Junior Consultant | International Public Advisory

Risk Advisory Analyst/Consultant

Baringa

ABOUT BARINGA  Baringa is a global consulting firm that partners with leaders to drive change and create value. With deep industry expertise, and enabled by advanced technology, the firm helps clients to deliver with greater confidence and certainty. With over 2,000 people across the UK, Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, the firm combines global insight with local understanding. The firm works across energy and resources, financial services, government and public sector, consumer products and retail, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, manufacturing, and technology, media and telecoms, with capabilities spanning strategy, transformation and operational excellence – all powered by advanced technology, data, AI and digital innovation. Clients value Baringa’s collaborative approach and the way its teams integrate seamlessly – all working with a shared understanding of what matters most. The firm is known for its kind, curious experts who listen closely and care deeply about client success as they help clients transform energy markets, modernise financial platforms, expand telecoms and digital networks through advanced data analytics, enable digital services in government, and unlock growth in consumer sectors. Certified as a Great Place to Work around the world, Baringa has been recognised by the Financial Times in 22 categories of its UK Leading Management Consultants rankings, and by Forbes for four consecutive years as one of the World’s Best Management Consulting Firms. OUR FINANCE, RISK & COMPLIANCE PRACTICE IS GROWING IN SOFIA AND WE ARE LOOKING FOR JUNIOR RISK ADVISORY PROFESSIONALS TO JOIN THE TEAM.  Our Finance, Risk & Compliance practice drives the strategic evolution of risk management for our financial services clients. We work collaboratively with our clients to deliver practical, tailored solutions to evolve compliance and risk management into future-focused, growth-driving capability. Our team in Sofia is growing, and we are looking for motivated and curious graduates with up to 2 years of experience to join our global Risk Advisory team.   AS A RISK ADVISORY ANALYST, YOU WILL: * Support clients in delivery of complex regulatory change programmes – mobilizing international teams, creating and tracking project plans and supporting the delivery of these programmes * Perform gap analysis of current state against regulatory requirements and provide recommendations for improvement * Participate in shaping future-ready enterprise risk management framework, including risk strategy, risk appetite and Key Risk Indicators, governance and reporting * Collaborate with stakeholders across the three lines of defense to align risk strategy with business goals, converting complex data into clear, actionable insights * Analyze and optimize processes and workflows in the risk and compliance functions to identify opportunities for optimization and automation * Apply traditional and emerging technologies to modernize risk management processes and risk culture   YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE   We are seeking motivated and curious professionals who want to develop their career in the field of risk management and consulting working with the leading financial institutions across the world. No prior experience is required but sound theoretical knowledge is expected. The Ideal candidates will have:: * Minimum Bachelor’s degree in risk management, Business Administration, Economics, Information Technology or related field * Strong communication and analytical skills, with the ability to present risk insights clearly based on structured and unstructured data * Track record of building trusting relationships in an international environment * Knowledge of enterprise risk management frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, ISO 31000 * Understanding of audit, compliance and internal controls obtained through studying or internships * Proficiency with data analytics and visualization tools (MS Excel, Power BI, Tableau) * Excellent project management and prioritization skills * Working experience with AI tools or training AI Agents is a plus * Professional certifications in risk and controls management is a plus * Candidates should be comfortable with international travel, which may be required for up to 30% of the time. Candidates must be able to travel and work within the EU/UK.   WHAT A CAREER AT BARINGA WILL GIVE YOU  PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST. BARINGA IS A PEOPLE FIRST COMPANY AND WELLBEING IS AT THE FOREFRONT OF OUR CULTURE. WE RECOGNISE THE IMPORTANCE OF WORK-LIFE BALANCE AND FLEXIBLE WORKING AND PROVIDE OUR STAFF AMAZING BENEFITS. SOME OF THESE BENEFITS INCLUDE:  * Generous Annual Leave Policy: We recognise everyone needs a well-deserved break. We provide our employees with 5 weeks of annual leave, fully available at the start of each year. In addition to this, we have introduced our 5-Year Recharge benefit which allows all employees an additional 2 weeks of paid leave after 5 years continuous service.  * Flexible Working: We know that the ‘ideal’ work-life balance will vary from person to person and change at different stages of our working lives. To accommodate this, we have implemented a hybrid working policy and introduced more flexibility around taking unpaid leave.  * Corporate Responsibility Days: Our world is important to us, so all our employees get 3 every year to help social and environmental causes and increase our impact on the communities that mean the most to us.  * Wellbeing Fund: We want to encourage all employees to take charge and prioritise their own wellbeing. We’ve introduced our annual People Fund to support this by offering every individual a fund to support and manage their wellbeing through an activity of their choice.  * Profit Share Scheme: All employees participate in the Baringa Group Profit Share Scheme so everyone has a stake in the company’s success.  DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging is central to our culture and that diversity is paramount to driving creativity, innovation, and value for our clients and for our people.  AN AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE You can be a part of our ‘Great Place to Work’ – with our commitment to women and well-being in the workplace for all. Click here to see some of our recent awards and how we’ve achieved this.  USING BUSINESS AS A FORCE FOR GOOD.  We maintain high standards of environmental performance and transparency, which can be seen through our commitment to Net Zero with our SBTI-verified Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions reduction targets and our support of the Better Business Act. We report our progress publicly and ensure that we are also externally assessed and scored through organisations like CDP and EcoVadis - helping us to continually identify where we can improve.  We have a long legacy of supporting the communities in which we work, and offer a variety of ways to contribute, by putting people first and creating impact that lasts. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) agenda is about giving back to the communities in which we live and work by sharing our skills, talent and time. In essence, we aim to empower and encourage everyone in the firm to contribute to the things we care about, and support registered charities and organisations with a clear social or environmental purpose to increase the positive impact they can have.   JOIN US All applications received will be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team. We never rely solely on automated screening or AI tools to make hiring decisions. Your application will be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, age, faith or social background. We do not filter applications by university background and encourage those who have taken alternative educational and career paths to apply. We would like to actively encourage applications from those who identify with less represented and minority groups. We operate an inclusive recruitment process, ensuring reasonable adjustments where needed. Please contact a member of our Recruitment Team to discuss further.   BARINGA PRIVACY NOTICES For UK & EU Your personal data will be retained by Baringa for up to two years, in accordance with our UK Recruitment Privacy Notice / EU Recruitment Privacy Notice, to evaluate your application and meet our legal and reporting obligations. In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to request access to, rectification, or erasure (subject to legal limitations) of your personal data. For more information, please contact us at privacy@baringa.com For the USA Your personal data may be retained by Baringa for up to two years, as outlined in our Recruitment Privacy Notice (AMER & APAC), to support the recruitment process and internal reporting requirements. Where applicable, and in accordance with relevant federal and state laws, you may have the right to request access to or correction of your personal information. For further details, please contact privacy@baringa.com For Australia & Singapore Your personal data will be retained by Baringa for up to two years, in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice (AMER & APAC), to assess your application and meet applicable reporting and legal obligations. In line with the Australian Privacy Act and Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), you may have rights to access, correct, or request limited deletion of your personal data. For more information, please contact us at privacy@baringa.com

