Identity & access management (IAM) specialist H/F

We are currently supporting a leading international financial institution in Luxembourg in their search for an Identity & Access Management (IAM) Specialist to join their team on an urgent temporary assignment. Please note: this role is open to freelancers only, for a 3-month assignment on a part-time basis (2 days per week).Your responsibilities In this role, you will take ownership of identity and access management processes at a local level and ensure their proper execution in line with internal policies. Your main tasks will include:Taking full ownership of local IAM/IDAM processes and ensuring their effective executionEnsuring that internal control frameworks are properly applied, including key principles such as segregation of duties (SoD) and the four-eyes principleHandling and monitoring user access requests efficiently, as well as supporting access review and recertification processes, including timely revocation where requiredActing as a key point of contact and collaborating closely with local and global stakeholders, particularly IT Application Owners and Information Security representatives, on all topics related to identity and accessCoordinating activities aligned with ITIL practices, including incident management, problem resolution, and change processesYour profileSolid experience in identity and access administration, such as Active Directory or user management within applicationsFamiliarity with ticketing tools, ideally ServiceNow, is considered an advantageProven ability to work effectively within a team environment, demonstrating strong organisational skills and prioritisation capabilitiesAbility to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with a clear sense of urgency and attention to deadlinesKnowledge of the Luxembourg regulatory environment and prior experience within the financial services industry would be a plusEducation & languagesBachelor's degree (or equivalent) in IT or a related field, and/or at least 3 years of relevant professional experienceFluent in English, both written and spoken