About this role
Our client is a globally recognised insurance and reinsurance company, known for bringing together expertise and innovation to manage complex risks. For their European entity based in Brussels, they are currently looking for a Risk Associate. Jobomschrijving Support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the risk management framework (second line of defence) Monitor and assess operational (non-financial) risks in line with the company's risk appetite Actively contribute to RCSA processes and risk reporting Partner with business stakeholders to identify, assess and manage risks , providing constructive challenge Ensure policies and risk frameworks are properly implemented across EEA branches Take ownership of risk domains , including monitoring and oversight Support the preparation of risk reports for senior management and the CRO Contribute to the annual risk plan Promote a strong risk culture across the organisation Collaborate with Risk, Compliance, Audit and Business teams Provide ad hoc support to the CRO and Operational Risk Manager Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics or Business 3-5 years of experience in Operational Risk, Non-Financial Risk, Audit or similar within Financial Services/Insurance Fluent in English ; additional European languages are a plus Experience in a second line of defence function is a strong asset Good understanding of ERM frameworks, risk appetite and internal controls Hands-on experience with RCSA, incident management and risk reporting Exposure to Belgian or EU regulatory environments Knowledge of operational resilience, third-party risk ( DORA ) or information security is a plus Strong analytical skills with the ability to structure and present complex information Autonomous, well-organised and able to manage multiple priorities Strong communication skills and ability to challenge stakeholders constructively Team player with a proactive, ownership-driven mindset