Cyber Risk Advisory Consultant

S-RM

CYBER RISK ADVISORY CONSULTANT, UTRECHT (HYBRID) WHO WE ARE S-RM is a global intelligence and cybersecurity consultancy. Since 2005, we’ve helped some of the most demanding clients in the world solve some of their toughest information security challenges. We’ve been able to do this because of our outstanding people. We’re committed to developing bright, curious, driven individuals who want to think critically, solve complex problems, and achieve success. But we also know that work isn’t everything, it’s about the lives and careers it helps us build. We’re immensely proud of this culture and we invest in our people’s wellbeing, learning, and ideas every day. We’re excited you’re thinking about joining us.   WORKING IN CYBER AT S-RM Our Cyber Security practice is the newest and fastest-growing part of S-RM. The cyber sector is always evolving, and our Advisory, Testing, Incident Response and Forensics practices are in more demand than ever. We’re building a team to meet this challenge. This means we’re quick to respond, innovate, and improve. We don’t get too hung up on hierarchy or bureaucracy. If your ideas are good enough, we’ll empower you to implement them. If you’re the best person to talk to a customer, you’ll get that opportunity, regardless of the title in your email signature. And when you need a hand, your team will always have your back. We also don’t believe there’s a typical cyber security professional. We’ve built a team of intelligence analysts, technical specialists, software developers, investigators, risk managers, and more. You’ll always find a range of perspectives and expertise to help you learn and grow. If that sounds like your kind of team, we’d like to hear from you.   THE ROLE Cyber Risk and Resilience Associates lead cyber consultancy engagements within a fast-growing and highly regarded practice, with the opportunity to take on real responsibility early in their careers.  You will work closely with clients to understand their challenges, lead project teams and deliver thoughtful, high-quality solutions across a broad range of cyber risk management and resilience activities. As part of a leading cyber security consultancy, you will help clients navigate complex and evolving security risks while building trusted adviser relationships. You will also work with colleagues across international consulting teams, supporting clients in the UK and globally, with exposure to a wide variety of sectors, challenges and senior stakeholders.  Our Associates are project managers, people managers and consultants. You will join a collaborative and diverse team drawn from a wide range of professional backgrounds, within an organisation known for its pace, openness and genuinely cross-team approach. This role offers the chance to develop quickly through a mix of client delivery, team leadership, commercial exposure and access to internal and external training, while contributing to the growth of established and emerging service areas.    RESPONSIBILITIES   Cyber Security Consulting:  At the core of the Associate role is hands-on cyber security consulting. You will lead delivery across multiple domain areas, including:  * Incident Response Preparedness   * Cyber incident response strategy, policy, and plan development.  * Simulation exercising at leadership and operational levels.    * Digital Resilience  * Business impact analysis, business continuity and disaster recovery planning  * Cyber regulations, governance and compliance  * Threat Intelligence    * Technical security  * Identity and Access Management  * Data security and integrity  * Network and Infrastructure Security    Project Management: S-RM Consultants are also accomplished project managers and team leaders. In this role, you will:  * Lead complex projects independently  * Manage client engagement, communication and project planning activities  * Lead client workshops and information gathering discussions  * Oversee technical and governance focussed implementation plans  * Work with internal client project teams, subcontractors and partners   * Understand and utilise the full range of S-RM’s people and expertise  * Manage junior colleagues and oversee career development    Client Engagement, Account Management and Business Development: Our Associates play an important role in business development. This is a position for someone who wants to help shape client solutions as well as deliver them, and you will support the Sales team in the following areas:  * Engage with clients to understand their cyber security challenges  * Innovate solutions, create, propose and pitch cyber security engagements  * Contribute to the expansion of client accounts and winning new business    This role would suit an ambitious security consultant looking for the next step: someone ready to take on meaningful client responsibility, broaden their experience across multiple cyber domains, and develop in a supportive but high-performing environment. It offers the chance to build consulting, leadership and commercial experience in parallel, while working alongside colleagues from a wide range of professional backgrounds.    Skills and Experience  Required: * 2+ years of experience in information security, cyber roles and/or technical domains.  * Prior consulting experience in a cyber role.  * Ability and willingness to manage complex projects.  * Excellent presentational skills, written work and attention to detail.      Strongly Preferred: * Demonstrable knowledge of:  * Incident response policies, plans and playbooks.  * Cyber Security frameworks, standards and regulations  * Information security principles, tools, technologies and techniques  * Technical cyber knowledge, including:   * Cloud Security  * Identity and Access Management   * Software development lifecycle  * Operational Technology  * Industry accreditation such as SANS Institute, Security+, CISM, CISSP or ISO27001;    The successful candidate must have permission to work in the Netherlands by the start of their employment. OUR BENEFITS We offer thoughtful, balanced rewards and support to help our people do their best work and live their lives outside it, this includes but is not exhaustive of: * Maternity leave: 26 weeks full pay followed by 13 weeks half pay * Paternity leave: 6 weeks of full pay * 25 holiday days per year, which increases with service to a maximum of 30 days + public holidays * 7% matching pension contribution * Several options around mobility such as an OV-card or a lease car * 4 x annual salary life insurance * EAP for your mental wellbeing, including counselling sessions available to you and your family * Free access to the world-famous mindfulness app Headspace * Flexible working hours * Extensive training available, including through LinkedIn Learning with access to more than 13,000 different courses The role will be based in our Utrecht office. However, we have flexible working arrangements available. To apply for this role, please submit a CV and cover letter to: Job Application for Cyber Risk Advisory Consultant at S-RM

