B2B Project - Technology Risk & Controls Specialist

Hays Contracting Services operates under a B2B service delivery model. We are currently looking for a B2B contractor to provide services in the area of technology risk, operational risk and governance as part of a global Technology Risk Center of Excellence.

Location: Kraków. Hybrid cooperation is preferred; Remote cooperation is also possible for candidates available for occasional visits to Kraków Cooperation type: B2B contract Start date: January 2027 Project duration: 12-18 months with the possibility of extension Rate: 130-160 PLN/h (net + VAT)

Project description

The project is delivered within the Technology Risk Center of Excellence of a global financial organisation. It focuses on technology risk governance, controls management, risk identification and assessment, risk remediation and reporting, with the aim of strengthening risk management practices across the organisation.

The area also provides training and guidance, facilitates risk forums and contributes to governance bodies and working groups, helping ensure that technology risk is managed consistently and in line with internal policies and standards.

This role offers exposure to a wide range of technology risk topics and close collaboration with senior stakeholders across the organisation. It combines risk governance with coordination, communication and training, rather than requiring a deeply technical engineering background.

Scope of services

• Facilitate risk forums and other Technology Risk governance meetings and ensure requirements set by the client’s policies and standards are met.
• Define best practices and ensure effective governance of risk remediation projects.
• Develop risk management training, guidance and standards for technology leads and business stakeholders.
• Engage with other Risk CoEs and contribute to regional and functional Working Groups and Guilds.
• Define and drive initiatives to improve collaboration and strengthen integration across the area.
• Contribute to risk culture initiatives across the wider technology organisation.
• Manage communication channels and strategy for the Technology Risk area, including MS Teams, Viva Engage, SharePoint, distribution lists, presentations and documentation templates.
• Support broader technology strategy and goals by simplifying processes and providing training and guidance to relevant stakeholders.

Required competencies

• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience, with a Mid/Senior level of expertise.
• Extensive experience in governance, operational risk management, risk control, audit or compliance.
• Strong interest in learning and development, combined with curiosity and willingness to support and advise others on professional development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to create impactful presentations.
• Proven track record in managing or overseeing change initiatives and projects.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with a process-oriented, innovative and systematic approach and the ability to deliver at pace and to the required quality.
• Ability to navigate reports from various data sources and derive actionable recommendations.
• Solid understanding of information technology. A deeply technical engineering background is not required.
• Experience operating within a large and complex corporate environment.
• English at C1 level, used throughout project delivery.

Nice to have

• Experience within banking or the broader financial services industry.
• Experience developing risk management training, guidance or standards.

Cooperation proces

• Profile and experience review by the Hays team
• A conversation with a Hays consultant about the project and scope of services
• A meeting with project representatives (up to 2 stages)
• Feedback and cooperation proposal
• Welcome to the project!

The cooperation is carried out between independent businesses (B2B model) and covers the performance of services within the agreed project scope. The Contractor independently organizes and manages the manner in which the services are performed, taking into account the project requirements, security obligations, and the necessary communication with the client. Any information regarding location, availability, or project meetings is provided solely for organizational purposes and shall not be construed as creating an employment relationship, employer-like supervision, or performance of work under the direction or control of the client. #1202552 - Katarzyna Kendzior