Head of Risk Governance (Confidential – My Client, a Leading International In-House Company)
Location: Southern Germany, Stuttgart or Munich.
My client, a fast-growing and innovative international in-house company, is seeking an inaugural Head of Risk Governance. This is a rare “green field” opportunity to build and shape the enterprise risk management (ERM) function from the ground up. The position reports directly to the board, ensuring independent oversight and a strong voice in strategic decision-making at the highest level.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and implement a comprehensive risk governance framework
* Establish and maintain the corporate risk register; ensure timely escalation and transparent reporting of significant risks to the board and relevant committees.
* Advise the board and executive team on emerging risks, regulatory developments, and risk appetite, providing clear, actionable insights to support strategic objectives.
* Lead risk identification and assessment workshops across all business units, embedding a proactive risk culture company-wide.
* Develop and deliver regular risk reports and presentations directly to the board, highlighting key exposures, trends, and mitigation strategies.
* Promote “risk ownership” at every level, driving awareness and training initiatives to ensure risk management is embedded in day-to-day decision-making.
* Recruit, lead, and mentor a small team of risk professionals as the function grows.
* Collaborate with internal audit, compliance, information security, and business units to ensure integrated and effective risk management.
* Support business continuity planning and crisis management processes.
Candidate Profile
* Significant experience (7+ years) in risk management, governance, or financial controlling within an international in-house company or similar environment.
* Demonstrated success building and leading risk management frameworks, particularly in green field or rapidly scaling settings.
* Experience reporting directly to boards or board-level committees, with the independence and gravitas to challenge and advise senior stakeholders.
* Strong understanding of risk frameworks, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
* Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
* Advanced degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field; MBA or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CINA, Controller Diplom) are a plus.
* Fluent in German and English.
What’s on Offer
* Flexible working methods, in Stuttgart or Munich
* Generous salary renumeration of a fixed package + bonus + equity.
* Direct reporting line to the board, with significant influence on strategic direction.
* Dynamic, international, and collaborative work environment.
* Competitive compensation package and leadership growth opportunities.
If you are ready to build a world-class risk governance function and be a strategic advisor at the highest level, please reach out to me at george.higgins@mamgruppe.com.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
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* Employment type
Full-time
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