Development & Operations Manager, Corporate Security and Risk Management

YIT - Urban developer and construction company; Helsinki; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous learning & career path

Meaningful work

Structured leadership

Hybrid/remote-friendly

Well-being benefits

Job summary

YIT is seeking an Development & Operations Manager, Corporate Security & Risk Management to lead the design and coordination of enterprise risk, business continuity and corporate security capabilities. You will collaborate with leaders to embed risk practices into processes and drive continuous improvement across governance frameworks.

The role requires a Master’s degree (or equivalent) and 3–5 years in related governance functions, with strong Finnish and English communication.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
• 3-5 years in enterprise risk management, corporate security, or business continuity governance.
• Strong understanding of governance, risk, and security principles.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional initiatives in a multinational or regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate YIT's enterprise risk management, corporate security and business continuity frameworks, processes and tools.
• Integrate risk, resilience and security requirements into business processes and decision-making across the Group.
• Coordinate risk assessments, business continuity planning, crisis preparedness and resilience development activities.
• Maintain governance practices, service models and performance reporting for corporate security and business continuity management.
• Monitor emerging risks and regulatory developments and translate them into improvement actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Finnish & English

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Job Description

Whatever is built in this world should be something we can trust, now and always. For us, each dream of a new home, every customer’s success and every solution the size of a city begins with people. A job well done is all about smart, shared choices that are brought to life with our finest work and expertise. This is how we do more than just build well. We build lasting value and joy of achievement. Tomorrow well built is made together.

As a Development & Operations Manager, Corporate Security & Risk Management at YIT, you will play a key role in developing and coordinating our enterprise risk management, business continuity management and corporate security capabilities. Working closely with business leaders and process owners, you will help ensure that risk, resilience and security are embedded into business processes and decision-making while driving the continuous improvement of our enterprise risk management, business continuity management and corporate security capabilities and frameworks.

What you’ll do

• Develop and coordinate YIT's enterprise risk management, corporate security and business continuity management frameworks, processes and tools.
• Support the integration of risk, resilience and security requirements into business processes and decision-making across the Group.
• Coordinate risk assessments, business continuity planning, crisis preparedness and resilience development activities.
• Develop and maintain governance practices, service models and performance reporting for corporate security and business continuity management.
• Monitor emerging risks, security threats and regulatory developments, translating them into practical improvement actions.
• Collaborate with business leaders, process owners and other stakeholders to develop reporting, training and awareness initiatives that strengthen organisational risk, resilience and security capabilities.

What helps you to succeed in this role

• Master's degree in a relevant field, such as business, engineering, risk management or security management, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in enterprise risk management, corporate security, business continuity management, internal audit or a related governance function.
• Good understanding of risk management, governance, internal control and security risk management principles.
• Knowledge of business continuity, crisis preparedness and organisational resilience practices.
• Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate policies, requirements and frameworks into practical processes, guidance and reporting.
• Experience in coordinating cross-functional initiatives and driving change across organisational boundaries in a multinational, project-based or regulated business environment.
• Professional-level written and verbal communication skills in both Finnish and English.

How you make an impact at YIT

• You understand customer needs and connect your daily work, decisions and solutions to creating customer value.
• You take ownership of your area of responsibility, deliver high-quality results and ensure execution of your own and colleagues’ work.
• You proactively improve your area of responsibility and ways of working. You learn from experience, share your expertise openly, and apply what you learn to improve both your own and the team’s performance.
• You work openly with others and help to create an environment where people feel valued. You build trust, collaboration and psychological safety so that people around you can succeed together.

What we offer

We want you to thrive in your work and grow as a professional. At YIT, you can expect:

• Opportunities for continuous learning and to build your own career path. We support your development at different stages of your career.
• Diverse and meaningful work where you can see the impact of what you do.
• Excellent leadership where you are supported towards clear shared goals and ways of working, coached to shine, and encouraged to take responsibility.
• Flexible ways of working that support your everyday life. You combine office and remote work working typically at the office around three days a week.
• Support for your well-being through occupational health support and benefits such as lunch and sports, culture, and well-being benefits, helping you succeed in your work over the long term.

Your team

You will join our Enterprise Risk, Security and Business Continuity team, working at the heart of the Group's governance, resilience and security development. In this role, you will collaborate closely with business leaders, process owners and experts across the organisation, including colleagues in Finance, Legal, Procurement, IT and People functions.

We want to ensure that you succeed in your role from the very beginning with help of clear expectations, open communication, and a structured onboarding process. You will work closely with your manager, while also enjoying a high degree of ownership and opportunities to develop your expertise across risk, continuity and security management.

If you have any questions, please contact the hiring manager Rikhard Perttilä, Director ERM & Corporate Security at [phone] on Fri 13th and Mon 16th November between 15:00 and 16:00.

YIT builds thriving living environments in Europe. For more than 110 years, we have made everyday life smoother by building homes for a good life, spaces where people and businesses can thrive, and infrastructure that supports the essential functions of society. We operate in seven countries and employ approximately 4,100 professionals. In 2025, our revenue was EUR 1.8 billion. YIT Corporation’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.