HQ Function

Serves as the central operational base for all of ESMA's regulatory, supervisory, and policymaking activities across the European Union.

Notable Features:

Modern office facilities equipped with advanced technology to support its complex data analysis, supervisory functions, and international collaboration. Security is a key feature due to the sensitive nature of its work.

Work Culture:

A highly professional, multicultural, and dynamic work environment, bringing together experts from across the EU. The culture emphasizes integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to public interest in safeguarding EU financial markets.

HQ Significance:

The Paris headquarters is pivotal as the command center for coordinating financial market supervision and regulation throughout the EU, developing the single rulebook, and liaising with national authorities and international bodies.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters' operations and setup reflect ESMA's core values of investor protection, market integrity, financial stability, transparency, and consistent application of EU law.

Location:

ESMA's primary sphere of influence is across the European Union Member States, where it works closely with National Competent Authorities (NCAs) to ensure consistent financial rules and supervisory practices. While its physical headquarters is in Paris, its regulatory reach and impact are EU-wide. Globally, ESMA engages with international regulatory bodies and third-country authorities to promote supervisory convergence, share information, and address cross-border financial risks, contributing to global financial stability.

Street Address:

201-203 rue de Bercy, CS 80910

City:

Paris

State/Province:

Île-de-France

Country:

France