Risk Governance Manager (m/f/d)

Salary: Competitive

Location: Frankfurt

A globally respected financial services group with a rich heritage and an integrated network spanning over many countries is seeking a Risk Governance Manager (m/f/d) to join their Frankfurt-based team. This pivotal role sits within the entity established to serve EU clients post-Brexit. As part of the Risk Management Department, you will play a crucial role in shaping and maintaining robust risk governance frameworks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting senior management with insightful risk analysis. The position offers direct exposure to senior leaders, cross-functional collaboration with teams across Finance, Front Office, Compliance, and more, as well as the opportunity to work closely with global counterparts. If you are looking for a role that combines strategic influence with hands-on operational responsibility in a supportive and knowledgeable environment, this is your chance to make a significant impact at one of the world's leading financial institutions.

• Join a globally renowned financial services group with a strong tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship and considered thought leadership, offering you the chance to contribute to high-impact risk governance initiatives.
• Enjoy direct interaction with senior management and collaborate across multiple business functions and international teams, enhancing your professional network and broadening your expertise.
• Benefit from flexible working opportunities within an inclusive culture that values knowledge sharing, dependable teamwork, and continuous professional development.

What You'll Do:

As a Risk Governance Manager (m/f/d) in Frankfurt, you will be instrumental in safeguarding the organisation's reputation by ensuring that all aspects of risk governance are meticulously managed. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating closely with colleagues across various departments to maintain robust control processes while adapting quickly to evolving regulatory landscapes. You will be responsible for facilitating key committee meetings, managing critical documentation related to policies and procedures, coordinating operational risk activities within the function, and acting as a central point of contact for both internal stakeholders and external regulators. Your ability to analyse complex processes critically will enable you to identify areas for enhancement while your communication skills will help you build strong working relationships throughout the business. In addition to these core duties, you will also have opportunities to lead smaller projects or initiatives that further reinforce the organisation's commitment to excellence in risk management.

• Maintain and enhance the Risk Governance Framework by overseeing the Risk Inventory and Risk Strategy, including risk appetite statements and policy management.
• Organise and facilitate senior Risk Committee meetings while ensuring consistent rollout of governance frameworks across Finance, Front Office, and other key functions.
• Monitor regulatory developments in Germany relevant to risk management; ensure full compliance with local requirements through effective oversight of projects and close liaison with Compliance and Finance teams.
• Coordinate outsourcing controls by monitoring service level agreements with other entities and escalating breaches where necessary to protect organisational interests.
• Act as Operational Risk Coordinator for the Risk Function by conducting controls testing and supporting ongoing improvements in operational resilience.
• Manage relationships with German regulators on all risk-related matters, serving as a trusted point of contact for external stakeholders.
• Oversee consolidated Risk Management Information (MI) reporting for the entity by liaising with global reporting teams and producing ad-hoc reports for senior leadership as required.
• Support chief administrative office activities such as budgeting, forecasting, expense management, and general business management for the Risk team.
• Lead or participate in department presentations, set up governance committees, perform gap analyses, drive smaller projects or initiatives, and support ad-hoc requests to strengthen the overall risk governance framework.

What You Bring:

To excel as a Risk Governance Manager in Frankfurt, your background should reflect substantial experience within regulated financial environments where adherence to local laws is paramount. Your proven track record should demonstrate not only technical proficiency but also an ability to foster collaborative relationships across diverse teams. You will bring exceptional organisational skills that allow you to manage competing priorities effectively while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Your fluency in both German and English enables seamless communication across borders while your adaptability ensures you remain responsive amid shifting regulatory requirements. Experience preparing comprehensive documentation alongside advanced analytical capabilities will empower you to propose meaningful enhancements that benefit both internal operations and external stakeholder relations.

• At least 5-7 years' experience working in similar roles within the financial services sector or a professional services company is essential for success in this position.
• Fluency in both German and English is required so that you can communicate effectively with local regulators as well as global colleagues.
• Demonstrated experience complying with German regulations-preferably those relating specifically to risk-in a financial institution based in Germany is highly valued.
• A thorough understanding of control frameworks is necessary; you should be comfortable drafting procedure documents that meet rigorous standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills are vital for building mutually supportive relationships both within the Risk team and across other business units.
• Superior time management abilities will help you balance multiple conflicting demands under pressure without compromising quality or accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is expected so that you can produce clear reports and presentations efficiently.
• Excellent attention to detail ensures that all aspects of risk governance are handled accurately and consistently.
• Willingness to be flexible and adapt quickly to changing demands is important given the dynamic nature of regulatory environments.
• Eligibility to work in Germany is mandatory for this role.

What's Next:

If you're ready to take on this rewarding challenge-and believe your skills align with what this organisation seeks-express your interest today!

Apply now by clicking on the link provided; take your next step toward joining an outstanding team!