Governance, Risk & Compliance Manager

Date:  4 Nov 2026
Location: 

Brussels, BE

Place of Work:  Hybrid

Company Description

Start your career with Fine Biscuits Company

 

Crafting iconic biscuits. Growing meaningful careers.

 

Join the Fine Biscuits Company Group and help shape the future of premium biscuits through passion, quality and innovation.

 

Established in 2020, the Fine Biscuits Company Group brings together Kelsen Group, Biscuits Delacre and The Fine Lab. United by a shared passion for quality and entrepreneurship, we are proud to be among the leading players in the premium biscuit market, offering a portfolio of iconic European brands including Delacre, Délichoc, Kjeldsens, Royal Dansk and Michel & Augustin.

 

Our heritage is rooted in some of Europe's finest biscuit-making traditions. From authentic Danish butter cookies and Belgian chocolate-coated biscuits to French gourmet creations, our brands each have their own distinctive identity, combining generations of savoir-faire with entrepreneurial spirit and a shared passion for quality.

 

Innovation is equally part of who we are. Through The Fine Lab, our innovation centre in Brussels, we continuously explore new ideas, recipes and technologies while preserving the authenticity, quality and expertise that define our brands.

 

As part of the Ferrero ecosystem, FBC Group combines the agility of a focused business with the strength, stability and long-term vision of an international, family-owned organisation. More than 1,000 colleagues across eight countries contribute every day to our shared success, united by a culture of collaboration, continuous learning and mutual respect.

 

Our values are at the heart of everything we do: Loyalty & Trust, Respect & Responsibility, Integrity & Moderation, Passion for Quality, and Research & Innovation. They guide how we work together, support one another and continue to grow as individuals and as a business.

 

Whether you are taking your first professional steps or looking for your next challenge, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop and make a meaningful contribution alongside passionate colleagues who are shaping the future of premium biscuits.

 

Discover our career opportunities and grow with us.

About the Role

 

As Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Manager, you will act as a trusted partner to management across all business functions, promoting a strong risk-aware culture and driving a proactive approach to risk mitigation throughout the organization.

 

Working closely with and reporting to the People & Organization Director, you will support the deployment and continuous improvement of the company's risk management framework. You will provide independent oversight and challenge to ensure that governance, risk and compliance processes are effectively designed, implemented and maintained.

Main Responsibilities

 

  • Drive Internal Controls & Risk Management by implementing and continuously improving governance, risk and compliance (GRC) frameworks, ensuring robust internal controls, effective risk mitigation and alignment with group policies and best practices.
  • Support Governance & Compliance Execution through the deployment of policies, procedures, transformation initiatives, M&A integrations, segregation of duties (SoD) analysis and change management projects, while providing guidance and training to stakeholders across the organization.
  • Coordinate Internal Audit Activities by preparing business functions for audits, facilitating communication and data exchange with auditors, monitoring audit progress and supporting the resolution and escalation of identified issues.
  • Lead Remediation & Continuous Improvement Efforts by challenging and supporting management in developing sustainable corrective action plans, monitoring implementation progress and ensuring accountability for risk mitigation and control improvements.
  • Monitor, Report & Advise Management on the status of risks, controls, audits and remediation actions, providing regular updates and actionable insights to senior leadership and contributing to informed decision-making at both local and group level.

Who we are looking for

 

  • Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Economics, Management Engineering, Business Administration or a related field and at least 10 years of experience within governance, risk, compliance, process management, consulting, internal control, audit or similar environments in the food industry, including manufacturing.
  • Proven experience in People & Organization processes, with the ability to understand business needs and translate them into effective solutions in collaboration with business partners and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Strong understanding of organizational structures, business processes, cross-functional interactions and risk management principles.
  • Results-driven professional with a track record of delivering practical, sustainable solutions and driving collaboration across functions.
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate, prioritize and monitor multiple initiatives and stakeholders simultaneously.
  • Strong analytical capabilities, including experience in managing action plans, consolidating and interpreting data, preparing management reports and conducting risk assessments to support sound decision-making.
  • Effective communicator and relationship builder, capable of influencing stakeholders at different levels of the organization and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365.
  • Fluent in French and English.
  • Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills across functions and stakeholders.