Building trust in a rapidly changing financial services landscape is how we help clients move forward with confidence and create long term value.

Patrick Menard

EY Europe West and France Financial Services Assurance Managing Partner

Driving transformation across Financial Services. Champion of trust and quality. Builder of high‑performing teams. Mentor.

Patrick is EY Europe West and France Financial Services Assurance Managing Partner. In this role, he leads assurance services across the region, supporting financial services clients in navigating regulatory complexity, transformation and evolving stakeholder expectations.

He has built a strong international career within EY. Between 2008 and 2013, he led talent initiatives for the Financial Services teams in Paris. He later spent five years in Asia, where he played a key role in developing advisory services for the insurance sector.

Earlier in his career, Patrick worked in Boston, US, supporting the initial implementation of financial reporting internal control regulations. He holds a master’s degree in Finance from ESCP Europe.

How Patrick is shaping the future with confidence

Patrick is focused on reinforcing trust in financial services by combining audit quality, innovation and deep knowledge. He works closely with clients to anticipate regulatory changes, strengthen resilience and address emerging risks. By championing digital transformation in assurance and investing in talent, he helps organizations adapt to a rapidly evolving environment.

Patrick is particularly passionate about building inclusive teams and supporting the next generation of leaders. Through his work, he contributes to a more transparent and sustainable financial system, helping clients grow with confidence while meeting the expectations of regulators, investors and society.

 

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