Job Description
Team: Legal & Compliance
Job Location: Berlin, Germany, Dornach, Germany, Frankfurt, Germany, Munich, Germany, Remote, Germany
Position Type: Permanent, Part-time, Full-time
Work Flexibility: Hybrid, Onsite
We are looking for an experienced Senior ICS & Risk Expert (all genders) to join our team and provide strategic support to our Head of IA, Risk Management, and ICS. You will take a leading role in the continuous enhancement, monitoring, and governance of our Internal Control System and Risk Management System, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, frameworks, and industry best practices.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree (Bachelor’s / Master’s) in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience, ideally in a senior role within ICS, Risk Management, or Internal Audit—either in-house or at a consulting firm.
• Prior experience in Fashion, E-commerce, or a Tech/Data-driven environment is a strong plus.
• Deep understanding of risk management methodologies and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), with the ability to apply them pragmatically in a fast-paced organization.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, combined with a solution-oriented mindset and the initiative to lead improvements across processes and controls.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both German and English, with the ability to communicate complex topics clearly and effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
  

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• Actively lead the further development and strategic optimization of our Internal Control System (ICS) across critical business areas.
• Oversee comprehensive documentation, conduct in-depth reviews, assess control effectiveness, and ensure the proper implementation and remediation of risk prevention measures.
• Prepare detailed and data-driven status reports to monitor and communicate the effectiveness of ICS and RM activities (e.g., ICS testing results, control performance metrics).
• Perform and facilitate periodic risk assessments, maintaining and updating the enterprise risk register, and aligning risks with business objectives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with relevant departments, such as Supply, Logistics, Finance, People & Organization, and Tech, to strengthen control awareness and risk ownership across the organization.
• Act as a second line of defense, providing expert guidance and challenge, while working closely with internal and external stakeholders including auditors and regulators.