Amsterdam, Netherlands | Posted on 07/07/2025
On behalf of one of our esteemed clients, we are seeking a Risk Management Consultant. Our client, a leading advisory firm specializing in financial services, is looking for a professional with at least 2 years of experience in risk management to help clients in the financial sector manage strategic, operational, and financial risks. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in the Risk & Compliance practice while working in a dynamic and innovative environment.
As a Risk Management Consultant, you will:
- Support as an external risk manager in setting up an independent risk management function.
- Advise clients on structuring risk management within their organization.
- Assist in designing and implementing risk management systems.
- Provide guidance on risk strategy, risk policies, and risk appetite.
- Lead risk (self) assessments to ensure clients are well-prepared for internal and external challenges.
- Prepare clients for regulatory changes and work with colleagues to create best practices for adapting to new regulations.
- Offer support during interactions with regulatory authorities, such as responding to inquiries from AFM/DNB.
- If interested, conduct trainings and contribute to developing courses for the in-house Ministry of Compliance.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience as a risk professional, either in consultancy or within a risk management department in the financial sector.
- Knowledge of common risk standards in the financial sector, such as ISO, COSO, Solvency II, IORP II, or Basel. Familiarity with financial regulatory requirements is a plus.
- The ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical implementations for clients.
- A competitive salary with company bonuses.
- A flat organizational structure with self-managing teams—no micromanagement or office politics.
- Excellent benefits, including a pension plan, annual bonuses, and a generous training budget.
- Opportunities to develop new skills and advance your career.
- A substantial annual training budget for personal and professional growth.
- An IT budget for a laptop and phone of your choice.
- A healthy work-life balance with a hybrid working model combining office and remote work.
- A fun, creative work environment that encourages enjoyment and innovation.
- Modern offices located in Amsterdam and Driebergen.