Freelance DORA Consultant
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About Our Client
Our client is a leading European credit‑insurance and export‑credit institution headquartered in Brussels, providing risk management and financing solutions to companies and banks across Europe and beyond. They combine public‑sector support with international financial expertise to facilitate trade and protect businesses from credit and political risks.
Job Description
Common responsibilities
* Support compliance with DORA through monitoring, reporting, and control maintenance
* Assist with ICT risk assessments, incident response, and business continuity planning
* Prepare regulatory reports and maintain audit evidence
* Track regulatory developments and advise business and IT teams
* Contribute to training, workshops, and awareness programs
Senior Consultant‑specific responsibilities
* Lead DORA gap assessments, readiness reviews, and compliance projects
* Design and implement ICT risk management frameworks aligned with DORA
* Manage client engagements and liaise with regulators and stakeholders
* Mentor junior team members and drive knowledge sharing
* Oversee audit responses and regulatory reporting
Compliance Specialist‑specific responsibilities
* Maintain and update DORA‑related policies, procedures, and control documentation
* Coordinate internal and external audits and collect evidence
* Support incident response and post‑incident regulatory reporting
* Ensure ongoing adherence to regulatory standards across ICT, risk, and business units
Junior Consultant‑specific responsibilities
* Assist with mapping and documenting ICT processes and controls
* Support risk assessments and gap analyses under senior guidance
* Collect, organise, and maintain evidence for audits and reporting
* Help prepare training materials and track remediation actions
Qualifications
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, Information Security, Risk Management, Compliance, IT, or related field
* Junior: 0‑2 years (including internships)
* Specialist: 3+ years in compliance, risk management, or ICT audit
* Senior: 5+ years in regulatory compliance, ICT risk, or operational resilience
* Understanding of DORA and related regulatory frameworks (EBA/ESMA/EIOPA)
* Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills
* Attention to detail and ability to document processes and controls
* Proactive, collaborative, and eager to learn (Junior); capable of leading projects and mentoring (Senior)
* Preferred for senior roles: certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer
What's On Offer
* Exposure to regulatory compliance projects at financial institutions across Europe
* Opportunities to advance your career from junior to senior levels
* Hands‑on experience in ICT risk management, operational resilience, and DORA compliance
* A collaborative and dynamic international work environment with a reputable financial institution
Seniority Level
* Entry level
Employment Type
* Full‑time
Job Function
* Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales
* Staffing and Recruiting
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