Leader for Risk Advisory and Support

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Are you dedicated to promoting a culture of risk awareness while driving governance excellence? We are seeking a Leader for Risk Advisory Service and Support to join our Technology Risk, Controls, and Resilience team.

Risk Advisory and Support is a team of six subject-matter experts based in Denmark and Lithuania. Together, they support Danske Bank’s security strategy by offering general security advice, delivering security training, and running awareness campaigns.

This is a key leadership role where you will have the opportunity to shape the technology risk landscape within Danske Bank and contribute to our commitment to security, resilience, and compliance.

In this role, you will lead a team responsible for overseeing the organisation’s security risk posture. You will support key domains, including Technology Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC), Business Continuity Management (BCM), Disaster Recovery (DR), and Organisational Resilience (OR). Your expertise in at least two of these areas, combined with experience in technology risk management and governance, will be crucial for driving effective risk governance.

As a trusted adviser, you will translate regulatory obligations and external requirements into actionable insights. You will also coordinate cross-functional responses to ensure compliance. While you will not manage technical controls directly, you will play a pivotal role in supporting governance decisions, promoting a risk-aware culture, and aligning organisational practices with industry standards.

*Depending on your experience and knowledge, we may offer you different seniority of the role.

You will:

Engage, develop, coach, motivate, and manage a team of around six individuals, enhancing their performance and supporting their professional growth
Lead the design and delivery of security awareness and training programmes to promote a culture of risk awareness across the organisation
Interpret and map industry regulations, security questionnaires, and client or regulatory attestations to internal risk and compliance frameworks
Coordinate responses to external security due diligence requests, ensuring submissions are accurate and timely
Oversee governance-related data, providing insights and driving transparency to support informed decision-making
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leaders to ensure security practices align with regulatory obligations and internal policies

About you:

At least 2 years of experience and effective skills in managing, motivating, and developing employees
5+ years of experience in information security, risk management, regulatory compliance, or related fields
Deep expertise in at least two of the following areas: Technology Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC), Business Continuity Management (BCM), Disaster Recovery (DR), Organisational Resilience (OR), or Security Awareness and Training
Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable policies and governance frameworks
Experience managing responses to RFIs, DDQs, and regulatory attestations for large clients or auditors
Familiarity with industry frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001, NIST CSF, or ISF SOGP
Advanced English skills, as it is the working language for all communications in this role

We offer:

Monthly salary range from 6400 EUR to 9600 EUR gross (based on your competencies relevant for the job).

Additionally, each Danske Bank employee receives employee benefits package which includes:

Growth opportunities: professional & supportive team, e-learnings, numerous development programs; (incl. professional certificates); 100+ professions for internal mobility opportunities.
Health & Well-being: a diverse, inclusive, work & life balance work environment; additional health insurance; mental well-being practices; partial psychologist counselling compensation; silence and sleep zones at the office; game rooms.
Hybrid working conditions: Work from home up to two days a week; home office budget (after the probation period); modern Danske Campus workplace developed with anthropologist for the best employee experience.
Additional days of leave: for rest, health, volunteering, exams in higher education institutions, and other important activities. Moreover, for seniority with Danske Bank.
Monetary compensation package: accidents & critical diseases insurance; financial support in case of unfortunate events, travel insurance; IIIrd Pillar Pension Fund contribution.