CFO - Internship - Risk & Control Framework

Beschrijving

Context

As a Risk and Control Management Intern, you will immerse yourself in critical risk management initiatives that shape our organization's landscape. Collaborate with experienced professionals across Risk, Compliance, and Operations departments, contributing to projects that influence our strategic decisions. You'll develop your analytical skills, gain in-depth knowledge of risk management practices, and play a key role in ensuring our organization's adherence to risk control standards. We're looking for motivated individuals with a passion for risk management, a sharp analytical mind, and a team-oriented attitude to help us navigate these exciting challenges.

Your position

1. Risk Control Self-Assessment (RCSA): Assist in conducting RCSA to identify and assess risks within various departments.
2. Control Testing: Perform control testing to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls.
3. Report Writing: Prepare summary documents, reports, and presentations for internal teams and management.
4. Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with Risk, Compliance, and Operations departments to ensure a common understanding of risk issues.
5. Data Management: Collect and analyze data to support risk assessments and control testing.
6. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize existing risk management processes and propose innovative solutions.
7. Communication: Present analyses and findings clearly to team members and stakeholders.
8. Documentation: Maintain accurate records of risk assessment activities, decisions, and control testing results.
9. Training Participation: Engage in professional development to deepen understanding of risk management practices.

Your profile

We are seeking a highly motivated final-year Master's student with a strong interest in business process management to join our team at Degroof Petercam.

Educational Background:
• Currently pursuing a Master's degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Specialization or coursework in risk management is highly preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:
• Solid understanding of risk management principles and practices.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French or Dutch.

Personal Attributes:
• Passionate about risk management and eager to learn.
• Sharp analytical mind with attention to detail.
• Team-oriented attitude with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Proactive and able to take initiative on projects.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Qualifications:
• Previous internship or work experience in risk management or a finance environment is an advantage.

What You Bring to the Team:
• A strong desire to make an impact on the future of risk management.
• The ability to work collaboratively with experienced professionals across various departments.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Enthusiasm for participating in projects that influence strategic decisions within the organization.

Please note: To be considered for this internship, you must be able to provide an internship agreement from a Belgian or Dutch university (applications supported by a French university agreement will not be accepted).

We are seeking a candidate who is available to start in September for a minimum duration of 6 months. If you do not meet these criteria or if an unpaid internship doesn't suit you, we kindly ask that you do not submit an application.

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Our offer

Our company offers a stimulating environment for those who want to be challenged intellectually. You'll be stretched, because we count on you to share our ambitions and to come up with solutions for complex matters. The impact of our work goes beyond profit. Looking at our business from a broader perspective, we influence our entrepreneurial networks to invest in the economy and, ultimately, in society as a whole. In other words, working at Degroof Petercam also means contributing to economic development, today and for generations to come.

Extra informatie

Status

Open

Opleidingsniveaus

Anders

Plaats

Brussels

Dienstverbanden

Stage

Gepubliceerd op

10-07-2026

Beroepsgroepen subcategorie

Financieel / Accountancy

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