Partners Relationship Manager Assistant (Intern)

Who are we?  

iBanFirst is a fast-growing European fintech that is revolutionizing international payments for SMEs. Founded in 2016, our platform empowers Small & Medium Multinationals (SMMs) to regain control over their payment operations: currency conversion (FX), international transactions, and foreign exchange risk management across 140 countries — quickly, transparently, and securely. 

We make life easier for SMEs through an advanced technology platform (automation, APIs, AI…) combined with dedicated expertise, offering the best of both worlds: the agility of a SaaS solution and the reliability of a trusted partner. 

By simplifying complexity, iBanFirst helps thousands of bold companies seize global business opportunities with peace of mind — delivering simplicity, transparency, and security. 

 

Key figures 

• 350+ employees across 14 offices in 11 European countries 

• 30+ nationalities represented, average age: 32 

• 10,000 corporate clients trust us 

• €80M in revenue in 2025, with a target of around €100M in 2026 

• Profitable for nearly two years 

• Ranked for 6 consecutive years in the Financial Times FT1000, among the fastest-growing European companies 

• An NPS of 87.5 — an exceptional score in our industry, reflecting enthusiastic client feedback on the simplicity, speed, and quality of our service 

 

A strong culture built around 4 core values 

• Team First: The complexity of our industry demands collective intelligence. We prioritize cooperation, transparency, and knowledge sharing. Success is a team effort, and decisions are made together. 

• Tenacity: We're transforming a challenging and highly regulated market. It requires endurance, fast learning, and resilience — qualities rooted in our entrepreneurial DNA. 

• Transformation: Innovation is not a buzzword; it's a necessity in a constantly shifting and strategic sector. We innovate with intent: every technical, product, or organizational improvement is designed for real impact. 

• Trust: Trust is the foundation of everything we build — with our clients and, above all, internally. It's driven by ownership, autonomy, and a shared commitment to transparency, rigor, and reliability. 

 

The Role  

Manager & Team 

You will report directly to Elise Cardon, Head of Partnerships —  Elise owns the Partnerships scope within the Operations department and works closely with the two other Operations teams: Due Diligence and Back Office. As her intern, you will work hand-in-hand with her on all key topics — making this a unique opportunity for real ownership and direct mentorship from day one. 

 

What will you do? 

As a Partners Relationship Manager Assistant, you will be the key daily coordinator for all ongoing affairs with our partners — banks, FX liquidity providers, and other strategic counterparts. You will have a central role in supporting projects, processes, and cross-team discussions. 

Your main assignments will include: 

• KYC & Compliance — Centralize, organize, and maintain documentation for KYC processes; respond to KYC demands and periodic compliance reviews 

• Stakeholder Coordination — Map and coordinate internal and external stakeholders across multiple teams and partner organizations 

• Reporting & Data Analysis — Compile and report data necessary for ongoing discussions with financial institutions (banks, FX liquidity providers…) 

• Financial Monitoring — Track costs and revenues generated by each financial institution to facilitate feedback and support negotiations 

• Process Improvement & AI — Contribute to the optimization of the governance framework; proactively leverage AI-powered tools to improve daily efficiency, reporting, and analysis 

 

What do you bring? 

Must haves: 

• Currently enrolled in a Bac+4/Bac+5  programme in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field (Grande École, Master's degree) 

• Fluent in French and English — mandatory (written and spoken, professional level) 

• Strong analytical skills: comfortable handling data, building reports, and preparing business-oriented analyses 

• Excellent written communication: able to produce clear, concise deliverables for senior management and external partners 

• Rigorous and organized: reliable in managing complex documentation and multi-stakeholder follow-ups 

• Proactive and autonomous: a true doer who takes ownership without waiting to be told 

• Strong team player: comfortable working transversally across departments and seniority levels 

• Curious about emerging technologies, particularly AI tools applied to operational efficiency 

Nice to haves: 

• Understanding of banks' business models and services: international payments, correspondent banking, capital markets (FX) 

• Familiarity with SWIFT and SEPA frameworks 

• Exposure to digital assets or FX products 

• Knowledge of local vs. virtual accounts and local IBAN establishment 

 

What do we offer? 

• A 6-month internship (from August or September 2026) at the heart of a fast-growing, profitable European fintech — based in Paris   

• Direct exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic financial partners from day one 

• A dynamic, multicultural work environment with colleagues from 30+ nationalities 

• Hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools, including AI-powered solutions 

• Compensation: €1,000–€1,500 gross/month depending on your level of study 

• Office-based — full on-site presence (Paris) 

• Swile meal card (€8/day) 

• 50% public transport reimbursement 

• Regular team events, company parties, and social activities 

 

Recruitment Process 

1. Screeninginterview with Elise Cardon (Head ofPartnerships)— 30 min | Remote (video) — Purpose: General fit, motivation, availability, internship expectations 
2. In-depthinterview with Eloise Waynua (current assistant) — 20 min | Remote (video) or in-person — Purpose: General fit, Role-specific skills