Internal Control Manager - Group Risk Management (f/m/d)

Deutsche Börse Group; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Deutsche Börse Group invites you to join the Group Risk Governance & Internal Control team, a central function within the Group Risk Area. You will advise senior stakeholders, shape the IC strategy, and oversee the Group’s IC risk profile across entities, collaborating with Operational Risk, Business Continuity Management, and Group Compliance.

As Internal Control Manager, you will translate complex requirements into practical controls, drive improvements to the IC framework, and deliver

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or Law.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in Operational Risk Management, Internal Control, or related audit/consulting, ideally in financial services or financial market infrastructure.
• Strong regulatory knowledge (MaRisk, CSSF 12/552, CSDR) and industry frameworks (COSO, COBIT/ITIL).
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical skills to identify problems and propose robust, business-oriented solutions.
• Natural collaborator with excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English; German and/or French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Strategic Partner & Advisor: trusted advisor to the business and senior stakeholders.
• Take a leading role in shaping and implementing the DBG-wide IC Framework.
• Collaborate with Group Entities to implement the DBG IC Framework across the group.
• Enhance the IC Framework with practical guidance, training, and support measures.
• Facilitate Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) and ensure quality assurance.
• Drive reporting and communication to Senior and Executive Management on control posture and remediation.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication & presentation

Education

University degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or Law

Tools

MaRisk knowledge

COSO/ITIL/COBIT

Job description

Your area of work

Join the Group Risk Governance & Internal Control team, a central function within the Group Risk Area of Deutsche Börse AG. We are the strategic drivers of the group-wide Internal Control System (ICS). Our mission is to define, implement, and continuously enhance the IC framework that safeguards our entire organization.

Your career at Deutsche Börse Group

Your area of work

Join the Group Risk Governance & Internal Control team, a central function within the Group Risk Area of Deutsche Börse AG. We are the strategic drivers of the group-wide Internal Control System (ICS). Our mission is to define, implement, and continuously enhance the IC framework that safeguards our entire organization.

As an Internal Control Manager, you will act as a key advisor and business partner, providing senior guidance to entities across the Deutsche Börse Group. You will not only ensure compliance but actively shape and drive the IC strategy. This role offers a unique opportunity to oversee the Group’s complete IC risk profile and collaborate closely with senior management and other control functions (e.g., Operational Risk, Business Continuity Management, Group Compliance) to fortify our risk landscape.

Your responsibilities

• Act as a Strategic Partner & Advisor: Serve as a trusted advisor to the business and senior stakeholders. You will provide expert guidance on managing process risks and strengthening the control environment, translating complex requirements into practical and effective solutions.
• Drive the Group *? Take a leading role in shaping and implementing the DBG-wide *? You will oversee the Group’s *?
• Collaborate with Group Entities: Guide and support the dedicated IC teams within the different entities of Deutsche Börse Group. You will ensure the consistent and effective implementation of the DBG IC Framework, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Enhance the IC Framework: Proactively identify needs from various stakeholders and contribute to the enhancement of the Group-wide IC Framework. You will develop practical guidance, deliver targeted training, and create support measures that drive results.
• Facilitate & Assure Quality: Facilitate Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) performed by the 1st Line of Defence, providing expert support and performing quality assurance to ensure the integrity of the process.
• Drive Reporting & Communication: Monitor the overall effectiveness of the IC and prepare insightful reports for Senior and Executive Management, clearly communicating the Group's control posture, identified issues, and recommended remediation measures.

Your profile

• You have completed a university degree or similar in a relevant field such as Business, Economics, Finance, or Law.
• You bring at least 5 years of professional experience in Operational Risk Management, Internal Control, or a related audit/consulting function, ideally within the financial services, banking, or financial market infrastructure sector.
• You possess a strong understanding of relevant regulations (e.g., MaRisk, CSSF 12/552, CSDR) and industry frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT/ITIL).
• You have a strategic mindset coupled with strong analytical skills, allowing you to identify underlying problems, think critically, and propose robust, business-oriented solutions.
• You are a natural collaborator with excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing and advising stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential; German and/or French language skills are a significant asset.