Group Risk And Control Manager

TL;DR

Group Risk and Control Manager: Building and maturing global risk and internal control capabilities with an accent on proactive, embedded risk management practices. Focus on acting as a second-line advisor, overseeing end-to-end risk cycles, and driving consistency across international business units.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to Apeldoorn, the Netherlands (Hybrid: 2 days/week in office)

Company

hirify.global is a leading global manufacturer of sustainable heating and cooling solutions, serving customers in over 100 countries with a mission to drive the energy transition.

What you will do

• Act as a second-line advisor, overseeing the end-to-end risk management cycle and proposing mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with local risk and internal control representatives to ensure global framework adoption.
• Design, implement, and continuously improve internal control frameworks across regions and business units.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies to senior management.
• Oversee policy management activities to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide tools and training to strengthen risk awareness and foster a strong control culture.

Requirements

• Minimum 5–7+ years of experience in risk management, internal control, or audit.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks like COSO and regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience working in international, cross-functional environments.
• Ability to translate complex topics into clear insights for stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive, hands-on mindset with a focus on driving improvements.
• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.

Nice to have

• Professional certifications such as CPA, CISA, CIA, or CRMA.
• Experience leveraging automation and AI in risk and control processes.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent contract with a strong pension package.
• Generous leave policy with 36 holiday days per year.
• Flexible home-working policies with a dedicated home-office budget.
• Discounts on company products and insurance.
• Purpose-driven environment focused on the global energy transition.