Group Risk and Control Manager
BDR Thermea Group
Apeldoorn, Gelderland, Nederland
Full-Time
Competitive
RemoteManager
Drivethefuture of risk & control in atransformingglobalorganisation
Areyoupassionateaboutstrengtheninggovernancewhileenablingbusinessgrowth?JoinBDRThermeaGroup, a leading manufacturerofsustainable heating and cooling solutions,asourGroup Risk &InternalControl Managerandplayakeyroleinscalinga forward-lookingrisk & control framework.
As ourGroup Risk & Internal Control Manager, youoperateat the heart of our globalorganisation,reporting totheDirectorRisk Management andInternal Auditandworking closely withtheGroup Internal Audit Managerandkey stakeholders across regions, business areas, and group functions.
Thisisnota “steady-state”role.Youwillplay a key role in buildingandmaturingourriskandinternalcontrolcapabilities,shiftingtowardsproactive,embeddedrisk managementpracticesthatenable andsupport business performance.
You act as a trusted second-line sparring partnerto the business, guidingstakeholdersinidentifying, managing, and mitigatingBDRThermeaGroup’s keyrisks.
You will collaborate with a global network of local risk & control representatives (our “SPOC community”) and use modern tools and methodologies to bring consistency, transparency, and continuous improvement to our governance practices.
This isa hybrid role based in Apeldoorn, the Netherlands. We value flexibility and collaboration: you are encouraged to spend at leasttwo days per week in the office, while enjoying support for your home office setup and travel. In this role, you can expect to travelup to10-20% of your time to local operating companies.
Act as a second-line advisor and challenger, overseeing the end-to-end risk management cycle across theorganisation, including conducting risk assessments,identifyingvulnerabilities, and proposing mitigation strategies to senior management.
Coordinate with local Risk & Internal Control representatives to ensure consistency and adoption of frameworks and the GRC tool across theorganisation.
Oversee and support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of internal control frameworks across regions, business areas, development units, and support functions.
Monitor and report on the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies and internal controls,providingactionable insights to senior management.
Oversee and support policy management activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Enable the business by providing tools, training, and best practices to strengthen risk awareness and foster a strongcontrolculture.
Minimum of5–7+ years of experience in risk management, internal control, or audit in an international corporate or consultancy environment.
Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and regulatory complianceacross functions.
Experience working in international, cross-functional environments with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to translate complex topics into clear insights and actions for stakeholders at all levels.
A proactive, hands-on mindset: you spot opportunities, take ownership, and drive improvements.
ABachelor'sorMaster’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, ora relatedfield.
Nice-to-have
Professional certifications such as CPA, CISA,CIAor CRMA.
Affinityor experiencewithleveragingautomationand AIin Risk & Control processes.
A permanent contract.
Nexttoasolidmonetarycompensation,receivea strong pension package.
Benefitfromahealthywork-lifebalancewith36holidaydaysperyear,basedon afull-timecontract. 30 of these areforyourownchoosing, 6 are officeclosuredays.
Take advantage offlexiblehome-workingpoliciesanda home-office budget.
Enjoydiscounts onourproductsandinsurances.
A role witha realimpact on business integrity, performance, and growth.
About the company
At BDRThermeaGroup, we bring the energy transition closer every day. Serving customers in more than 100 countries with a diverse team of 7,000, we are united by a shared mission to create a sustainable future through smart indoor climate solutions. We champion innovation, customer focus, and a cohesiveteamculture.
BDRThermeaGroup is a proud equal opportunity employer, valuingdiversityand inclusivity. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to join us inshapinga more sustainable, innovative future for everyone.
What’sit like to work at BDRThermeaGroup?
At BDRThermeaGroup, wedon'tjust talk about making a difference - we live it every day. As a team member,you'llbe part of a company leading the way in the global energy transition, shaping the future of sustainable heating and hot water systems.
Work alongside passionate colleagues who share our core values: One Team, Sustainable Future, and Customer Focus. We support your growth, development, and well-being in a purpose-driven environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Join us on our journey toward a sustainable future.
At BDR Thermea Group, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are critical to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where every potential future employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. Please check out our DE&I policy on our website to find out more.