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IT Service, Governance Risk & Compliance Specialist

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 21 days ago

BME | Bolsas y Mercados Españoles

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Overview

Job details

Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
BME | Bolsas y Mercados Españoles doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Madrid for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 3+ years of experience
Mid-level role.

Requirements

What we're looking for

A minimum of 3 years of experience in IT service management, IT audit, IT controls, or governance roles, ideally in a regulated environment.
Good understanding of Service Level Agreements (SLA) governance, service reporting, operational risk, and compliance processes.
Ability to coordinate evidence collection, follow-up actions, and remediation activities with different stakeholders.
Structured, analytical, and detail-oriented working style, with strong communication and collaboration skills.
Professional proficiency in English and Spanish are required.

If you have any questions, check out our FAQ page or call Sara Perez de la Cuesta at +34 91 709 56 80.

For this vacancy we only accept direct applications in English.

Diversity is important to us. Therefore, we are looking to receiving applications regardless of any personal background.

The role

What you'll do

Monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) performance across applications and IT services, prepare service reports, and support regular service reviews.
Coordinate IT control, audit, and compliance activities, including evidence collection, remediation tracking, and follow-up actions.
Work with risk owners and application owners to identify, assess, and document operational and technology risks.
Maintain governance documentation, service metrics, and management reporting to support transparent decision-making.
Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to improve operational resilience, control effectiveness, and service quality.

Job description

BME - Bolsas y Mercados Españoles - drives the transformation of financial markets and belongs to SIX, the third largest exchange group in Europe.

What sets us apart drives us ahead: between local roots and global relevance, we are a unique blend of tradition and future, of foundation and growth. We value bright minds and inspire them to grow with their ideas. Come and shape the future of finance with us.

IT Service, Governance Risk & Compliance Specialist

Madrid | Working from home up to 40% | Reference 8225

Do you want to help strengthen reliable, compliant, and well-governed IT services in a regulated financial market environment? We are looking for an IT Service, Governance Risk & Compliance Specialist to join our IT Management Team within Exchanges IT in Las Rozas, Madrid. In this role, you will support service management, Service Level Agreements (SLA) governance, IT controls, audit readiness, and risk management activities across relevant IT services. You will work closely with application owners, risk owners, and technical teams in a collaborative environment built on ownership, trust, and continuous improvement.

We are looking forward to hear from you.

Hiring process

Application review, then generally two to three interviews, online or in person; some roles add a case study or an individual assessment 3 interviews

SIX aims to respond to every application within two weeks.
Only direct applications through the careers website are considered.

About BME | Bolsas y Mercados Españoles

BME | Bolsas y Mercados Españoles is the operator of the Spanish stock exchanges and financial markets, including the Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, and Valencia exchanges, as well as clearing and settlement systems. It is a key player in the Spanish financial infrastructure, providing trading, listing, and market data services. As part of the SIX Group since 2020, BME operates within a larger European financial services ecosystem, with a strong focus on technology and innovation in capital markets.

BME is headquartered in Madrid, where it maintains its main operations and a significant technology hub. The company offers a dynamic work environment at the intersection of finance and technology, with roles spanning IT, cybersecurity, data engineering, legal, and compliance. For international professionals, BME provides an opportunity to work in a leading European exchange group, with exposure to global financial markets and the backing of SIX Group. The company values technical expertise and offers roles that often require English, and sometimes German, making it accessible to international talent.

Industry: Financial Markets
Founded: 2002
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid
Website: bolsasymercados.es

Good to know if you are moving

BME is part of SIX Group, a Swiss company, offering opportunities for cross-border career moves within Europe.
The company is a key player in the Spanish financial market, providing a stable and regulated work environment.
Many roles require English, and some also require German, making it suitable for international professionals.
BME offers a range of technology and legal roles, ideal for those with expertise in financial services.
Madrid is a vibrant city with a high quality of life, and BME is centrally located in the financial district.

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