Risk Management Associate

Job Description

Responsibilities

Conduct the annual Risk Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) program and evaluate the results to assess whether the proper risks are identified and to verify the effectiveness of the control environmentImplement new risk measurement controls and processes that are relevant to the business and enhance the operational risk management environment. Drive and evolve the creation of common Operational Risk Taxonomy and Process Inventory that is used by Risk, Compliance, and Audit Manage Operational Risk Event process, including understanding the root cause, any necessary remediation, and reporting, to ensure control gaps are closed. Partner with Business to understand and continuously monitor risk profile and ongoing enhancement of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) to ensure they are relevant to capture emerging risks and evolving business strategies, to assist management in the early identification of risk trends. Aggregate risk data and synthesize key themes to keep management aware of the risk and control environment through continuous communication, and presenting at the Risk and Controls Committee  Manage Vendor Risk Management process, including initial and annual risk due diligence for key vendors. Assist with due diligence process Collaborate in maintaining ownership of the ORMC (Operational Risk Management Committee) lifecycle, maintaining minutes, following up on action items, and having accountability to the EC (Executive Committee) for results and transparency Collaborate in the management of the SOC1 & SOC2 process, interfacing with the auditors, managing the control objectives and individual controls, and working with teams to streamline walkthroughs, observations, and evidence for the audit program Partner with each department to create and maintain policies and process maps Assist the ORMC with Business Continuity planning and documentation, including Business Impact Analyses, planning, and execution of BCP exercises Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics or a related discipline preferred2-5 years of relevant experience, preferably with hedge funds and/or private equity experienceKnowledge of alternative investments a plusAdvanced skills in Microsoft Suite, specifically ExcelStrong organizational, problem solving and time management skills