Does this sound like you?
Insurance is changing fast — digitalisation, regulatory pressure, outsourcing, ESG, AI, and third-party risk are redefining operational risk. We are looking for a Senior Operational Risk Consultant who wants to be at the heart of this transformation, advising leading insurers on how to strengthen resilience while enabling growth.
If you enjoy combining deep technical expertise, client interaction, and strategic impact, this role is built for you.
Are you passionate about leading Operational Risk projects in a dynamic industry? Do you thrive in an environment that values expertise, transparency, creativity, passion, and a pragmatic attitude? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Ensur is looking for a Senior Operational Risk Consultant to join our team and help shape the future of risk strategy in Belgium’s leading insurance companies. In this role, You will lead Operational and IT Risk management projects by designing frameworks, driving change initiatives, optimizing resources, and providing strategic leadership to embed best practices across the organization.
As a Senior Operational Risk Consultant you will:
Advise insurance clients on operational risk frameworks and methodologies, governance, and controls (Solvency II, COSO, ISO 31000, etc.)
Lead and deliver risk assessments, RCSAs, scenario analyses, and control design
Support clients in managing third-party risk, outsourcing risk, business continuity, and operational resilience
Translate regulatory expectations into pragmatic, business-ready solutions
Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders (Risk, Compliance, Operations, Internal Audit) ; manage and drive change across the organization, to ensure smooth transition.
Foster a risk-aware culture by training and supporting internal teams on risk best practices.
Coach junior consultants and contribute to thought leadership and methodology development
What You Bring:
You have 8+ years of experience in operational risk within insurance or insurance consulting
Strong understanding of insurance and general risk frameworks (Solvency II, COSO, ISO31000) ; experience with IT Risk frameworks (NIST, Cyfun or other) and GRC methodology (tooling would be a plus). .
Proven experience working with senior stakeholders
Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships and influence decisions at all levels.
An analytical mindset with the ability to simplify complex (risk) topics, as well as pragmatic and solution-oriented.
Good knowledge of English and Dutch/French.
You have a passion for insurance.
What We Offer:
Opportunity to work with top-tier clients in the insurance industry.
Supportive team environment with experienced industry professionals.
Competitive salary and benefits package, including a company car, bonuses, group insurance, health insurance, and more.
Access to comprehensive job-related training.
Chance to join a rapidly growing consulting firm and grow with us.
Dynamic and entrepreneurial culture that values both professionalism and enjoyment.
