Who are we?
iBanFirst is a fast-growing European fintech that is revolutionizing international payments for SMEs. Founded in 2016, our platform empowers Small & Medium Multinationals (SMMs) to regain control over their payment operations: currency conversion (FX), international transactions, and foreign exchange risk management across 140 countries — quickly, transparently, and securely.
We make life easier for SMEs through an advanced technology platform (automation, APIs, AI…) combined with dedicated expertise, offering the best of both worlds: the agility of a SaaS solution and the reliability of a trusted partner.
By simplifying complexity, iBanFirst helps thousands of bold companies seize global business opportunities with peace of mind — delivering simplicity, transparency, and security.
Key figures
- 350+ employees across 14 offices in 11 European countries
- 30+ nationalities represented, average age: 32
- 10,000 corporate clients trust us
- €80M in revenue in 2025, with a target of around €100M in 2026
- Profitable for nearly two years
- Ranked for 6 consecutive years in the Financial Times FT1000, among the fastest-growing European companies
- An NPS of 87.5 — an exceptional score in our industry that reflects enthusiastic client feedback on the simplicity, speed, and quality of our service
A strong culture built around 4 core values
- Team First: The complexity of our industry demands collective intelligence. We prioritize cooperation, transparency, and knowledge sharing. Success is a team effort, and decisions are made together.
- Tenacity: We're transforming a challenging and highly regulated market. It requires endurance, fast learning, and resilience — qualities rooted in our entrepreneurial DNA.
- Transformation: Innovation is not a buzzword; it's a necessity in a constantly shifting and strategic sector. We innovate with intent: every technical, product, or organizational improvement is designed for real impact.
- Trust: Trust is the foundation of everything we build — with our clients and, above all, internally. It's driven by ownership, autonomy, and a shared commitment to transparency, rigor, and reliability.
Recruitment context
This is a new position created to support the KYC team in managing a growing client portfolio and accelerating file processing times. We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running and be fully operational.
Manager & Team
You will report to
Sylvain Le François, KYC Team Lead, and work closely with the Sales, Account Management, and broader Compliance teams across Europe.
The Due Diligence team (KYC + Transaction Monitoring) is made up of ~20 people, with the KYC sub-team consisting of 8 analysts based across Paris, London, Bucharest, and Sofia.
What will you do?
As a KYC Analyst, you will play a key role in iBanFirst's compliance process by verifying and validating customer identities, assessing risk levels, and contributing to the security and integrity of our ecosystem.
Main responsibilities:
- Review and verify client identity documentation (KYC/KYB) for new and existing clients
- Perform due diligence on corporate clients: financial history, business activity, ownership structure
- Evaluate transaction behavior and assess risk classification at onboarding and during periodic reviews
- Identify and escalate red flags or discrepancies to the Compliance team
- Conduct quality checks on KYC files and ensure data accuracy and completeness
- Collaborate with internal teams (Compliance, Sales, Account Management) to process files efficiently
- Support periodic reviews and updates of client files
- Suggest and help implement process improvements where relevant
Key KPIs:
- Quality and completeness of KYC files
- File processing time
- Compliance with regulatory timelines
What do you bring?
- 1 to 3 years of experience in KYC, compliance, or a related field (banking, fintech, insurance, notarial, or legal sectors)
- Strong attention to detail and rigor in document analysis
- Autonomous and proactive: able to manage tasks independently, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
- Receptive to feedback and collaborative mindset — this team works closely together
- Curious and investigative: you enjoy digging into documentation and spotting inconsistencies
- Bilingual in French and English — daily meetings and documentation are in English
What do we offer?
- Contract: Fixed-term contract (CDD), 6 months — full-time
- Start date: Ideally June 2026
- Location: Paris — Porte Maillot
- Remote policy: 2 days per week remote
- Benefit from a comprehensive compensation & benefits package, including:
- Swile meal card
- Axa health insurance
- Commuter benefits (50% reimbursement)
- RTT (extra paid days off)
- Gymlib subscription
- Paid parental leave
Why join us?
- Build expertise in the fast-growing, profitable Fintech/Paytech industry
- Grow your compliance and KYC skills within a scaling international company
- Thrive in a multicultural environment, with 14 offices across Europe and colleagues from 30+ nationalities
- Enjoy a great workspace in Paris (Porte Maillot), with flexible remote work options
- Participate in company-wide events: team offsites, internal parties, and regular social activities
Recruitment process
1. Screening call with Malorie (Talent Acquisition Specialist) — 30 minutes – remote (video) — Purpose: General fit, motivation, salary expectations, availability
2. In-depth interview with Sylvain Le François (KYC Team Lead) — 45 minutes – remote (video) — Purpose: Technical skills, experience, approach to KYC/compliance work
3. Case study & debrief with Sylvain Le François — 30 minutes – remote (video) — Purpose: Practical assessment of analytical skills and thinking process
4. Final round — in-person — 1 hour – on-site — Purpose: Final validation + informal team meet
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