Chief Risk Officer F/M - German Speaker

Our client is a well-established and growing investment firm based in Luxembourg, operating in a highly regulated environment. As part of its continued development, the firm is looking to appoint a Chief Risk Officer (CRO) to lead its independent Risk Management function and contribute to the firm's strategic governance.

This is a key leadership position offering the opportunity to work closely with the Executive Committee and the Board of Directors while overseeing the firm's overall risk framework.

Your Responsibilities

Reporting directly to Senior Management, you will be responsible for:

• Leading the independent Risk Management function in accordance with Luxembourg regulatory requirements.
• Designing, implementing and maintaining the firm's Enterprise Risk Management framework.
• Identifying, assessing, monitoring and reporting all material risks (market, liquidity, credit, operational, concentration, ICT, outsourcing and emerging risks).
• Defining and monitoring the firm's Risk Appetite Framework and associated Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
• Preparing risk reports for Senior Management, Executive Committees and the Board of Directors.
• Advising senior stakeholders on strategic risk matters and supporting key business initiatives.
• Performing regular risk assessments and stress testing exercises.
• Reviewing new products, new business initiatives and strategic projects from a risk perspective.
• Ensuring compliance with CSSF regulations, MiFID, IFR/IFD and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Liaising with regulators, external auditors and internal control functions.
• Promoting a strong risk culture across the organisation.
• Managing and developing the Risk function.

Your Profile

• University degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Risk Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Risk Management within an investment firm, bank, asset manager or regulated financial institution.
• Previous experience as Chief Risk Officer, Deputy CRO or Senior Risk Manager would be highly valued.
• Strong knowledge of the Luxembourg regulatory environment (CSSF), MiFID II, IFR/IFD and corporate governance requirements.
• Proven experience covering enterprise risk management across multiple risk categories.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and Board members.
• Experience interacting with regulators would be considered a significant asset.
• Fluent in German & English. French is considered an advantage

What Our Client Offers

• A strategic executive position within a growing investment firm.
• Direct exposure to Executive Management and the Board of Directors.
• A dynamic and entrepreneurial environment where you can make a tangible impact.
• Attractive remuneration package aligned with experience.
• Long-term career development opportunities.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. This opportunity is managed by Raphael Cohen.