Head of Operational Risk (m/w/d)

DATA-DACH (merged with BAUMLINK); München; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

DATA-DACH (merged with BAUMLINK) in Munich is seeking a Head of Operational Risk Management to lead the department and develop a robust risk framework. The role offers significant opportunities for career growth within a global company.

The ideal candidate has strong expertise in operational risk management, along with leadership experience and fluency in German and English.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in operational risk management and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and experience in management reporting.
• Agile mindset focusing on process simplification.

Responsabilités

• Lead and strategically develop the Operational Risk Management department.
• Design and implement a robust internal control system.
• Proactively collaborate with subsidiaries and key functions.

Connaissances

Operational risk management

Internal control systems

Leadership experience

Fluent German

Fluent English

Formation

Relevant academic qualifications in risk management, finance, IT or related fields

Description du poste

As Head of Operational Risk Management, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the company’s operational risk framework. This role offers a unique opportunity to steer the future of non-financial risk in a dynamic, evolving environment, and a clear path for career growth within a global industry leader.

Role

• Lead and strategically develop the Operational Risk Management department
• Design and implement a robust internal control system
• Proactively collaborate with subsidiaries, key functions, and group level
• Deliver management reporting focused on actionable decision‑making
• Lead projects and initiatives to strengthen non‑financial risk management with a particular focus on IT risk management in line with regulatory requirements such as DORA
• Foster a strong risk culture within the organization

Your Profile

• Relevant academic qualifications in risk management, finance, IT, or other related fields
• Strong expertise in operational risk management and internal control systems and an in‐depth understanding of regulatory requirements such as DORA
• Proven leadership experience in risk management, compliance, or audit
• Excellent communication skills and experience in management reportingAgile mindset with focus on process simplification and complexity reduction
• Fluent German and English