Senior Manager / Director – Financial Services Risk Consulting

KPMG Switzerland; Zürich; On-site; CHF 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working models

Lunch allowance

Mobile phone support

Job summary

KPMG Switzerland in Zurich seeks a Senior Manager/Director in Financial Services Risk Consulting to lead non-financial risk initiatives for banking clients. You will guide the development of NFR services, oversee client engagements, meet regulatory expectations, and help grow the portfolio with strategic proposals and market outreach.

The role requires 6–8 years in risk management within banking or consulting, strong GRC tech familiarity, and fluency in German and English.

Qualifications

• Master or PhD in banking & finance, economics, business, or a related field.
• 6-8 years of professional experience in banking or in a consulting or audit firm focusing on risk management and risk transformation in the context of non-financial risk.
• Knowledge of GRC technology solutions (MetricStream, ServiceNow, SwissGRC, IBM Open Pages, etc.).
• Analytical mindset, willingness to learn and perform, team and service orientation, strong communication skills, and independent working style.
• Ability to manage small teams of consultants and to take ownership of securing timely delivery of project milestones.
• Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.
• Fluency (written and oral) in both German and English are a must.

Responsibilities

• Own the Non-financial Risk topic and lead the team for Financial Service clients in this areas.
• Lead the further development of our NFR services and client portfolio.
• Lead client delivery of engagements in the areas of risk management and risk transformation, especially regarding operational resilience, non-financial risk (NFR), business continuity management, and third party risk management (TPRM).
• Stay on top of evolving regulatory requirements (e.g. FINMA, EBA, PRA) as well as industry best practice developments for NFR to devise value-generating solutions for our clients.
• Drive go-to-market activities for our risk transformation and NFR solution offering; develop materials for client sessions.
• Lead or support proposal work for risk transformation and NFR opportunities.
• Identify business opportunities, build and maintain client relationships.
• Coach and develop team members on a more junior level and take ownership of shaping and further developing our team.

Skills

Non-financial risk

NFR services

Risk transformation

Client delivery leadership

Regulatory knowledge

MS Office

German language

English language

Education

Master's or PhD in banking & finance / economics / business

Tools

MetricStream

ServiceNow

SwissGRC

IBM OpenPages

Job description

Discover KPMG – Become part of our team

With 300 different auditing and advisory service opportunities, our people can choose the career path that suits them best. Through our competencies in business transformation as well as ESG consulting, we support our clients in today's biggest challenges. We are a purpose-led and values driven company where your insight can create opportunities for you and contribute to a better future. Do work that matters, supported by a community that values difference and cares about you. Gain learning that'll last you a lifetime and be recognized for the impact you make. Find opportunity everywhere with KPMG.

Senior Manager / Director – Financial Services Risk Consulting

Location: Zurich

Workload: 80-100%

Start Date: By agreement

Your contribution to KPMG

• Own the Non-financial Risk topic and lead the team for Financial Service clients in this areas
• Lead the further development of our NFR services and client portfolio.
• Lead client delivery of engagements in the areas of risk management and risk transformation, especially regarding operational resilience, non-financial risk (NFR), business continuity management, and third party risk management (TPRM)
• Stay on top of evolving regulatory requirements (e.g. FINMA, EBA, PRA) as well as industry best practice developments for NFR to devise value-generating solutions for our clients
• Drive go-to-market activities for our risk transformation and NFR solution offering; develop materials for client sessions
• Lead or support proposal work for risk transformation and NFR opportunities
• Identify business opportunities, build and maintain client relationships
• Coach and develop team members on a more junior level and take ownership of shaping and further developing our team

This is what makes you successful

• Master or PhD in banking & finance, economics, business, or a related field
• 6 - 8 years of professional experience in banking or in a consulting or audit firm focusing on risk management and risk transformation in the context of non-financial risk
• Knowledge of GRC technology solutions (MetricStream, ServiceNow, SwissGRC, IBM Open Pages, etc.)
• Analytical mindset, willingness to learn and perform, team and service orientation, strong communication skills, and independent working style
• Ability to manage small teams of consultants and to take ownership of securing timely delivery of project milestones
• Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
• Fluency (written and oral) in both German and English are a must

Your benefits

Unlock Your Potential

We offer personalized training programs, a wide range of courses, and tailored career paths to help you fully realize your potential. Our offerings include specialized courses, mentoring programs, continuing education, the People Manager Academy, and much more. We encourage you to develop future-ready skills through digital learning, external programs, and support for professional qualifications. Surrounded by motivated and open-minded experts, you can exchange ideas, challenge perspectives, and help shape the future.

Mentoring and Networking

At KPMG, we support your professional and personal development through personalized mentoring programs and a collaborative culture. From programs such as WoMentoring for early-career professionals to networking opportunities and social events, you will build meaningful relationships with colleagues and clients. We value diverse perspectives and believe they are key to innovation and professional growth.

Flexible Working

With us, you'll find the support and flexibility you need to balance your career and private life. You can benefit from hybrid working models, flexible working hours, the option to work from abroad (up to 10 working days per calendar year), and generous parental leave. You also have the option to purchase additional vacation days.

Additional Benefits

Successful employees need top-tier IT infrastructure and excellent mobility-not only at work but also in their private lives. KPMG covers your mobile phone bill, provides financial support for your mobile device and offers an SBB Half-Fare Travelcard. Parking spaces are also available at fair prices. Our lunch allowance supports your daily meals, and you benefit from additional discounts across various areas.

Generous Parental Leave

We offer generous parental leave: 18 weeks of maternity leave and 4 weeks of paternity leave, which can be taken within the first year after the birth or adoption of your child. Fathers may also apply for up to two additional months of unpaid leave. To further support families, we offer places in holiday camps for children aged 6 to 15 during school holidays in cooperation with MS Sports. Additional support services are available through our Parents Circle.

Inspired by Innovation

At KPMG, you'll work with highly qualified, ambitious experts. In our inspiring environment, clear thinking and strong perspectives matter more than hierarchies-because good ideas always come first. We support you with cutting-edge tools and state-of-the-art AI technologies, enabling you to actively participate in and shape technological progress in your daily work.

An inclusive culture

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is reflected in our policies and practices. Become part of a culture that celebrates individuality. In our various communities (KNOW, KNOW Young, Pride, and Internationals at KPMG), you can connect with like-minded colleagues. Values & Culture