Business Risk Manager, Onboarding and Ongoing Due Diligence (ODD) team

Saxo-Bank; Denmark; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Saxo Bank is seeking a Business Risk Manager to join our Onboarding and Ongoing Due Diligence (ODD) team in Denmark. You will identify, assess, and manage non-financial risks, support compliance, and help embed risk awareness across the organization.

You will work with stakeholders across Denmark, the Netherlands, India, and other locations to ensure robust controls, documentation, and business continuity planning.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in risk management within a financial institution.
• Understanding of non-financial risk, governance, controls, compliance or audit is valuable.
• Ability to translate risk considerations into practical business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and manage non-financial risks across Onboarding and ODD.
• Support controls, compliance, and audit-related activities.
• Document policies, procedures, risks, and controls; coordinate Business Continuity Planning.

Skills

Risk management

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Job description

Are you passionate about risk management and eager to make a real impact? Saxo Bank is seeking a Business Risk Manager to join our Onboarding and Ongoing Due Diligence (ODD) team.About the RoleIn this pivotal role, you will work closely with management colleagues to identify, assess, and manage non-financial risks, compliance matters, and audit recommendations across the Onboarding and ODD area. You will play a key role in fostering a strong risk and compliance culture, ensuring that Onboarding and ODD activities operate within the Group’s risk appetite and support Saxo’s strategic objectives.Onboarding and ODD play a central role in safeguarding Saxo’s operations and ensuring that our processes, controls, and governance frameworks remain robust, efficient, and compliant in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. As Business Risk Manager, you will act as a trusted advisor to leaders and stakeholders, helping balance risk awareness with business objectives and operational effectiveness.You will join the Onboarding and ODD team, collaborating with colleagues across Denmark, the Netherlands, India, and other key locations. We foster an open feedback culture and a supportive team spirit. Our environment is purpose-driven and non-hierarchical, where great ideas are always valued. From day one, you will take on significant responsibility and have the opportunity to make a real impact.ResponsibilitiesRisk ManagementIdentify, assess, and manage non-financial risks within Onboarding and ODD, supporting the teams in maintaining a clear understanding of the overall risk landscape and ensuring appropriate mitigation activities are in place.Compliance & AuditSupport the business with control activities related to risk, compliance, and audit matters.Stakeholder CollaborationPartner with stakeholders across Onboarding and ODD and the wider organisation to embed risk considerations into decision-making, prioritisation, and strategic planning.DocumentationDrive high-quality and timely documentation of policies, procedures, work instructions, processes, capabilities, risks, and controls, ensuring transparency and consistency across ODD.Business ContinuityCoordinate and maintain Business Continuity Plans across ODD, ensuring plans remain effective and that relevant testing, training, and governance activities are completed.Your ProfileYou bring several years of experience in risk management, ideally within a financial institution. Experience working with operational risk, governance, controls, compliance, or audit-related activities will be considered a strong advantage.Your strong business acumen is complemented by a commitment to continuous learning and a genuine interest in risk management and regulatory frameworks. You are analytical and solution-oriented, with the ability to navigate complexity and translate risk considerations into practical business outcomes.You communicate with clarity and impact and are comfortable engaging with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation. You have a collaborative mindset, enjoy building strong relationships, and can influence decision-making through trust, expertise, and data-driven insights.Your approach is structured and process-oriented, yet you remain pragmatic and adaptable in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices will further strengthen your ability to succeed in the role.We get curious people invested in the worldWhen you work at Saxo, you become a Saxonian and part of a purpose-driven organisation, where good ideas are always taken seriously, and where you can make a true impact. We are invested in your development, and you can expect a robust career from day one when you join Saxo – no matter which role you take on.You will join 2,500 other ambitious colleagues across 11 countries and become part of an international organisation. Working in Saxo, you will get to meet colleagues from many different cultures and backgrounds, and you should know that we value diversity and inclusion and see it as a genuine source of strength to drive growth, foster innovation and position us for long-term success.We encourage an open feedback culture and supportive team environments enabling employees to grow and fulfil their career aspirations.When you bring passion, curiosity, drive and team spirit, your learning journey will be dynamic and your career opportunities in Saxo will be immense.At Saxo we don’t just offer a job – we offer an opportunity to invest in your future!How to apply :Click here to create an account and upload your resume and a short motivation. We look forward to getting to know you better!