, digital assets, …
- Assist with risk assessments and regulatory reports for CTADS, a CACEIS depositary subsidiary
Support and documentation
- Manage Risk Department mailboxes and ensure queries are directed and responded to appropriately
- Participate in ad-hoc and project-driven investigations in conjunction with the business lines
- Maintain and update Risk Permanent Controls, policies, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance
Position location
Geographical area
Europe, United Kingdom
City
LONDON
Candidate criteria
Minimal education level
Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
Academic qualification / Speciality
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Risk Management, Financial Services, Business or Accounting is required. A postgraduate qualification is desirable.
- Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint
Experience
Minimum 6–12 months of relevant experience in one or more of the above fields.
Required skills
- Rigorous approach with strong analytical skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to identify patterns and assess complex information.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams, contribute constructively to discussions, and drive shared objectives.
- Critical‑thinking mindset focused on continuous improvement, innovation and process enhancement
Technical skills required
Familiarity with SAS Guide is an asset
Languages
English
