Integrated Risk Manager – Control Optimisation, Rationalisation Program Lead 

In an era defined by digital transformation, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI), organisations must modernise their non-financial risk management approaches to stay resilient and competitive. We are looking for a forward-thinking and experienced Risk Manager to deliver our ambitions of leveraging exception-based analytics, automation, and advanced control optimisation strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce redundancies, and strengthen compliance. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a critical Control Optimisation and Rationalisation initiative—driving innovation, improving risk management effectiveness, and shaping the future of controls in a digital-first world.

We are seeking an experienced Risk Manager to lead an ambitious Control Optimisation and Rationalisation program across our global network. We are seeking somebody to spearhead a global risk transformation initiative, with a sharp focus on cultivating a strong risk culture, optimising controls, integrating AI, and ensuring operational resilience. This role involves overseeing the review, improvement, and consolidation of existing controls, leveraging advanced technology to drive efficiency, reduce manual intervention, and enhance compliance. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing project timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, and delivering sustainable, technology-driven process improvements.

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Day to day:

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Develop and execute the project plan for control optimisation and rationalisation, ensuring alignment with business objectives and incorporating / leveraging digitalisation, automation and AI strategies.
• Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, and success criteria in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Drive the identification, assessment, and streamlining of existing controls, focusing on reducing redundancies and improving operational efficiency through automation and analytics.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices, while integrating modern technologies to enhance control mechanisms.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and implement mitigation strategies, including technology-specific risks related to AI and automation implementations.
• Track and report project performance using appropriate KPIs and governance frameworks, highlighting technology-driven improvements.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Work in very close collaboration with key collaborators in Operational Risk and Finance and shareholder.
• Collaborate with control owners, risk and compliance teams, process managers, IT, and technology partners and Transformation teams to ensure seamless integration of all proposed solutions.
• Facilitate workshops, meetings, and discussions to gather insights on current challenges and drive technology-focused decision-making.
• Provide clear, timely, and transparent project updates to senior leadership and key stakeholders, emphasizing progress in digital transformation initiatives.

Process Improvement, Technology Integration & Change Management

• Identify opportunities to integrate digitalisation, AI tools and automation platforms to simplify controls without compromising risk mitigation.
• Support the development and implementation of standardised control frameworks that incorporate data-driven monitoring and analytics.
• Champion change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new control processes, including training on new tooling.
• Support the development of training materials and conduct knowledge-sharing sessions to embed best practices and leverage emerging technologies effectively.

All members enjoy

• Two working days per year volunteering for a local charity.
• Health and Wellness program including healthy food, free health checks, fun health & vitality activities.
• Flexible hours with possibility to work from home
• Career development opportunities: online learning, member development programs.
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“We not only live up to the expectations of our customers for today, but also anticipate their market needs of tomorrow.”

Essentials:

• 10+ years experience in Risk management is critical.
• Proven experience as a Transformation Lead / Project Manager, ideally in risk, compliance, internal controls, or process optimisation projects.
• Strong understanding of control frameworks, risk management, regulatory compliance (e.g., SOX, ISO, COSO), and familiarity with emerging AI and automation technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to drive digital transformation projects, including the integration of AI / data and automation solutions into traditional control environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience working across multiple locations, business functions and technology teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess and improve control environments using data-driven insights.

Desirable:

• Experience in financial services, technology, or highly regulated industries.
• Familiarity with GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) tools, AI analytics platforms, and automation systems.
• Change management experience (e.g., PROSCI, ADKAR) with a focus on digital transformation.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2, PMP).

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and project management skills with a focus on technology integration.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to manage complexity, drive process efficiency, and integrate advanced technologies.
• Detail-oriented with a strategic mindset and a passion for leveraging AI and automation to transform processes.
• Adaptability to evolving business needs and emerging technological trends.

Choose wellbeing

DLL’s wellbeing ambition is to educate, equip and empower members to build connections, manage their mental, emotional, physical and financial wellness and maintain balance between work and the other priorities that make up their lives.

Our four wellbeing categories are as follows:

• Connection – Build meaningful connections with other DLL members
• Health – Manage mental, emotional and physical health
• Finance – Provide learning opportunities to help members achieve personal financial health
• Lifestyle – Maintain balance between work and life priorities

These are the things that matter to our members and the wellbeing of our members matters to DLL

Settling in

At DLL, we are many things. We are team members, family members, community member. We are members of society, members of different cultures and nationalities. Members of change. We each have different beliefs, different passions, different viewpoints, talents and interests. We come from different backgrounds, cultures, nationalities and histories.

But for all of our differences, we share one thing in common: each of us are members of DLL.

Our company was founded in the Netherlands. But today we are truly a multinational business. Our unique culture is rooted in higher collaboration, less hierarchy and an honest directness that enable us to integrate, ideate and innovate across country lines.

Many companies say they are European, American, Asian or Australian, at DLL we are all these places and more.

We are a cross-culture collaborative – an interconnected network – that comes together every single day with one goal in mind: Partnering for a better world.

Good to know:

• Deadline for application: 08th August 2025 (Due to high volume of applications this requisition may close prior to posted close date)
• The selection process may involve an assessment.
• Applications via email will not be reviewed. Please apply online via our career website.
• DLL’s referral program applies
• For more information, please contact our Talent acquisition partner Dennis van Hoof via dennis.vanhoof@dllgroup.com

DLL appreciates the time you spend applying to our openings. We advise only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Hiring subject to successful completion of a background check.

DLL is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation in accordance with our values and all applicable legislation.