Manager OPC

Manager OPC

About us

Mobility is evolving rapidly, and Arval is evolving with it.

For over 30 years, we've been delivering simple, complete, and tailored mobility solutions to both private and professional clients, helping them move smarter and more sustainably.

As part of the BNP Paribas Group, Arval continues to grow year after year, driven by innovation, customer focus, and operational excellence. Today, we are proud to count over 7.000 employees across more than 30 countries, all working together to shape the future of mobility.

Our motto,
\"Life is a journey made of journeys\"
, applies not only to our customers but also to our colleagues. At Arval, your journey is one of continuous growth, discovery, and impact, surrounded by passionate and talented teammates.

Our values

Our core values are the foundation of our success and are at the heart of everything we do. They are the fertile soil for a culture where everyone can grow and thrive, with a lasting positive impact on each other, our customers and the world around us. Do you want to be part of this committed team and join us in making a difference?

Your role

As a
Manager of Operational and Permanent Control
, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and safeguarding the organization's control environment. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously enhancing the permanent control framework, ensuring it aligns with internal policies and regulatory expectations.

You will act as a trusted advisor to management, supporting them in fulfilling their control responsibilities and driving a strong risk culture across the business. Your role will also involve leading a small team of approximately four people, guiding them in the execution of control activities, monitoring action plans, and promoting best practices.

You will be expected to:

• Foster risk awareness and governance excellence, including incident management and reporting.
• Coordinate with internal audit and second-line functions to ensure consistency and transparency.
• Develop your team's autonomy and expertise, encouraging ownership and continuous improvement.
• Engage with local and international stakeholders, contributing to group-wide initiatives and harmonization efforts.

This is a strategic and hands-on role, ideal for someone who combines leadership, precision, and a consultative mindset with a deep understanding of operational risk and control dynamics.

Your tasks

• Ensure the effectiveness of the Permanent Control system
  , in line with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Design, implement, and continuously improve
  methodologies and best practices for Permanent Control.
• Define, coordinate, and monitor action plans and corrective measures
  , ensuring timely execution and follow-up.
• Analyze operational risks
  , report findings and recommendations to senior management, and contribute to incident management.
• Support internal audits
  , including preparation, coordination, and follow-up on audit recommendations.
• Consolidate and coordinate reporting
  across business units, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
• Coach and support staff
  involved in Permanent Control activities, fostering a strong risk culture.
• Lead a small team
  , ensuring performance, development, and alignment with control objectives.
• Collaborate with local and international stakeholders
  , including Compliance, Legal, CSR, and ICT, within the BNP Paribas Group.
• Act as a key partner in governance and risk awareness
  , including facilitating Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSA).
• Organize training and awareness sessions
  to promote control culture across the organization.
• Prepare and lead monthly control meetings
  with business managers and contribute to strategic steering.

Qualifications, skills and experience required

• Leadership
  – You inspire, motivate, and guide colleagues with clarity and purpose.
• Strategic Vision
  – You maintain a helicopter view, connecting dots across complex situations and anticipating risks.
• Delegation & Accountability
  – You distribute tasks effectively, empower others, and ensure follow-up on results.
• People Management
  – You support, coach, and develop team members, fostering a culture of ownership and continuous improvement.
• OPC Expertise
  – You have solid knowledge of Operational Permanent Control processes, including RCSA, incident management, and control testing.
• Operational Leasing Knowledge
  – You demonstrate deep understanding of leasing workflows and operational business processes.
• Precision & Analytical Thinking
  – You work with accuracy and a strong eye for detail, and can analyze complex data to present clear, actionable conclusions.
• Relationship Management
  – You build and maintain strong professional relationships across departments and geographies.
• Consultative Approach
  – You act as a trusted advisor to management and stakeholders, providing guidance on risk and control matters.
• Communication Skills
  – You communicate clearly and effectively with all levels of the organization, including senior management and external auditors.
• Project & Change Management
  – You are comfortable managing cross-functional initiatives and driving change in a structured way.
• Language Skills
  – Fluency in English and one local language (French or Dutch) is required.

Offer

Attractive package with various benefits including:

• 32 holidays
• Company car with charging card and/or mobility plan
• Performance related bonus
• Group pension plan and medical insurance cover , incl dental care and ambulatory care insurance
• Laptop and smartphone
• Allowance for homework
• Meal and eco vouchers
• Merits benefits offered at various stores and brands
• Within Arval, wellbeing and work-life balance are taken seriously by offering flexible hours and hybrid workplace (home office and on-site)
• A personal development plan and various training opportunities
• An international growing company within a global banking group, with a strong belief in the power of diversity, inclusion and CSR initiatives
• Enjoy awesome events with nice colleagues, where good vibes and fun are guaranteed

Ready to help shape a changing world? Join us

We believe that great ideas come from diverse perspectives. Even if you don't meet every single requirement, if this role resonates with you, we strongly encourage you to apply.

We hire for mindset, potential, and passion, not just checkboxes.

Let's build the future together.