Head Of Governance Operations (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head Of Governance Operations (Fintech): Leading governance, IT security, and compliance operations to build a secure, resilient, and compliant infrastructure in a regulated FinTech environment with an accent on regulatory frameworks, risk management, and partner governance. Focus on driving technology governance, outsourcing management, and regulatory compliance while collaborating across departments and stakeholders.

Location: Hybrid in Berlin, Germany with flexibility to work from home across Germany and workation up to 60 days in the EU per year.

Company

hirify.global provides a Brokerage-as-a-Service platform enabling seamless digital access to capital markets with a focus on FinTech innovation and regulatory compliance.

What you will do

• Drive all matters around BCM, IT security, GDPR, and outsourcing topics with partners and internal teams.
• Oversee tech governance frameworks, monitor controls, and support certification efforts like ISO 27001.
• Manage first line of defense outsourcing duties for regulated entities and internal departments.
• Enhance partner governance frameworks from a regulatory perspective.
• Support contract negotiations with B2B partners as a subject-matter expert.
• Coordinate and ensure clarity and compliance across organizational processes.

Requirements

• 8+ years experience in Technology and IT Security with leadership in regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of technology risks, processes, and excellent cross-department communication skills.
• Experience in financial industry compliance, technology standards, and regulation.
• Strategic planning and execution skills in financial services.
• Experience supporting outsourcing functions in front office areas like People Management and Marketing.
• Fluent communication in German and English (C1+).

Nice to have

• Experience in FinTech sector.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits based on experience.
• Flexible working hours with focus time and asynchronous communication.
• Hybrid work setup with office presence in Berlin 7+ days/month.
• Personal development with mentoring and growth opportunities.
• Deutschlandticket sponsorship and financial education discounts.
• Workation option: work from anywhere in the EU up to 60 days per year.