Assistant Risk Manager
DayOne · Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
- On site
- Full-time
- $75,000 / year
- Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
Job highlights
- Manage and implement ERM framework.
- Identify and assess global data center risks.
- Report risk status to senior management.
- Foster strong risk culture across functions.
- Support operational resilience and growth.
About the role
Assistant Risk Manager
Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure.
DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started. As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure. If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.
Position Overview
We are seeking an Assistant Risk Manager to strengthen our Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) capabilities and operational resilience across DayOne’s global data centers. This role is ideal for a proactive risk professional who thrives in a dynamic and mission-critical environment.
Key Responsibilities
ERM Framework Implementation
- Support the design and implementation of DayOne’s ERM Framework.
- Act as a key second line of defence, providing independent oversight and reporting over risk status and activities across all business functions.
- Support the review and refinement of DayOne’s risk appetite and tolerance levels to align with its business strategic objectives and operational priorities.
- Monitor alignment with the risk appetite through the use of key risk indicators (KRIs) and other performance metrics.
Risk Identification, Assessment, Mitigation & Reporting
- Support risk identification and assessment exercises, facilitate risk workshops and documentation of risk registers.
- Support ongoing monitoring and periodic evaluation of risk exposure, mitigation effectiveness and emerging risks.
- Support the Head of Risk to enable clear and timely risk reporting to Senior Management, Audit Committee and the Board.
Governance & Stakeholder Engagement
- Serve as a trusted business partner for the execution of risk initiatives across functions and geographies.
Risk Culture & Awareness
- Design and deliver engaging risk awareness programs, including trainings and targeted communications to foster an active risk culture across DayOne.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in risk consulting, enterprise risk management or internal audit.
- Strong technical knowledge risk frameworks (e.g., ISO 31000, COSO) and best practices.
- Proficient in developing and managing risk registers and risk reporting tools.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in assessing risks and recommending control measures.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and facilitation abilities—capable of delivering training sessions to diverse audiences.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, scaled, and geographically distributed infrastructure environment.
- Preference for candidates with Big 4 Risk Consulting experience and exposure to the data center or tech infrastructure industry.
DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're ready to grow with one of the fastest-moving companies in the data center industry, apply now and be part of our global journey. For more information about us, please visit Data Center Company Built For Hyperscale.
Key skills/competency
- Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
- Risk Frameworks (ISO 31000, COSO)
- Risk Identification
- Risk Assessment
- Risk Mitigation
- Risk Reporting
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Data Centers
- Operational Resilience
- Risk Culture
Skills & topics
- Assistant Risk Manager
- Risk Management
- Enterprise Risk Management
- ERM
- Data Centers
- Risk Assessment
- Risk Mitigation
- Risk Reporting
- ISO 31000
- COSO
- Operational Resilience
- Finance
- Business
- Risk Consulting
- Internal Audit
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Madrid
- Tech Infrastructure
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight risk management, ERM frameworks (ISO 31000, COSO), and your experience in data centers or tech infrastructure.
- Showcase your expertise: Emphasize your 5+ years in risk consulting, enterprise risk management, or internal audit, and your analytical skills.
- Demonstrate communication skills: Provide examples of your ability to engage stakeholders and deliver training sessions.
- Quantify achievements: Use numbers to show your impact in risk assessment, mitigation, and reporting.
- Research DayOne: Understand their focus on data infrastructure and commitment to innovation and growth.
Technical preparation
Master risk frameworks like ISO 31000 and COSO.,Practice risk identification and assessment techniques.,Develop proficiency in risk registers and reporting tools.,Prepare to analyze risk data and propose controls.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex risk you managed.,How do you engage diverse stakeholders?,Share an experience fostering risk awareness.,How do you thrive in fast-paced environments?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities of an Assistant Risk Manager at DayOne?
- The Assistant Risk Manager at DayOne will primarily support the design and implementation of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework, conduct risk identification and assessment exercises, monitor risk exposure, and contribute to fostering a strong risk culture across the organization's global data centers.
- What qualifications are essential for the Assistant Risk Manager role at DayOne?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, or Business, a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in risk consulting or ERM, strong knowledge of risk frameworks like ISO 31000 and COSO, and excellent analytical and communication skills.
- Does DayOne have a preference for candidates with specific industry experience for the Assistant Risk Manager position?
- Yes, DayOne shows a preference for candidates with experience in the data center or tech infrastructure industry, as well as those with Big 4 Risk Consulting experience. This suggests a focus on specialized industry knowledge and consulting best practices.
- How does DayOne foster risk culture among its employees, and what is the Assistant Risk Manager's role in this?
- DayOne aims to foster an active risk culture through engaging risk awareness programs, including trainings and targeted communications. The Assistant Risk Manager will play a key role in designing and delivering these initiatives to diverse audiences across the company.
- What kind of environment can an Assistant Risk Manager expect at DayOne?
- The Assistant Risk Manager can expect a dynamic and mission-critical environment within a fast-paced, scaled, and geographically distributed infrastructure company. DayOne is described as one of the fastest-growing companies in the data center industry.