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Risk Associate - Insurance - Brussels

Brussels City Permanent €60,000 - €85,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is a globally recognised insurance and reinsurance company. For their European entity based in Brussels, they are currently looking for a Risk Associate.

Updated on 11/06/2026

  • Excellent opportunity within a leading international insurance player!
  • 2nd line risk role with high exposure across the business

About Our Client

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.

Job Description

  • 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

The Successful Applicant

  • 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



What's on Offer

  • Permanent contract
  • Competitive salary
  • Net allowance
  • Meal vouchers
  • Full public transport reimbursement
  • Flexible working model
  • International, dynamic and highly collaborative environment
  • Strong focus on diversity, inclusion and professional development

AKKA: OPERATIONAL RISK/RISK MANAGEMENT/NON-FINANCIAL RISK/SECOND LINE/ERM/INSURANCE/FINANCIAL SERVICES/BRUSSELS/BRUXELLES/RISK ANALYST/RCSA/DORA/THIRD PARTY RISK/INTERNAL CONTROLS

Contact
Nathan Mingiedi
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7006688

Job summary

Sector
Banking & Financial Services
Sub Sector
Risk Management
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Brussels City
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nathan Mingiedi
Job Reference
JN-042026-7006688

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