Risk Management Lead

Purpose of the job

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Risk Management Lead to join our global Risk & Internal Control team at AkzoNobel. In this key role, you will drive, develop, maintain, and support our Enterprise Risk Management framework worldwide, ensuring a consistent and effective approach to risk management throughout the organization.

Your contribution will directly support AkzoNobel’s ability to achieve its business objectives and fulfill its obligations to stakeholders, shareholders, employees, and society at large. If you are passionate about governance, strategic risk, and helping organizations remain resilient in a changing world, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute the Enterprise Risk Management process, including setting risk appetite, risk identification and assessment, mitigation, and monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and frameworks, such as the Dutch Corporate Governance Code and CSRD.
• Identify organizational and structural changes to anticipate and manage emerging risks.
• Secure the quality and effectiveness of ERM workshops by engaging relevant stakeholders and focusing on strategic business objectives.
• Co-facilitate workshops, translating strategic, operational, reporting, and compliance issues into actionable risk scenarios.
• Document workshop results and support risk reporting, including risk profiles and mitigation actions.
• Develop and supply risk dashboards and trend analyses for stakeholders across AkzoNobel.
• Contribute to the AkzoNobel Annual Report, particularly the risk management section, ensuring alignment with external requirements.
• Monitor developments in governance and translate new regulations into practical controls and reporting measures.
• Maintain and develop ERM tools, databases, systems, and internal platforms such as the ERM knowledge website.
• Deliver training on ERM tools and methodologies across the organization.
• Lead the setup of Risk & Control Matrices for CSRD and coordinate fraud risk assessments for external audit reporting.
• Act as a key contact and expert for risk process and content, participating in various steering committees and working groups.

What you bring

• Master’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC).
• Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and results-oriented, with strong strategic insight and customer focus.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong planning, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Experience with COSO framework, Risk & Control Matrices, and Dutch Corporate Governance Code.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office; familiarity with ERM tools and databases.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, multicultural environment.
• Team player with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.

What we offer

AkzoNobel is consistently rated as one of the top employers in The Netherlands. You will join a company that is committed to achieving real sustainability. At a personal level you will also benefit from:

• Competitive salary, plus travel work-from-home expenses
• 13th month
• 46 holidays
• 8% vacation allowance
• Hybrid work option (3 days office, 2 days home office, per week)
• Training opportunities that will help you grow beyond this position;

We welcome your online application via https://www.akzonobel.com/en/careers. Only online applications including resume and a cover letter will be considered. If you have any questions, please contact Nicolas Beslic, Talent Acquisition Partner. Send an email to nicolas.beslic@akzonobel.com, #LI-Hybrid #LI-NB1

The recruitment process includes a selection of the best applications received through the system, interview rounds and further steps. An online assessment might be part of the selection process.

An employment screening may be part of the selection process.