Head of Risk Governance (m/f/d)

About the company

At Quantum Systems, we develop advanced autonomous systems for defense and security across multiple domains, combining unmanned platforms with integrated software and AI. As Head of Risk Governance, you will join the GRC leadership team and shape Quantum Systems’ Group-wide approach to risk management and internal controls. You will build a pragmatic, scalable framework that meets applicable German corporate law requirements and provides management with a consolidated, decision-relevant view of risk.

• We believe in the power of combined efforts: straightforward tech expertise paired with a customer-centric focus.
• We are industry pioneers who are ambitious, bold, and visionary.
• We push limits, think outside-the-box and strive for technological excellence to shape the future of aerial data.
• We promise to be your runway for individual and professional growth.

Quantum Systems develops advanced autonomous systems for defense and security operations across multiple domains, powered by integrated software and AI. Quantum Systems is at the forefront of AI-powered aerial, ground, naval robotics, developing a family of smart systems that go far beyond traditional drones. Built on a foundation of in-house hardware, software and AI, our systems transform data into critical insights, empowering decision-making across security, defense and public safety, as well as for the commercial, industrial and GIS sectors. Our vertically integrated system with industry leading endurance, enable seamless interoperability and software interconnectivity. On-board AI powers multi-modality sensing, autonomous navigation, anti-jamming, swarm operations and more.

Your tasks

Within our integrated GRC model, Risk Governance sets the common framework, enables implementation, provides constructive challenge and consolidates the Group risk view. Business Owners remain accountable for identifying, assessing, mitigating and monitoring risks within their areas.

• Build and implement a Group-wide Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework that supports early risk identification, clear escalation and decision-relevant management reporting.
• Define a simple, scalable risk methodology, taxonomy and governance cycle that Business Owners adapt and apply to manage material risks within their areas.
• Build and continuously enhance a pragmatic, risk-based Internal Control System (ICS) focused on entity-level controls and selected key controls over mission-critical processes. Set common standards, coordinate and challenge management assessments and track remediation, while Control Owners remain accountable for operating controls and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop a consolidated, forward-looking view of the Group’s risk exposure using meaningful indicators, scenarios and quantified impacts where appropriate, and embed these insights into strategy, planning, budgeting, forecasting and key business decisions.
• Maintain clear responsibilities across the integrated GRC model: Risk Governance owns the common risk and control methodology and consolidated management view; specialist GRC functions own their subject-matter frameworks and risk responses; Group Assurance independently evaluates effectiveness.

Requirements

• Several years of relevant experience in Enterprise Risk Management, Internal Controls or Risk Governance, ideally in an international, fast-growing organisation.
• A strong track record of designing and implementing ERM and/or ICS frameworks and integrating them into planning, performance management and related GRC processes.
• A pragmatic, hands-on mindset with the ability to turn sound risk principles into lean, workable processes and tangible results.
• The ability to use technology and AI pragmatically to simplify GRC processes and improve insights, reporting and decision-making.
• The ability to translate complex risk information into clear management insights and constructively challenge senior stakeholders.
• Initial leadership experience and the ability to lead a small team while remaining actively involved in day-to-day work.
• A collaborative approach and the credibility to work effectively across GRC, Finance, Group Assurance and operational functions.
• Excellent communication skills in English. German is a strong plus, along with high integrity, sound judgement and a genuine drive to strengthen risk-aware decision-making.

What we offer

• Company pension scheme: We support you so that you can already make provisions for later.
• Flexible working hours: With trust-based working hours, you are not only responsible for your working hours, but also for your work-life balance.
• Mobile Work: If things get a little busy in the office, you have the option to work remotely one flexible day per week to create the right balance.
• Stay active: With EGYM Wellpass, you get access to thousands of fitness and sports facilities — and of course, we subsidize the membership.
• Bike-Leasing: We support you in staying environmentally mobile and healthy.
• Corporate Benefits: Your opportunity for attractive offers and discounts from well-known suppliers and brands, e.g. Adidas, Apple, Expedia.
• Employee events: We not only want to grow together, but also celebrate our successes together.
• Lunch-Card: Be powerful with delicious energy, daily lunch budget is sponsored.
• Company Shuttle: Enjoy our convenient shuttle service that picks you up from Laim in Munich and brings you to our location, with return trips at the end of the workday.

Other

Our commitment We are an open-minded company that not only values diversity, but actively promotes it. Regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation or disability, we firmly believe that the diversity of our employees is an essential part of our success.

At our company, every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. We believe that our differences enrich us and help us to find creative solutions and generate innovative ideas. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential.