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SimCorp Solution Owner/Principal Business Consultant For Private Debt Module - ID 45
RemoteContractCOMPSolution Owner / Principal Business Consultant – Private Debt (SimCorp) Location: Remote (Canada) Travel: Occasional travel to Montreal (approximately once per quarter) Start Date: 1st March 2026 End Date: 30th November 2026 Allocation: 100% until August 2026, then 50% through November 2026 About the Opportunity Skillfinder International is recruiting for an experienced Solution Owner / Principal Business Consultant to support a major SimCorp Dimension (SCD) Private Debt implementation for a Canadian client. This is a senior-level advisory role requiring deep expertise in private debt, strong SimCorp technical capabilities, and the ability to guide clients on industry best practices. The successful consultant will act as a trusted advisor, ensuring optimal solution design and implementation within the Private Debt module. Key Responsibilities Act as Solution Owner for the Private Debt module within SimCorp Dimension Provide strategic and functional advisory services to the client Guide best practices in private debt business processes and system configuration Lead and support loan implementation activities Advise on WSO integration and private debt operating models Collaborate with technical teams on data, configuration, and troubleshooting Ensure robust and scalable solution design aligned with business requirements Essential Skills & Experience Comprehensive knowledge of private debt business models Strong understanding of: Bilateral loans Syndicated loans Commitment-based structures Partial PIK Pricing and valuation concepts Hands-on experience with Loan Facilities configuration in SimCorp Dimension (SCD) Solid understanding of WSO (Wall Street Office) Proficiency in SimCorp data management tools: DEX DFS Auxiliary job configuration Ability to advise clients on best practices and industry standards Desirable Experience Experience implementing loan solutions, particularly WSO integration Knowledge and practical experience with Comm Server (troubleshooting level sufficient; design experience not required)
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Test Engineer Specialist
LuxembourgContractnegotiableTest Engineer Specialist Role Overview The Test Engineer Specialist will be responsible for overseeing quality assurance activities across projects and maintenance initiatives within a Front Office Lending environment. This role combines hands-on testing, documentation, requirements analysis, and quality governance responsibilities. The Specialist will also ensure that quality standards are consistently maintained across day-to-day activities and that best practices are followed by all team members. Key Responsibilities Manage the implementation of projects and individual maintenance tickets Analyse and document existing business rules within Front Office Lending systems Gather, analyse, and document user requirements for new IT developments, including related reporting needs where applicable Prepare comprehensive project documentation (business case, planning documents, detailed requirements, test documentation, etc.) Design, execute, and oversee software testing activities across lending systems and impacted downstream systems Develop and maintain structured test plans and test cases Identify, isolate, document, and track defects through resolution Provide first-line support and resolve end-user issues Ensure quality standards, testing methodologies, and best practices are applied consistently across the team Support continuous improvement of QA processes and testing frameworks Mandatory Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Project Management, Business Management, or a related field In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 11 years of equivalent professional experience may be accepted Professional proficiency in English Mandatory Experience Minimum 11 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance Preferred Experience & Competencies Experience within financial services, insurance, or similar regulated environments Strong understanding of agile methodologies and experience with agile planning tools (e.g., Jira) Proven experience designing and implementing test strategies and plans Experience with functional testing and test automation scripting Experience providing front-line user support in a financial institution Strong analytical and documentation skills High attention to detail and defect management expertise Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong collaboration and team leadership capabilities
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Test Engineer Senior
LuxembourgContractnegotiableTest Engineer Senior Role Overview The Test Engineer Senior will contribute to quality assurance activities within a Front Office Lending system landscape. The role focuses on test design, execution, requirements analysis, documentation, and user support, ensuring that system enhancements and maintenance activities meet defined quality standards. Key Responsibilities Support the implementation of projects and maintenance tickets Analyse and document business rules implemented within lending systems Assist in gathering and documenting user requirements for new IT developments, including reporting requirements where applicable Prepare required project and testing documentation (requirements documents, test cases, test plans, etc.) Execute functional testing activities for lending systems and impacted downstream systems Develop and maintain structured test cases and testing documentation Identify, document, and track defects Provide front-line support and resolve end-user issues Collaborate with project teams to ensure high-quality deliverables Mandatory Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Project Management, Business Management, or a related field In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 7 years of equivalent professional experience may be accepted Professional proficiency in English Mandatory Experience Minimum 7 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance Preferred Experience & Competencies Experience within financial services, insurance, or similar regulated environments Strong attention to detail with the ability to isolate and document defects effectively Knowledge of agile methodologies and experience with agile planning tools (e.g., Jira) Experience designing and executing test plans Experience in functional testing and test automation scripting Experience providing end-user support within a financial environment Strong communication skills for both technical and non-technical stakeholders Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
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Senior AML Consultant (EU AML Package / AML-CFT Framework) | Paris
