Outsourcing Risk Specialist (m/w/d) in Frankfurt

DATA-DACH (merged with BAUMLINK); Frankfurt; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working location

Employee development opportunities

Job summary

DATA-DACH (merged with BAUMLINK) seeks an experienced Outsourcing Risk Specialist to join our team in Germany. You will assess outsourcing risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure providers comply with GRC standards.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align outsourcing activities with corporate risk objectives. In this role, you will implement risk management frameworks, monitor third-party performance, and advise business units on best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Risk Management.
• Proven experience in risk management with outsourcing focus.
• Strong knowledge of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) principles and frameworks.
• CRISC or CISA certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments of outsourcing activities and develop mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure outsourcing activities align with risk management objectives.
• Monitor the performance of third-party service providers and assess their compliance with company standards.
• Develop and implement risk management policies and frameworks related to outsourcing.
• Provide guidance and support to business units on outsourcing risk management best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

GRC knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or related field

CRISC certification

CISA certification

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Outsourcing Risk Specialist to join our dynamic team. The Outsourcing Risk Specialist will be responsible for assessing and managing the risks associated with outsourcing activities within the company. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) principles and practices.

Your Responsibilities

• Assess the risks associated with outsourcing activities and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of third-party service providers to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement risk management frameworks and policies related to outsourcing activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that outsourcing activities align with the company's risk management objectives.
• Provide guidance and support to business units on outsourcing risk management best practices.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in risk management, with a focus on outsourcing risks.
• Strong knowledge of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) principles and frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) are a plus.

Day-to-Day

• Conducting risk assessments of outsourcing activities and developing risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure that outsourcing activities align with risk management objectives.
• Monitoring the performance of third-party service providers and assessing their compliance with company standards.
• Developing and implementing risk management policies and frameworks related to outsourcing.
• Providing guidance and support to business units on best practices for managing outsourcing risks.

Your Benefits

• You’ll be offered a comprehensive benefits package- we’ll value your wellbeing and support your development.
• You’re offered flexibility about where and when you work – finding a balance that works for all.
• It’s all part of the commitment to making you feel motivated by the work you do and happy to be part of our team.