Manager of Risk & Internal Controls

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Romania

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update company-wide risk management policies, procedures, and guidelines tailored to power sector operations.
• Establish risk assessment frameworks addressing critical areas such as contractor management, safety compliance, and regulatory adherence.
• Ensure policies are effectively communicated, integrated, and consistently applied across all departments.

• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify operational, financial, and regulatory risks in power sector activities.
• Monitor and report on risks, providing detailed reports to senior leadership highlighting key risks, compliance gaps, and mitigation plans.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies specific to energy projects, contractor engagements, and operational activities.

• Oversee the management of insurance programs, ensuring appropriate coverage for company operations, contractors, and projects.
• Manage claims processes, including subcontractor-related claims, and coordinate with insurers to minimize exposure and financial impact.

• Maintain in-depth knowledge of all regulatory, safety, and compliance requirements relevant to power sector operations (utilities, renewable energy, transmission/distribution).
• Conduct regular compliance checks to ensure adherence to local, regional, and industry-specific regulations.
• Collaborate with department heads to integrate compliance and risk management practices into daily operations, particularly for contractor engagements and project execution.

• Provide guidance and oversight to internal teams on risk management practices and compliance matters.
• Act as a key advisor to senior management on risk exposure, mitigation strategies, and regulatory changes impacting the company.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Audit, Engineering, Risk Management, Business, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• 8+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, or operational risk leadership within the utilities sector.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, safety standards, and contractor management projects
• Proven experience developing and implementing enterprise risk policies and mitigation strategies.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and leadership skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and provide actionable guidance to senior leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package;
• Being part of an international, dynamic work environment;
• Professional development (seminars, courses);
• Medical Insurance (MedLife) – subject to successful completion of the probation period;
• Opportunity to work in a fast-growing international company with significant impact in its industry;
• 7Card.