Operational risk project manager in financial services in Amsterdam

Operational risk project manager in financial services For a leading organization in the Dutch financial sector, we are seeking an experienced Operational Risk Project Manager to contribute to the further professionalization of Non-Financial Risk Management. This interim assignment is for a senior professional who combines in-depth Operational Risk Management expertise with strong project management and the ability to translate complex risk issues into concrete, future-proof solutions.
Review, assess and update important parts of the Operational Risk Management framework.
Analyze and further professionalize the Risk & Control Self-Assessment process (RCSA).
Further develop the key control management methodology to a higher maturity level.
Identify deficiencies and opportunities for improvement in existing risk management processes.
Translate analyses and findings into concrete, practical improvement measures.
Clarify and improve roles, responsibilities, working methods and deliverables within the RCSA process.
Develop recommendations to strengthen internal control and the risk management function.
Independently lead and coordinate improvement and change initiatives.
Coordinate with relevant stakeholders and guide decision-making on proposed improvements.
Prepare an actionable implementation roadmap with clear priorities, milestones and dependencies.
Explore how AI, automation and continuous monitoring can contribute to more effective risk control.
Advise on the further professionalization and future-proofing of Operational Risk Management.
Where relevant, contribute to the further development of ROPA and DPIA processes.
Monitor the quality, progress and tangible results of improvement initiatives.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in Operational Risk or Non-Financial Risk Management in the financial sector.
In-depth knowledge of Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSA).
Demonstrable practical experience assessing, improving and implementing RCSA processes.
Extensive experience with control management and related methodologies.
Experience assessing and improving Operational Risk Management frameworks.
Demonstrable experience independently leading and delivering improvement and change initiatives.
Strong project management skills and a results-oriented approach.
Excellent stakeholder management skills in complex organizations.
The ability to translate complex risk issues into practical solutions.
An analytical, structured and pragmatic approach.
Independence, proactivity and a strong sense of responsibility.
The ability to build support and bring together different interests.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
The ability to provide advice at both strategic and operational levels.
A strong focus on quality, implementation and tangible results.
Будет плюсом: Operational Risk Management experience at a large Dutch or international bank; Experience professionalizing RCSA and control management processes; Experience developing and implementing risk management methodologies; Experience with continuous monitoring and further automation of control processes; Experience with AI applications in risk management and control frameworks; Experience preparing and delivering implementation roadmaps in complex financial organizations; Experience with ROPA and DPIA processes
36–40 hours per week.
Duration: 3 to 6 months.
Freelance work is possible.
You will have the opportunity to make a real difference in a leading organization in the financial sector.
You will join a professional and challenging environment where risk management plays an important role and where there is a strong focus on further development, innovation and future-proofing.
You will have the opportunity to critically assess existing processes, develop improvements and contribute directly to the organization's further professionalization.
You will work on current topics such as AI, continuous monitoring and the further development of risk management methodologies.