Risk Advisory Manager

Baringa

ABOUT BARINGA  Baringa is a global consulting firm that partners with leaders to drive change and create value. With deep industry expertise, and enabled by advanced technology, the firm helps clients to deliver with greater confidence and certainty. With over 2,000 people across the UK, Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, the firm combines global insight with local understanding. The firm works across energy and resources, financial services, government and public sector, consumer products and retail, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, manufacturing, and technology, media and telecoms, with capabilities spanning strategy, transformation and operational excellence – all powered by advanced technology, data, AI and digital innovation. Clients value Baringa’s collaborative approach and the way its teams integrate seamlessly – all working with a shared understanding of what matters most. The firm is known for its kind, curious experts who listen closely and care deeply about client success as they help clients transform energy markets, modernise financial platforms, expand telecoms and digital networks through advanced data analytics, enable digital services in government, and unlock growth in consumer sectors. Certified as a Great Place to Work around the world, Baringa has been recognised by the Financial Times in 22 categories of its UK Leading Management Consultants rankings, and by Forbes for four consecutive years as one of the World’s Best Management Consulting Firms. OUR FINANCE, RISK & COMPLIANCE PRACTICE IS GROWING IN SOFIA AND WE ARE LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED RISK ADVISORY MANAGERS TO JOIN THE TEAM.  Our Finance, Risk & Compliance practice drives the strategic evolution of risk management for our financial services clients. We work collaboratively with our clients to deliver practical, tailored solutions to evolve compliance and risk management into future-focused, growth-driving capability. Our team in Sofia is growing, and we are looking for motivated and curious risk and controls professionals to join our global Risk Advisory team. We have a range of open roles based on your experience.   AS A RISK ADVISORY MANAGER, YOU WILL: * Shape and structure workstreams in complex regulatory change programmes – mobilizing international teams, creating and tracking project plans and leading the delivery of workstreams to deliver tangible outcomes for clients * Lead teams to perform gap analysis of current state against regulatory requirements and provide recommendations for improvement * Lead program updates and draft high-quality client deliverables * Shape future-ready enterprise risk management frameworks, including drafting risk strategy, risk appetite statements and Key Risk Indicators, governance and reporting  * Collaborate with stakeholders across the three lines of defense to align risk strategy with business goals, converting complex data into clear, actionable insights * Lead the analysis of processes and workflows in the risk and compliance functions to identify opportunities for optimization and automation * Stay on top of emerging risks and trends to anticipate client problem statements and shape innovative solutions * Apply traditional and emerging technologies to modernize risk management processes and risk culture * Mentor junior team members; facilitate trainings and provide on-the-job coaching    YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE   We are seeking experienced risk and control professionals who want to develop their career in the field of risk management and consulting working with the leading financial institutions across the world. The Ideal candidates will have: * 5+ years of relevant experience in risk management, audit, compliance, or related functions within financial services or fintech companies * Minimum Bachelor’s degree in risk management, Business Administration, Economics, Information Technology or related field * Strong communication and analytical skills, with the ability to present risk insights clearly based on structured and unstructured data * Track record of building trusting relationships in an international environment * Practical experience with enterprise risk management frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, ISO 31000 * Experience with risk assessment, control testing, setting up and monitoring Key Risk Indicators, risk governance and reporting * Proficiency with data analytics and visualization tools (MS Excel, Power BI, Tableau) * Practical experience with modernizing risk management processes through integration of automation, AI-driven insights and digital tools, including GRC tools * Excellent project management and prioritization skills  * Professional certifications in risk and controls management is a plus * Consulting experience or experience in Big 4 is a plus * Candidates should be comfortable with international travel, which may be required for up to 30% of the time. Candidates must be able to travel and work within the EU/UK.   