Group Risk and Control Manager

BDR Thermea HQ; Apeldoorn; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong pension package

36 holiday days per year

Flexible home-working policies

Discounts on products and insurances

Job summary

BDR Thermea HQ in Apeldoorn seeks a Group Risk & Internal Control Manager to enhance governance and risk management capabilities. This hybrid role requires 5-7 years of experience in risk management, overseeing the end-to-end risk cycle and guiding stakeholders.

The role offers a permanent contract, a strong pension, 36 holiday days per year, and flexible working policies. Join a company dedicated to sustainability and innovation in climate solutions.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of experience in risk management, internal control, or audit.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks like COSO.
• Experience in international, cross-functional environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the risk management cycle, including risk assessments.
• Coordinate with local representatives for framework consistency.
• Monitor and report on risk mitigation strategies.

Skills

Risk management

Internal control

Audit

Stakeholder engagement

Automation and AI

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Overview

Drive the future of risk & control in a transforming global organisation. Are you passionate about strengthening governance while enabling business growth? Join BDR Thermea Group, a leading manufacturer of sustainable heating and cooling solutions, as our Group Risk & Internal Control Manager and play a key role in scaling a forward-looking risk & control framework. This is not a “steady-state” role. You will play a key role in building and maturing our risk and internal control capabilities, shifting towards proactive, embedded risk management practices that enable and support business performance. You act as a trusted second-line sparring partner to the business, guiding stakeholders in identifying, managing, and mitigating BDR Thermea Group’s key risks. You will collaborate with a global network of local risk & control representatives (our “SPOC community”) and use modern tools and methodologies to bring consistency, transparency, and continuous improvement to our governance practices. This is a hybrid role based in Apeldoorn, the Netherlands. We value flexibility and collaboration: you are encouraged to spend at least two days per week in the office, while enjoying support for your home office setup and travel. In this role, you can expect to travel up to 10-20% of your time to local operating companies.

Responsibilities

• Act as a second-line advisor and challenger, overseeing the end-to-end risk management cycle across the organisation, including conducting risk assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, and proposing mitigation strategies to senior management.
• Coordinate with local Risk & Internal Control representatives to ensure consistency and adoption of frameworks and the GRC tool across the organisation.
• Oversee and support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of internal control frameworks across regions, business areas, development units, and support functions.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies and internal controls, providing actionable insights to senior management.
• Oversee and support policy management activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Enable the business by providing tools, training, and best practices to strengthen risk awareness and foster a strong control culture.

What you bring

• Minimum of 5–7+ years of experience in risk management, internal control, or audit in an international corporate or consultancy environment.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and regulatory compliance across functions.
• Experience working in international, cross-functional environments with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to translate complex topics into clear insights and actions for stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive, hands-on mindset: you spot opportunities, take ownership, and drive improvements.
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Nice-to-have Professional certifications such as CPA, CISA, CIA or CRMA.
• Affinity or experience with leveraging automation and AI in Risk & Control processes.

What we offer

• A permanent contract. Next to a solid monetary compensation, receive a strong pension package.
• Benefit from a healthy work-life balance with 36 holiday days per year, based on a full-time contract. 30 of these are for your own choosing, 6 are office closure days.
• Take advantage of flexible home-working policies and a home-office budget.
• Enjoy discounts on our products and insurances.
• A role with a real impact on business integrity, performance, and growth.

About the company

At BDR Thermea Group, we bring the energy transition closer every day. Serving customers in more than 100 countries with a diverse team of 7,000, we are united by a shared mission to create a sustainable future through smart indoor climate solutions. We champion innovation, customer focus, and a cohesive team culture. BDR Thermea Group is a proud equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusivity. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to join us in shaping a more sustainable, innovative future for everyone.

What’s it like to work at BDR Thermea Group? We don’t just talk about making a difference - we live it every day. As a team member, you’ll be part of a company leading the way in the global energy transition, shaping the future of sustainable heating and hot water systems. Work alongside passionate colleagues who share our core values: One Team, Sustainable Future, and Customer Focus. We support your growth, development, and well-being in a purpose-driven environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Join us on our journey toward a sustainable future.

At BDR Thermea Group, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are critical to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where every potential future employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. Please check out our DE&I policy on our website to find out more.