ParisContractTBDSenior AML Consultant (EU AML Package / AML-CFT Framework) | Paris | March to December Role overview We are looking for an exceptionally senior Anti-Money Laundering (AML) consultant to support a client in Paris on a long-term assignment focused on the EU AML legislative package and the evolving AML/CFT regulatory framework. The consultant will provide expert guidance on regulatory interpretation, gap analysis, implementation planning, and delivery oversight across business, compliance, and operational stakeholders. Assignment details Location: Paris, France (on-site) Start: Early March End: End of December Contract type: Consulting / freelance (mission) Language: French (native-level) required; English professional working proficiency Context and objectives The client is strengthening its AML/CFT compliance framework in line with new European requirements. The consultant will help translate regulatory expectations into pragmatic implementation across policies, controls, governance, and operating model, ensuring readiness and alignment with supervisory expectations. Key responsibilities Provide subject matter expertise on the EU AML package and AML/CFT regulatory developments Conduct regulatory impact assessment and gap analysis vs current AML framework (policies, procedures, controls, governance) Define and drive an implementation roadmap (workstreams, milestones, deliverables, dependencies) Support the design or update of: AML/CFT policies and procedures Risk assessment methodology (institutional and customer risk) Customer Due Diligence and Enhanced Due Diligence standards Transaction monitoring and alert handling processes Governance, escalation and reporting routines Work closely with Compliance, Legal, Risk, Operations, IT, and business teams to ensure delivery is feasible and embedded Provide senior stakeholder management: facilitate workshops, steer decisions, document outcomes Prepare clear documentation suitable for audit and regulator interactions (briefing notes, packs, evidence logs) Where relevant, contribute to contract and documentation reviews linked to the compliance framework (in coordination with the client’s legal/compliance teams) Deliverables (indicative) Regulatory mapping and impact assessment pack Current-state assessment and gap analysis Target operating model recommendations (governance, controls, processes) Implementation roadmap and workplan Updated AML/CFT documentation set (policy/procedure updates) Workshop materials and stakeholder decision logs Readiness evidence pack for internal audit / supervisory review Required experience and profile Senior AML background (typically 10+ years) in financial services (banking, asset management, payments, insurance, or consulting to these sectors) Proven track record delivering AML/CFT regulatory change programmes end-to-end Strong knowledge of: EU AML legislative environment and supervisory expectations AML/CFT governance, risk assessments, CDD/EDD, TM, sanctions/PEP concepts (as applicable) Demonstrated ability to operate at senior management level, challenge constructively, and drive decisions Comfortable in complex, multi-stakeholder environments with tight timelines Excellent writing skills: ability to produce structured, audit-ready documentation Must-have criteria Native-level French (written and spoken) Availability for on-site presence in Paris Availability from early March through end of December (high continuity expected) Strong autonomy and ownership, with consulting-style delivery discipline Nice-to-have Experience with prior EU-wide AML regulatory programmes or large-scale remediation Exposure to regulator-facing preparation (ACP R, ECB, etc.) Familiarity working with cross-functional IT/data teams on AML controls and reporting
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Test Engineer Specialist
LuxembourgContractnegotiableTest Engineer Specialist Role Overview The Test Engineer Specialist will be responsible for overseeing quality assurance activities across projects and maintenance initiatives within a Front Office Lending environment. This role combines hands-on testing, documentation, requirements analysis, and quality governance responsibilities. The Specialist will also ensure that quality standards are consistently maintained across day-to-day activities and that best practices are followed by all team members. Key Responsibilities Manage the implementation of projects and individual maintenance tickets Analyse and document existing business rules within Front Office Lending systems Gather, analyse, and document user requirements for new IT developments, including related reporting needs where applicable Prepare comprehensive project documentation (business case, planning documents, detailed requirements, test documentation, etc.) Design, execute, and oversee software testing activities across lending systems and impacted downstream systems Develop and maintain structured test plans and test cases Identify, isolate, document, and track defects through resolution Provide first-line support and resolve end-user issues Ensure quality standards, testing methodologies, and best practices are applied consistently across the team Support continuous improvement of QA processes and testing frameworks Mandatory Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Project Management, Business Management, or a related field In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 11 years of equivalent professional experience may be accepted Professional proficiency in English Mandatory Experience Minimum 11 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance Preferred Experience & Competencies Experience within financial services, insurance, or similar regulated environments Strong understanding of agile methodologies and experience with agile planning tools (e.g., Jira) Proven experience designing and implementing test strategies and plans Experience with functional testing and test automation scripting Experience providing front-line user support in a financial institution Strong analytical and documentation skills High attention to detail and defect management expertise Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong collaboration and team leadership capabilities
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Test Engineer Senior
LuxembourgContractnegotiableTest Engineer Senior Role Overview The Test Engineer Senior will contribute to quality assurance activities within a Front Office Lending system landscape. The role focuses on test design, execution, requirements analysis, documentation, and user support, ensuring that system enhancements and maintenance activities meet defined quality standards. Key Responsibilities Support the implementation of projects and maintenance tickets Analyse and document business rules implemented within lending systems Assist in gathering and documenting user requirements for new IT developments, including reporting requirements where applicable Prepare required project and testing documentation (requirements documents, test cases, test plans, etc.) Execute functional testing activities for lending systems and impacted downstream systems Develop and maintain structured test cases and testing documentation Identify, document, and track defects Provide front-line support and resolve end-user issues Collaborate with project teams to ensure high-quality deliverables Mandatory Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Project Management, Business Management, or a related field In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 7 years of equivalent professional experience may be accepted Professional proficiency in English Mandatory Experience Minimum 7 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance Preferred Experience & Competencies Experience within financial services, insurance, or similar regulated environments Strong attention to detail with the ability to isolate and document defects effectively Knowledge of agile methodologies and experience with agile planning tools (e.g., Jira) Experience designing and executing test plans Experience in functional testing and test automation scripting Experience providing end-user support within a financial environment Strong communication skills for both technical and non-technical stakeholders Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
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