Head of Risk Management | Remote - Zurich, Switzerland

ppHitachi Energy is seeking an experienced and strategic bHead of Risk Management /b to lead the global Risk Management function and further strengthen our governance, risk oversight, and decision-making capabilities across the organization. /p pAs a key member of the Hitachi Energy Finance Leadership Team, reporting directly to the CFO and partnering closely with the CEO, you will define and drive the company's risk management strategy, governance framework, and risk culture. In this highly visible leadership role, you will work across Business Units and Functions to ensure risks and opportunities are proactively identified, assessed, and managed to support sustainable growth and profitability. /p pYou will act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, championing best-in-class risk management practices while enabling informed business decisions throughout the organization. /p pThe location for this role is flexible within Europe, and will be determined in later stages. /p h3How you will make an impact /h3 ul libStrategy Governance: /b Define, implement, and continuously improve the global Risk Management framework, policies, procedures, and governance processes in alignment with Hitachi Energy requirements and corporate directives. /li libRisk Leadership: /b Lead the development and execution of the company's risk management strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and long-term growth ambitions. /li libBusiness Partnership: /b Partner closely with Business Units and leadership teams to support effective risk-based decision making during tendering, project execution, and strategic initiatives. /li libRisk Reviews Oversight: /b Lead Risk Review and Project Review processes, monitor enterprise risk exposure, and ensure lessons learned are embedded across the organization. /li libPerformance Reporting: /b Provide comprehensive risk reporting, insights, and recommendations to the Executive Leadership Team, ensuring transparency and informed decision making. /li libCompliance Controls: /b Monitor adherence to governance requirements, risk policies, and authorization frameworks through KPIs, business intelligence tools, and management reporting. /li libContinuous Improvement: /b Drive ongoing enhancement of risk management methodologies, tools, processes, and organizational practices to strengthen risk awareness and operational excellence. /li libStakeholder Management: /b Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including Hitachi Corporate, GEM Sector, Business Unit leadership, customers, and industry peers. /li libCapability Building: /b Develop and implement a comprehensive competency framework for the global Risk Management community and promote a strong risk-aware culture throughout the organization. /li libPeople Leadership: /b Coach, mentor, and develop risk management professionals, fostering collaboration, expertise, and high performance across the organization. /li libSafety Integrity: /b Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical conduct, integrity, governance, and compliance, while actively supporting Hitachi Energy's values and culture. /li /ul h3Your Background /h3 ul liMaster's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Law, or a related field. /li liExtensive experience in Risk Management, Sales, Tendering, Project Management, Contract Management, or related disciplines. /li liProven experience within an international, project-based business environment. /li liDeep understanding of enterprise risk management, governance frameworks, and business controls. /li liStrong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to evaluate risks and opportunities across the full value chain. /li liDemonstrated experience influencing senior stakeholders and executive leadership teams. /li liStrong knowledge of project execution, contract management, financial performance, and margin protection strategies. /li liTrack record of leading organizational improvement initiatives and driving change in complex global environments. /li liExcellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. /li liStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. /li liFluent in English, both written and spoken; additional languages are considered an advantage. /li /ul pWe are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives. /p pWith over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next. /p pWith an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr