Operational Risk Manager

As an Operational Risk Manager, you are the crucial link in ensuring operational risk management within our organization. You identify and monitor risks, implement a robust Operational Risk Management Framework, and advise management with clear insights. With your sharp analytical skills and hands-on approach, you’ll help build a strong risk culture. In addition to a competitive compensation package with attractive benefits, we offer plenty of opportunities for personal growth and development in a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Are you ready to make an impact?

• You identify, analyze, and monitor operational risks within the organization and oversee risk appetite.
• You implement and strengthen the Operational Risk Management Framework and contribute to a strong risk culture.
• You coordinate and challenge risk assessments, self-assessments, gap analyses, and first-line risk evaluations.
• You assess new products, projects, and process changes from an operational risk perspective.
• You monitor incidents, Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), and business controls, and follow up on improvement actions and recommendations.
• You conduct independent second-line reviews and evaluate the effectiveness of existing control measures.
• You advise management and risk committees with clear reports, insights, and recommendations regarding operational risks.
• You serve as a sounding board for the business, raise risk awareness, and monitor relevant legislation, market developments, and best practices.

The ideal candidate:

• Holds a master's degree, preferably in an economic, financial, or legal discipline.
• Has at least 5 years of relevant work experience in Risk Management, Audit, Business Process Management, Internal Control, and/or Compliance, preferably within the financial sector.
• Communicates fluently in both Dutch and English, both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of French is a plus.
• Possesses a solid understanding of key laws, regulations, and standards within risk management and the financial sector, such as Basel, COSO, DORA, EBA/NBB guidelines, GDPR, and principles of operational resilience and outsourcing.
• Combines the ability to work independently with a practical, hands-on approach.
• Possesses an analytical and critical mind, complemented by common sense.
• Takes a results-oriented approach and can communicate clearly and professionally with both management and operational staff.
• Possesses strong skills in challenging and influencing others: you are not afraid to challenge front-line staff and senior stakeholders, while remaining constructive, solution-oriented, and diplomatic.
• Is highly organized, works in a structured manner, and maintains an overview of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of and interest in Artificial Intelligence, with a view toward applying it within your own responsibilities and monitoring AI applications throughout the organization, is a plus.

• Competitive compensation package with extensive benefits, including insurance, a mobility budget, a stock option plan, and additional vacation days.
• Extensive training and career development opportunities with a focus on internal mobility and intrapreneurship.
• Personal guidance and support to help you achieve your career goals.
• Work in a warm, family-run company with short decision-making chains and an approachable management team.
• A collegial and open work environment where collaboration, knowledge sharing, and team spirit are central.
• A stable organization with a strong focus on trust, open communication, and sustainable relationships.
• An environment where you can grow over the long term and make a tangible impact.