Risk Officer

Located in the heart of Luxembourg city, the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE) is home to over 45,000 international securities and gathers diverse and committed teams covering listing, trading, information services and of course, the Luxembourg Green Exchange (LGX) - the world’s leading platform dedicated to sustainable finance.

By joining LuxSE, you will become part of an independent stock exchange that has shaped international capital markets over the past 60 years and pioneered the rise of sustainable finance.

The Luxembourg Stock Exchange is looking for a:

Risk Officer

Permanent contract (F/M)

We are seeking for a skilled and proactive Risk Officer with 3 to 5 years of experience to join our Risk Management team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing LuxSE’s risk management framework by identifying, assessing, monitoring, and mitigating risks.

Responsibilities

• Risk identification and assessment: conduct risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities to LuxSE’s operations, finances, regulatory compliance and reputation

• Risk mitigation and controls: develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, policies, and controls to reduce exposure

• Regulatory compliance: ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, laws, and internal policies (e.g. IML 98/143; CSSF 20/750; CSSF 22/806; DORA)

• Incident and crisis management: support LuxSE in responding to risk events, conducting investigations, and following-up on corrective actions

• Reporting and documentation: prepare detailed risk reports and dashboards for senior management and regulatory bodies

• Stakeholder engagement: work closely with internal departments to perform and ensure their involvement in LuxSE’s risk management framework (e.g. RCSA, project risk assessments, third-party service provider monitoring)

• Training and awareness: conduct training sessions and workshops on risk management methodologies and best practices

• Monitoring and audits: assist in internal audits, control testing, and continuous improvement of the risk management framework

Education and experience 

• Master’s degree in finance, audit or risk management 

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience 

Technical competencies 

• Understanding of financial markets 

• Knowledge of risk management methodologies 

• A background or previous experience in ICT governance, auditing or risk management would be considered as a significant advantage 

Soft skills competencies 

• Capacity to work autonomously 

• Excellent problem-solving skills 

• Team-oriented person 

Language skills 

• Full professional proficiency in English and/or French, any other language is an asset

Application

Luxembourg Stock Exchange is an employer for whom diversity and inclusion are important. We therefore encourage you to apply, regardless of your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, religion or disability. At a later stage of the recruitment process, we may ask for a recent copy of your criminal record (N°3).

LuxSE does not accept unsolicited resumes, CVs, or profile summaries from agencies. In case of an unsolicited proposal, this shall not be considered as (i) "ownership" of the candidate and/or (ii) introduction of the candidate by such agency unless the agency has received prior authorization from our Legal and/or HR departments.