Risk & Compliance Manager

Overview Exclusive Networks is a value-added service and technology (VAST) group, that accelerates market entry and growth for innovative cybersecurity, network, cloud and infrastructure technologies around the world. The mission of Exclusive Networks is to drive the rapid market penetration and fast growth needs of ambitious IT vendors by enabling reseller partners to differentiate, add value and create new market opportunities. This “Disruptive Distribution” proposition is declined through Value Added Distribution, financing services and global deployment services. With the headquarter in Boulogne-Billancourt, Paris Area, France, more than 2,500 employees worldwide, USD 5,5 bn of sales, is organized through subsidiaries in more than 40 countries. EMEA (Western and Eastern Europe, Middle East) being the largest region representing more than 75% of the Group revenue. Exclusive Networks is creating the position of Risk and Compliance Manager in order to support its ambitious Anti-Corruption and Risk Management programs. Key Responsibilities Program Implementation & Policies Implement and maintain Exclusive Networks Compliance Management System across regional entities, including updating and enforcing key policies. Monitor regulatory developments with the Legal team, and integrate benchmarks and external best practices. Support Country Management teams in identifying and mitigating local risks. Assist entities in program implementation: develop communication plans, deliver awareness sessions, and promote best practices. Foster a culture of compliance and support operational teams in their day-to-day activities (e.g. marketing initiatives). Ensure local coordination and execution of global compliance projects. Conduct corruption risk assessments and update the Group risk mapping, ensuring follow-up and remediation across all regions. Third Parties Management Validate high-risk third parties and transactions, ensuring no links to sanctioned entities or blacklists. Advise operational teams on third-party due diligence process (removals, reassignments, category changes). Review contracts and compliance clauses, and respond to supplier due diligence requests. Tools & Training Manage compliance IT applications (MyTrustedPartner, MyComplianceHub, NAVAN, gift & entertainment register, accounting controls), ensuring workflows, entities, and approvers remain up to date. Design and manage compliance training programs across all legal entities: monitor completion rates, deliver sessions, maintain KPIs, and ensure targeted coverage for Ethics Champions, Finance Directors, and General Managers. Monitoring & Investigations Perform continuous monitoring of anti-corruption controls (Level 2, in line with AFA standards), assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of policies and procedures, identifying gaps, and implementing corrective actions. Work closely with regional finance teams to strengthen internal controls on sensitive topics. Collaborate with Ethics Champions and senior management in each entity to continuously improve compliance performance. Establish and manage KPIs to enable ongoing monitoring of compliance status. Conduct or support internal investigations at the request of the Risks & Compliance Director. Business Support Advise business teams, particularly Marketing & Sales, on risk-sensitive initiatives (e.g. incentive programs, sponsorships). Ensure effective compliance integration during the onboarding of newly acquired companies. Act as a proactive business partner, balancing enforcement with business needs. Contribute actively to the continuous development of the EXN Compliance Program. Qualifications and Experience Minimum 5 years of experience in Compliance, Risk Management, or Internal Audit. Proven expertise in anti-corruption programs (Sapin II or equivalent international frameworks). International experience; exposure to high-risk regions (e.g. APAC, Middle East) is a plus. Fluent English (mandatory). Other languages are an advantage. Strong leadership, energy, and ability to mobilize teams and drive change. Excellent communication skills with clarity, impact, and emotional intelligence. Authority and assertiveness, with the ability to influence and enforce group positions. Strong business acumen and ability to act as a trusted partner to operations. Integrity and credibility at the highest level. Comfortable working in diverse, international environments. Both strategic thinker and hands-on executor. Autonomy, adaptability, and resilience in fast-paced contexts. #J-18808-Ljbffr