Consultant IT – Governance, Risk & Compliance Technology

DIGITAL IMPACTS GmbH

Consultant IT - Governance, Risk & Compliance Technology supporting financial clients with regulatory requirements. Engaging in projects from analysis to implementation within a dynamic technology environment.

Posted 8/2/2026full-timeFriedberg • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in IT compliance, risk management, and governance within the financial sector, with a strong focus on regulatory requirements and frameworks such as COBIT and ITIL. Proficient in conducting gap analyses and implementing regulatory-driven transformation projects while effectively communicating complex technical content.

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IT ComplianceRegulatory RequirementsGovernance Risk And Compliance (GRC)COBITITIL

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Hard Skills

AuditingConsultingRisk ManagementControl ImplementationGap AnalysisRegulatory Transformation ProjectsFinancial Sector RegulationsAI Applications In GovernanceTechnical Content Assessment

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsClient Relationship ManagementProfessional Presentation

Industry Keywords

BaFinEuropean UnionECBESAsGovernance Structures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You continuously engage with current national and international regulatory requirements in the financial sector, particularly requirements from BaFin and the European Union (ECB, ESAs, ...).
You advise clients in the financial services sector on IT compliance, risk, control, and IT governance topics and support them in implementing regulatory requirements.
You conduct gap analyses of regulatory requirements versus existing operational processes, derive concrete measures, and accompany the implementation of regulatory requirements – from interpretation and functional classification to execution.
You support clients in establishing and further developing robust governance structures, aligning with relevant frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL or comparable frameworks and market standards.
You assist with business development activities, e.g., preparing proposals or strengthening client relationships.
You explore the use of AI applications in governance, risk and compliance topics and develop approaches for how these can be applied sensibly and efficiently in consulting projects.

Requirements

What you’ll need

You have successfully completed your studies in (business) informatics, economics, law, or a comparable field.
You bring at least three years of professional experience in auditing, consulting or operating processes in the IT/ICT area of financial institutions and already have initial experience in IT governance, IT risks and controls, IT compliance, as well as conducting regulatory-driven transformation projects.
You have a solid understanding of regulatory requirements in the financial sector and can accurately assess complex technical content and communicate it clearly, professionally and understandably.
You are familiar with relevant standards and frameworks in the governance, risk and compliance area, e.g., COBIT, ITIL or comparable approaches.
You present yourself confidently and professionally and have excellent communication skills.
You have very good German and English skills. Additional language skills are a plus!

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary with fixed and variable components
30 days of paid vacation per year
Flexible, project-dependent allocation of remote and on-site work
Open culture and a motivated, young team
Modern technical equipment (laptop and smartphone), software and AI tools for daily use
Flexible development paths — whether technical specialization or leadership responsibility, you actively shape your career with us
Close collaboration with experienced consultants who support your development
Gain experience in projects at national and international banks and a variety of companies in the financial services sector
Many additional benefits, such as a job ticket, contributions to a company pension scheme, corporate health benefits, company health insurance, discounts with selected partner companies, etc.