Identity Access Manager (F/M/D) - Cyber Security

On behalf of our client, a globally leading company in the life sciences industry with several thousand employees worldwide, we are seeking an experienced Identity Access Manager for a strategic key position. This may also be a successfully filled mandate that has been re-commissioned due to its high level of specialisation. A confidential conversation offers you the opportunity to explore the unique chance of this role with direct board-level visibility without any obligation.

Profile

You bring solid experience in the IAM environment and particularly impress with your strong communication skills when engaging with diverse international stakeholders from IT and business.

• Minimum of three years' professional experience in Identity & Access Management, ideally within a regulated corporate environment
• Fluent English is mandatory – this is the daily working and communication language throughout the entire organisation
• Understanding of compliance requirements and standards such as ISO 27001, combined with an affinity for governance topics
• Knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID Governance and/or Beyond Trust is advantageous; willingness to travel 10–15%

Let us discover in a brief, confidential conversation whether this strategic leadership role could be the next step in your career.

Key Tasks

In this role, you will be responsible for the strategic direction and governance of the entire Identity & Access Management function, working closely with international business units and external implementation partners.

• Development and maintenance of the IAM strategy and governance framework, including policies and SOPs
• Design of authorisation concepts and management of the Joiner-Mover-Leaver lifecycle in close coordination with HR
• Coordination of new application integration into IG&A solutions and ensuring standardised access models
• Ensuring audit readiness and regular reporting to stakeholders at senior management level

Benefits

You can expect a strategic transformation project with a minimum duration of two years, offering you considerable scope to shape the development of an entirely new IAM landscape.

• Attractive compensation package with a base salary of up to €100,000 plus a 15% bonus component
• Prospect of building and leading a centralised IAM team upon project completion
• International working environment with English as the corporate language and flexible location options in Germany, Poland, Spain or the United Kingdom
• Comprehensive benefits including on-site childcare, fitness facilities, company bike scheme and Employee Assistance Program

Ansprechpartner

Christian Reimann
Recruiting

T: 034133972938
Gallmond GmbH
Dittrichring 15
04109 Leipzig