Deputy Risk Officer (m/w/d)
Core
Deputy Risk Officer supporting the Risk Officer in the independent risk control function within the Second Line of Defense, ensuring regulatory compliance and risk management effectiveness.
Role type
Senior IC Risk Officer (Second Line of Defense)
Builds
Risk management framework, internal control systems, and risk reporting for a global Fintech and payments company.
Domain
Financial Services / Fintech / Payments / Regulatory Compliance
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Risk management frameworks, regulatory compliance (MaRisk, ZAG, DORA), risk identification and assessment, monitoring and reporting, stakeholder management, analytical thinking, German and English fluency
Preferred skills
Experience in regulated financial institutions or payment service providers, ICT risk integration
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Support the Risk Officer in developing and monitoring the risk management framework and internal control systems; Participate in risk strategy implementation and adherence to risk appetite; Conduct independent review and challenge of the First Line of Defense; Prepare and coordinate risk committee meetings; Perform enterprise-wide risk inventory and risk analyses; Monitor key risks including operational, financial, IT/Cyber, and reputational risks; Develop and report on Key Risk Indicators (KRIs); Execute risk and scenario analyses and stress tests; Create regular risk reports for management and governance bodies; Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (MaRisk, ZAG, DORA); Support internal and external audits and regulatory inquiries; Promote a strong risk and control culture within the organization.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC