Risk and Internal Control Officer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Belgium, +3 more countries.

📋 Description

• Oversee Level 1 controls, gather results, and assist managers with implementation and follow-through.

• Develop, strategize, and execute Level 2 controls using a risk-oriented methodology.

• Supervise Level 2 controls conducted by the Group DPO and Group CISO.

• Recognize, evaluate, and document risks effectively.

• Maintain the risk register, Key Risk Indicators, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Track risk appetite limits and ensure that mitigation actions are initiated as necessary.

• Contribute to risk reporting for EPI Committees and Supervisory Boards.

• Oversee risk assessments of third-party service providers and manage external risks.

• Foster awareness of risk and internal controls throughout the organization.

• Collaborate with stakeholders across the three lines of defense, including Compliance, Business Continuity, and Risk & Compliance.

• Report directly to the EPI Group Risk & Internal Control Officer.

⛳️ Requirements

• 2–5 years of relevant professional experience in a similar role focusing on Risk and/or Internal Control.

• Proficient in English.

• Ability to succeed in a remote-first, diverse environment.

• In-depth knowledge of Enterprise Risk and Internal Control, encompassing risk framework establishment and the Three Lines of Defense model.

• Practical experience in executing and testing Level 1 / Level 2 controls.

• Strong understanding of risk reporting and governance, including familiarity with COSO and experience in regulated sectors.

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Analytical mindset, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

• Familiarity with ICT risk management, outsourcing risk management, and DORA compliance is a plus.

• Experience with GRC tools would be advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote-first culture with quarterly and annual in-person meetups for all staff.

• Opportunity to work from another EU country for up to 3 months annually.

• Competitive compensation package including salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive benefits program.

• Multicultural European company environment.

• Learning & development budget: €5,000 training budget each year.