(Senior) Manager Risk Management & Internal Controls (m/f/d)

Make a difference – as (Senior) Manager Risk Management & Internal Controls 

At Fresenius Kabi, we are committed to life – and this commitment drives us to continuously enhance the way we operate globally. A strong Risk Management and Internal Control System (ICS) plays a crucial role in safeguarding our business, ensuring compliance, and enabling sustainable success. 

As part of our global Risk Management & ICS team, you will be at the forefront of shaping and implementing our standardized global Risk Management and ICS methodologies. You'll partner with international stakeholders and support the organization in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks—while enabling transparency and strengthening control awareness across all levels. 

This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals who thrive in a dynamic, multinational environment and enjoy driving change and harmonization in collaboration with cross-functional and regional teams. 

Your Key Responsibilities 

• Further develop Fresenius Kabi’s ICS methodology in close cooperation with Group ICS and relevant central functions 

• Drive the global standardization, efficiency, and automation of internal controls 

• Act as a trusted advisor to local ICS teams, providing training, Q&A sessions, and ongoing guidance on methodology and execution 

• Ensure quality assurance in the ICS framework to support successful internal and external audits 

• Conduct ICS workshops and trainings across regions and business units; support implementation and documentation of controls 

• Continuously improve the control framework in close collaboration with business units and regions, considering internal and external changes 

• Monitor control design and effectiveness, and act as the key coordinator for the ICS annual self-assessment 

• Collaborate with Business Service Centers to ensure end-to-end control implementation across core processes 

• Coordinate and track remediation activities for identified control deficiencies 

• Prepare management presentations with regular updates on risk exposure, ICS implementation, and testing results 

• Serve as a change agent to foster a risk-aware culture and strong control mindset across the company 

• Lead or contribute to cross-functional Risk Management & ICS projects, e.g., CSRD readiness or control design for new processes and tools 

Your Profile 

• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field 

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Internal Controls, Audit, Strategic Controlling, or comparable risk-related functions – preferably with a background in management consulting 

• Experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry is a strong plus 

• Profound knowledge of RM & ICS-relevant regulations and frameworks 

• Strong understanding of core business processes (Procure to Pay, Quote to Cash, Finance, etc.) 

• Proven experience in managing complex, international projects 

• Strong analytical mindset, with the ability to translate complex risk topics into clear, actionable insights 

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively across all hierarchical levels and cultural backgrounds 

• Proficient in MS Office tools (especially PowerPoint, Excel, Word) 

• Fluent in English; German and other languages are a plus 

• Self-driven, collaborative, and goal-oriented with a hands-on mentality 

• Willingness to travel internationally as needed 

Why join us? 

At Fresenius Kabi, you will find a global team that values innovation, collaboration, and empowerment. You’ll contribute to building structures that support long-term success, while growing in a role that offers visibility, responsibility, and real impact. If you enjoy working in a highly motivated and professional team and want to contribute to shaping the risk and control landscape of a leading healthcare company – we’d love to hear from you.