Risk & Governance Specialist People & Culture (m/f/d)

27 May 2026
100%
Zürich

Job summary

Join our People & Culture team in Zürich as a Business Risk Manager. Contribute to a dynamic work environment with excellent benefits.

Tasks

Identify, assess, and manage risks within the People & Culture organization.
Ensure compliance with internal regulations and guidelines.
Collaborate closely with internal audit on processes and controls.

Skills

Degree in Business, Law, Finance, or related field; risk management experience is a plus.
Strong understanding of risk management and regulatory requirements.
Excellent communication skills in German and English, both written and verbal.

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About the job

80% - 100% | People & Culture | Zurich | Experienced Professionals

For our People & Culture team, we are looking for a colleague to complement our staff team as a Business Risk Manager / Risk & Governance Specialist (m/f/d). Together with our around 100 dedicated and ambitious colleagues, we want to further develop the future of People & Culture in our bank. In this role, you will take on governance tasks, help shape processes, and contribute significantly to compliance with regulatory and internal standards.

Your Responsibilities

Responsible for identifying, assessing, and managing risks within the People & Culture organisation
Coordinating, revising, and ensuring compliance with internal regulations and policies
Creating and maintaining reports and analyses for internal and external stakeholders to ensure transparency and compliance
Working closely with internal audit to ensure all relevant processes and controls meet internal and external requirements
Supporting audits and implementing measures arising from audit findings
Supporting and coordinating disciplinary procedures and internal investigations in close collaboration with relevant stakeholders
Actively participating in projects focused on governance topics
Supporting and advising managers and employees on governance and risk management matters

Your Profile

Completed studies in business administration, law, finance, or a related field - additional qualifications in risk management are advantageous
Several years of experience in a comparable role, preferably in governance, risk management, or compliance, ideally in the financial sector
Solid knowledge in risk management as well as a good understanding of regulatory requirements and internal control systems
Very precise, structured, and solution-oriented working style with a high standard of quality
High integrity, assertiveness, and the ability to act confidently even in challenging situations
Strong ability to communicate complex matters clearly and understandably, both in writing and orally
Very good German and English skills, both spoken and written

Our Offer

A role that gives you the chance to gain broad insight into the bank
Modern workplace in District 5 with excellent transport connections (Hardbrücke station)
Flexible working hours, mobile working, and work-life balance are a matter of course for us
Various events and internal networks offer you the opportunity to network quickly
A comprehensive overall package that, in addition to an attractive base salary and variable remuneration, offers many benefits and discounts – from A for pension provision to Z for ZVV bonus pass

Fatima Malik
is happy to assist you.
Phone: 044 292 30 24