IT Risk & Compliance Senior Manager

Warner Bros. Discovery; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contract of employment

Private medical care

Life and accident insurance

MyBenefit cafeteria

Job summary

Warner Bros. Discovery is seeking an experienced IT Risk & Compliance Manager to lead and strengthen our organisation’s risk management and compliance framework.

This role collaborates with senior technology leaders and cross-functional teams to proactively manage risk and support the secure delivery of critical systems. You will implement robust controls, align ITIL and SOX processes, and guide the team in disaster recovery planning, business continuity, and regulatory readiness across the

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT Risk, Audit, Compliance, or IT Governance.
• Strong knowledge of ITIL processes and SOX controls.
• Experience in managing risk within complex IT environments.
• Leadership experience in team or project settings.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Fluency in English and Polish (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across IT systems and projects.
• Map ITIL processes and SOX controls to governance standards.
• Plan, execute, and monitor control activities to maintain compliance.
• Lead risk assessments and drive remediation.
• Support product teams to integrate compliance in development lifecycles.
• Drive continuous improvement of risk and compliance frameworks.
• Ensure business continuity and disaster recovery readiness.
• Lead and mentor the Risk & Compliance team.

Skills

IT Risk & Compliance

ITIL & SOX controls

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

English & Polish fluency

Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role...

We are looking for an experienced IT Risk & Compliance Manager to lead and strengthen our organisation’s risk management and compliance framework. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the reliability, security, and regulatory compliance of our IT landscape.

You will work closely with senior technology leaders and cross-functional teams to proactively manage risk, build robust controls, and support the safe delivery of business‑critical systems and projects.

What's in in for you...

• Contract of employment
• Benefits package: private medical care, life and accident insurance, MyBenefit cafeteria platform, sports card, social fund, retirement pension plan, Employee Referral Program
• Free access to the HBO Max platform
• Work-life balance initiatives: well‑being platform, yoga, massages, educational webinars, Employee Support Program, film screenings organized by employees in the office cinema
• Training and development: training platform, co‑financing of English lessons, Employee Resource Groups, Engagement Club - the opportunity to develop your interests in thematic employee groups, online meetings with experts
• CSR activities: volunteering, ecological and social initiatives
• Access to parking spaces

Your Role Accountabilities...

• IT Risk Management Oversight: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks across all IT systems, operations, and project lifecycles.
• SOX & ITIL Alignment: Map ITIL processes and SOX controls to global governance standards, prioritizing automated controls to increase efficiency.
• Control Activities: Plan, execute, and monitor periodic control activities to maintain compliance.
• Risk Assessment Frameworks: Implement best‑practice risk assessment strategies.
• Project & Product Support: Guide product teams in integrating compliance requirements early in the development lifecycle.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive refinement of compliance frameworks and risk management processes.
• Business Continuity: Ensure minimal disruption to critical IT services and business operations.
• Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP):
  • Identify Vulnerabilities: Pinpoint potential system weaknesses.
  • Prioritize Recovery: Assess risks and establish recovery strategies (RTO/RPO).
  • Test and Maintain: Develop, document, and regularly test DR plans to ensure resilience.
  • Coordinate: Lead cross‑departmental efforts for a unified response.
  • Innovate: Integrate new technologies (e.g., AI in monitoring) into recovery systems.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop the Risk & Compliance team

Qualifications & Experience...

• Proven experience in IT Risk, Audit, Compliance, or IT Governance
• Strong knowledge of ITIL processes and SOX controls
• Experience in managing risk within complex IT environments
• Leadership experience (team management or project leadership)
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to work across functions
• Strategic mindset combined with hands‑on execution capability
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Fluency in both English and Polish (written and spoken) is required

Nice to Have

• Experience in international / matrix organisations
• Familiarity with governance frameworks (COBIT, ISO, etc.)
• Background in media, digital, or large‑scale technology environments

#Tech

Hybrid Working - This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in‑office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.