Banking Operations Manager - Juridical (German market)
Qonto
Operations
Paris, France
Posted 6+ months ago
Our mission and customers
Our platform simplifies banking and finance management for SMEs today, so that they can build their tomorrow. We offer a finance management platform with banking at its core, augmented by financial tools. We are proud to be rated 4.8 on Trustpilot, based on 53,000+ reviews.
Our culture puts customer satisfaction at the core of what we do, as proven by our Net Promoter Score of 75. This level of satisfaction is far above typical traditional banking scores, often ranging from 3 to 12, sometimes even lower.
Our journey
Founded in 2017 by Alexandre and Steve, Qonto has grown to 1,600+ Qontoers serving over 600,000 customers across 8 European countries: France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Austria, Belgium, and the Netherlands. We have been profitable since 2023, and we are just getting started as we want to become the indisputable European leader in SME finance management.
Our beliefs
We hire for skills and potential. With 80+ nationalities, 45% women, and 56% of women in our leadership team, diversity is simply part of who we are.
We've built a discrimination-free hiring process because we believe the best teams are built on merit.
AI at Qonto
We see AI as a catalyst for our success.
We always choose thinking over routine. That's why AI is already deeply embedded in how we work - not as a trend, but as a way to raise the bar for the entrepreneurs who count on us. That is why we grant our Qontoers unlimited access to the best AI tools on the market - Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot, Dust, and Notion AI.
We want people who experiment without waiting for permission. Who push AI beyond the obvious. Who know when to trust it and, more importantly, when to question it.
Already pushing AI limits? You'll fit right in.
Join us as a Banking Operations Juridical Officer for the German Market (fixed-term contract) based in Paris, where you will handle sensitive operations related to Qonto's customers. You will contribute to the day-to-day management of operational banking topics for our German market 🇩🇪, playing a key role in establishing Qonto as the leading European business finance solution. You will join our international Banking Operations team of 4 people (and counting!), under the supervision of Matthias, our Team Lead Banking Operations Juridical - Germany, Netherlands, Austria.
👩💻🧑💻 As a Banking Operations Juridical Officer - German Market at Qonto, you will:
- Manage sensitive procedures: Process and follow up on administrative seizures, judicial liquidations, enforcement actions (bailiff seizures), and inheritance procedures.
- Handle communication: Interact directly with German authorities, creditors, and lawyers in writing to ensure accuracy and compliance (no direct calls or direct customer communication).
- Collaborate cross-functionally: Work closely with internal teams (Banking Operations, Customer Care, and Legal) to ensure operations are handled efficiently and with care.
- Oversee account lifecycle: Manage account closures smoothly and prepare circular letters for external auditors.
- Improve processes: Refine and update daily operational processes to enhance efficiency and maintain excellence.
🤔 What you can expect:
- International Team – Collaborate with colleagues from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
- Hyper-Growth Environment – Contribute in a fast-paced context with strong opportunities for career development.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with Banking Operations, Customer Care, and Legal teams.
- Tangible Impact – Play a key role in shaping Qonto’s banking operations and helping establish it as a leading European business finance solution.
🤝 About your future manager
Your manager will be Matthias, our Team Lead Banking Operations Juridical - Germany, Netherlands, Austria.
- His path? Matthias began his career in the legal field, specializing in European and international tax law with experience as a Tax Trainee at several law firms. He joined Qonto in early 2022 as a Banking Operations Manager and quickly climbed the ranks, becoming a Senior Manager before stepping into his current role as Team Lead in 2024.
- What he can bring to the team? With his strong academic foundation in tax law and years of hands-on experience in Qonto's banking operations, Matthias brings exceptional analytical rigor, precision, and a deep understanding of our core financial processes. His rapid progression within the company is a testament to his adaptability and proven leadership. Additionally, as a Franco-German bilingual, he brings a valuable cross-cultural perspective and excellent communication skills to the team.
🏅 About You
- Experience: You have initial experience in administrative or banking operations and are comfortable handling operational, sometimes sensitive, topics.
- Languages: You are fluent in German and English (written and spoken). Proficiency in French is a plus.
- Analytical & Detail-Oriented: You have sharp organizational skills, a meticulous eye for detail, and the perseverance to handle repetitive tasks.
- Critical Thinker: You bring intellectual curiosity, always seeking better solutions and feeling comfortable challenging the status quo.
- Team Player: You are proactive, motivated, and ready to grow in a supportive and dynamic team environment.
At Qonto we understand that true diversity isn't just about ticking boxes on a hiring checklist. Apply regardless of the boxes you tick! Who knows? You may have the missing piece of the puzzle we've been searching for all along.
Our hiring process
- Interviews with your Talent Acquisition Manager and future managers (1 hour each)
- A remote or live exercise to demonstrate your skills and give you a taste of what working at Qonto could be like
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