DORA Compliance Consultants

For a client, we are seeking three different DORA (compliance) consultants. More information is provided below.

Deadline for Proposals: 09/12/2025

Duration: As soon as possible - 31/01/2026 (3 months, full-time) with the possibility of extension

Location: Belgium

Languages: Dutch or French, English

DORA Junior Consultant

Role Overview:

The DORA Junior Consultant supports the implementation and ongoing compliance of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) within financial institutions. This entry-level role assists in risk assessments, documentation, and process mapping under the guidance of senior consultants, helping clients strengthen their ICT operational resilience and regulatory alignment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in mapping and documenting ICT processes and controls relevant to DORA requirements.
• Support risk assessments and gap analyses for DORA compliance.
• Collect, organize, and maintain evidence for regulatory reporting and audits.
• Help prepare training materials and awareness sessions for client teams.
• Track and follow up on remediation actions and project milestones.
• Stay updated on DORA regulatory developments and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and support compliance initiatives.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, IT, Risk Management, or related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in compliance, risk, or IT audit (internships included).
• Basic understanding of ICT risk, cybersecurity, or financial regulations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and documentation tools.
• Eagerness to learn and develop expertise in DORA and operational resilience.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in financial services or consulting.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, NIS2, EBA guidelines).

DORA Compliance Specialist

Role Overview:

The DORA Compliance Specialist is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and enhancing the organization’s compliance with the Digital Operational Resilience Act. This role ensures that ICT controls, policies, and reporting processes are effective, up-to-date, and meet regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor ongoing compliance with DORA requirements across ICT, risk, and business units.
• Maintain and update DORA-related policies, procedures, and control documentation.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate evidence collection.
• Track regulatory changes and assess their impact on the organization.
• Prepare and submit required DORA reports to regulators.
• Advise business and IT teams on compliance obligations and best practices.
• Support incident response and post-incident regulatory reporting.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Compliance, Information Security, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or ICT audit.
• Solid understanding of DORA and related regulatory frameworks.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to communicate compliance requirements to technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in the financial sector or with ICT service providers.
• Familiarity with GRC tools and regulatory reporting platforms.

DORA Senior Consultant

Role Overview:

The DORA Senior Consultant leads the design, implementation, and optimization of DORA compliance programs for financial institutions. This role provides subject matter expertise, manages client engagements, and ensures that ICT risk management, incident response, and third-party oversight meet regulatory expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead DORA gap assessments, readiness reviews, and compliance projects.
• Design and implement ICT risk management frameworks aligned with DORA.
• Advise clients on incident response, business continuity, and third-party risk management.
• Develop and deliver DORA training, workshops, and awareness programs.
• Liaise with client stakeholders, regulators, and internal teams to ensure project success.
• Oversee the preparation of regulatory reports and audit responses.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Information Security, Risk Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, ICT risk, or operational resilience.
• In-depth knowledge of DORA, EBA/ESMA/EIOPA guidelines, and financial sector regulations.
• Proven project management and client-facing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Professional certifications (e.g., CISA, CISM, CRISC, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer).
• Experience with regulatory audits and supervisory reviews.