WHAT A CAREER AT BARINGA WILL GIVE YOU  PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST. BARINGA IS A PEOPLE FIRST COMPANY AND WELLBEING IS AT THE FOREFRONT OF OUR CULTURE. WE RECOGNISE THE IMPORTANCE OF WORK-LIFE BALANCE AND FLEXIBLE WORKING AND PROVIDE OUR STAFF AMAZING BENEFITS. SOME OF THESE BENEFITS INCLUDE:  * Generous Annual Leave Policy: We recognise everyone needs a well-deserved break. We provide our employees with 5 weeks of annual leave, fully available at the start of each year. In addition to this, we have introduced our 5-Year Recharge benefit which allows all employees an additional 2 weeks of paid leave after 5 years continuous service.  * Flexible Working: We know that the ‘ideal’ work-life balance will vary from person to person and change at different stages of our working lives. To accommodate this, we have implemented a hybrid working policy and introduced more flexibility around taking unpaid leave.  * Corporate Responsibility Days: Our world is important to us, so all our employees get 3 every year to help social and environmental causes and increase our impact on the communities that mean the most to us.  * Wellbeing Fund: We want to encourage all employees to take charge and prioritise their own wellbeing. We’ve introduced our annual People Fund to support this by offering every individual a fund to support and manage their wellbeing through an activity of their choice.  * Profit Share Scheme: All employees participate in the Baringa Group Profit Share Scheme so everyone has a stake in the company’s success.  DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging is central to our culture and that diversity is paramount to driving creativity, innovation, and value for our clients and for our people.  AN AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE You can be a part of our ‘Great Place to Work’ – with our commitment to women and well-being in the workplace for all. Click here to see some of our recent awards and how we’ve achieved this.  USING BUSINESS AS A FORCE FOR GOOD.  We maintain high standards of environmental performance and transparency, which can be seen through our commitment to Net Zero with our SBTI-verified Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions reduction targets and our support of the Better Business Act. We report our progress publicly and ensure that we are also externally assessed and scored through organisations like CDP and EcoVadis - helping us to continually identify where we can improve.  We have a long legacy of supporting the communities in which we work, and offer a variety of ways to contribute, by putting people first and creating impact that lasts. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) agenda is about giving back to the communities in which we live and work by sharing our skills, talent and time. In essence, we aim to empower and encourage everyone in the firm to contribute to the things we care about, and support registered charities and organisations with a clear social or environmental purpose to increase the positive impact they can have.   JOIN US All applications received will be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team. We never rely solely on automated screening or AI tools to make hiring decisions. Your application will be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, age, faith or social background. We do not filter applications by university background and encourage those who have taken alternative educational and career paths to apply. We would like to actively encourage applications from those who identify with less represented and minority groups. We operate an inclusive recruitment process, ensuring reasonable adjustments where needed. Please contact a member of our Recruitment Team to discuss further.   BARINGA PRIVACY NOTICES For UK & EU Your personal data will be retained by Baringa for up to two years, in accordance with our UK Recruitment Privacy Notice / EU Recruitment Privacy Notice, to evaluate your application and meet our legal and reporting obligations. In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to request access to, rectification, or erasure (subject to legal limitations) of your personal data. For more information, please contact us at privacy@baringa.com For the USA Your personal data may be retained by Baringa for up to two years, as outlined in our Recruitment Privacy Notice (AMER & APAC), to support the recruitment process and internal reporting requirements. Where applicable, and in accordance with relevant federal and state laws, you may have the right to request access to or correction of your personal information. For further details, please contact privacy@baringa.com For Australia & Singapore Your personal data will be retained by Baringa for up to two years, in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice (AMER & APAC), to assess your application and meet applicable reporting and legal obligations. In line with the Australian Privacy Act and Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), you may have rights to access, correct, or request limited deletion of your personal data. For more information, please contact us at privacy@baringa.com