Financial Risk Expert
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Before you apply
LocationBrussels
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5–7 yrs
DepartmentRisk Management
Company size5+ people
PostedNov 5, 2026 · 3d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Master in economics, finance or actuarial science or the equivalent experience
Relevant knowledge and expertise on Financial Risk Management within the insurance sector
Master the Solvency II framework and its evolutions
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a similar position
Strong quantitative skills
Fluent in French and/or Dutch
Understand English and able to write reports and emails in English
Rigor and proactive approach
Adapt easily to changes and have team spirit
Highly organised, able to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment and manage conflicting priorities
Strong analytical skills with articulated communication skills
Benefits
Permanent contract
Health insurance
Pension
Flexible hours
Remote work
Paid time off
Professional development
About the role
Within the Risk Management division, whose mission is to identify and assess the potential risks that could impact the company and to develop strategies to control and monitor those risks, we are looking for a financial risk expert who will act as an expert in developing, maintaining, and supporting the financial risk management framework—especially for investment and credit risks.
About ten colleagues make up the whole Risk team and they are waiting to welcome you!
Your responsibilities:
As Financial Risk Expert, you are responsible for e.g.:
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Leading, maintaining and developing the financial risk management framework with a clear focus on the investment and credit risks (policies, key risk indicators, limits).
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Engaging with financial risk owners to seek implementation of related framework.
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Being responsible for the stress and scenario testing framework related to financial risks.
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Being responsible for the Market Risk SCR review performed by the second line.
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Monitoring and reporting Management Information to local and Group governance.
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Providing risk opinions on financial risks and new investments.
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Contributing to the ORSA process and reporting write-up.
Your profile:
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You hold of a Master in economics, finance or actuarial science or the equivalent experience.
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You demonstrate relevant knowledge and expertise on Financial Risk Management within the insurance sector.
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You master the Solvency II framework and its evolutions.
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You have a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a similar position.
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You have strong quantitative skills.
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You are fluent in French and / or Dutch. As part of your international contacts, you understand English and are able to write reports and emails in English.
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You show rigor, you are proactive.
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You adapt easily to changes and have a team spirit.
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You are highly organised, able to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment and to manage conflicting priorities, in co-ordination with stakeholders.
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You have strong analytical skills with articulated communication skills.
Good reasons to join us:
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A permanent employment contract.
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A company on a human scale within a dynamic group where you can rapidly have an impact.
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Accessible management close to staff and a pleasant working environment.
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Many opportunities for development, thanks in particular to our Athora Academy.
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Balance between professional life and private life with generous holidays (at least 39 days a year), flexible working hours and up to 3 days’ teleworking a week.
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An attractive salary package plus various fringe benefits.
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Modern, bright offices conducive to collaboration.
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A central location in the Porte de Namur district, accessible by train and public transport and with parking facilities available if needed.
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Last but not least… a sunny terrace, afterworks between colleagues, teambuildings, an annual staff day and many other events to discover… 😉
About the company
If you are looking for a friendly organisation with a human face and attach value to cooperation and helping one another, you have come to the right address.
Hiring process
Apply By:
31-12-2026
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