Natixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for the business, operations and work culture of Groupe BPCE worldwide.
As part of Groupe BPCE’s international division, Natixis in Portugal designs and delivers solutions for its two core areas – Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management – as well as transversal services that support all entities across the Group.
With more than 3,000 employees representing 46 nationalities, the teams work across Information Technology, Banking Support Activities, and Compliance, in an integrated, inclusive, and cross-functional way, supporting all business lines and platforms of the Group.
A disruptive mindset and a culture of proximity and agility identify Natixis in Portugal Team and reflect the company's mission to transform traditional banking at a global scale: a perfect match in the Portuguese dynamics and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Squad Lead to join the PnL team in Porto, part of the Risk department. This system is
responsible for loading, certifying, and publishing the PnL (Profit & Loss) figures, that is a profitability KPI
representing the economic results of the bank.
The project team consists of Business Analysts and Developers located in Paris and Porto. The candidate will
collaborate closely with international IT teams and business users.
Main Tasks & Responsibilities:
- Act as the business knowledge reference for the development team, bridging communication with the entire team and proactively chasing answers when needed;
- Coordinate across teams to anticipate dependencies and remove blockers;
- Work within an Agile/Scrum environment;
- Own relationships with internal clients to optimize and develop new features;
- Design, document and maintain system processes;
- Gather, analyze and document user requirements and functional specifications;
- Conduct quality assurance by defining and executing test cases;
- Academic or professional background in Economics, Finance, Market Data, or Risk Management.
- Prior experience in IT projects within financial institutions is a plus.
Technical Skills
- Basic knowledge of SQL.
Soft Skills
- Methodical, detail-oriented approach with strong analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
- Customer-oriented mindset.
Language
- Fluency in English (minimum B2 level required).
- Proficiency in French is a plus
Our workplace reflects the vibrant spirit of our locations, with initiatives such as a Green Transportation Budget, electric bikes and a flexible Hybrid Work Policy. We promote wellbeing through the Honolulu Wellness Club, a Prayer Room, a Lactation Room, and themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration. Through our ESG and DEI strategies, we are committed to being inclusive, caring, and fair, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
Skills Required
- Academic or professional background in Economics, Finance, Market Data, or Risk Management.
- Prior experience in IT projects within financial institutions.
- Basic knowledge of SQL.
- Fluency in English (minimum B2 level).
- Proficiency in French.
- Experience working within an Agile/Scrum environment.
- Methodical, detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities and a customer-oriented mindset.
- Ability to gather, analyze, and document user requirements and functional specifications and execute QA test cases.
What We Do
Natixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for the business, operations and work culture of Groupe BPCE worldwide. Natixis in Portugal is part of the Global Financial Services division, where it applies technology for the development of financial expertise in its two global business lines – Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management – and, transversally, for the entities of Groupe BPCE. The Centre of Expertise, based in Porto, currently has more than 2,400 employees from over 30 nationalities, organised in three main departments: Information Technology, Banking Support Activities and Compliance. These teams work in an integrated, inclusive and transversal way, supporting and creating value for all the business lines and platforms of the group. For recruitment: [email protected] For other questions: [email protected]
