Job Description

As a (Senior) Manager Non-Financial Risk (NFR), you will play a key role within Zanders’ Financial Institutions practice, supporting banks and financial institutions in strengthening their Non-Financial Risk frameworks. You will lead complex client engagements, contribute to business development, and actively shape our NFR proposition in the Dutch and international market.

You will combine deep subject-matter expertise with strong leadership and client advisory skills, acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders while mentoring and developing consultants.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver national and international client engagements in the area of Non-Financial Risk
• Advise financial institutions on NFR topics, including governance, risk frameworks, internal controls, operational resilience, outsourcing risk, and regulatory compliance
• Take end-to-end responsibility for project delivery, including planning, team coordination, quality assurance, and stakeholder management
• Drive business development activities, including proposal writing, client presentations, and go-to-market initiatives
• Contribute to the further development of Zanders’ NFR service offering and thought leadership
• Monitor regulatory and market developments and translate them into actionable client insights
• Mentor and coach consultants and senior consultants, supporting their professional and personal development
• Actively build and maintain a strong professional network within the financial services industry

Your Profile

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, (Business) Informatics, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a comparable field
• 5+ years (Manager) or 8+ years (Senior Manager) of professional experience in consulting and/or financial institutions with a strong focus on Non-Financial Risk and banking regulation
• Proven experience in managing client projects and leading teams
• Strong understanding of regulatory expectations relevant to NFR (e.g. governance, controls, operational risk, resilience, outsourcing)
• Solid project management skills and a structured, analytical way of working
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Fluent in English; Dutch is a strong advantage
• Willingness to travel as required

We offer:

• A hybrid work environment, that promotes a healthy work-life balance,
• Allowance to set up your home office in an ergonomically responsible way and an internet allowance,
• Mobility budget to cater your commuting needs,
• Participation in the Zanders bonus scheme,
• Secure your future with a pension scheme,
• 29 paid holiday days,
• A laptop and an iPhone,
• An entrepreneurial culture that values personal development, with ample room for initiatives,
• Expertise in your chosen field, building skills rapidly alongside diverse clients and consultants,
• A truly collegiate environment with enthusiastic and helpful colleagues, fostering career excellence in Treasury, Risk or Technology,
• An international and fun working environment, Cultural night events, annual Zanders's trip to a (surprise) location in Europe and many more exciting experiences to come!

About Us: Progress your career with Zanders.

We are a global financial consulting firm focused on Treasury, Risk and Technology. From our HQ in the Netherlands, we have been expanding our presence in Europe, UK, USA, and Asia. For 30 years we have been providing innovative solutions embracing the latest technological advancements to multinational corporations, financial institutions, public sector entities and NGOs. We go beyond conventional boundaries, delving into new market segments to uncover untapped opportunities. As pioneers in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and practices, we support our clients to achieve their ESG goals.

At Zanders we invest in our people for an inclusive atmosphere, where freedom, fun, and collaboration are pivotal and set us apart, defining our success. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are essential to establish a strong and sustainable business, fostering a culture that values and respects diversity in all forms. Zanders is not just a workplace – it is a supportive community.

We invite those who share our passion for collaboration, growth, and positive impact to join us on this journey. If you're in search of a workplace which nurtures personal and professional development, Zanders is the perfect fit for you.

Join us as we continue to shape the future of consultancy, making a meaningful impact in the world of Treasury, Risk, and Technology!

By applying for a role at Zanders, you give us approval to use and retain your personal details. Considering Zanders’ nature of enterprise, you are expected to behave to a high moral standard. A Pre-Employment Screening (PES) by a third party is part of the application process.