VP - Operational Risk
Kelly, Kenmore, NY, United States
Recruitment & Delivery - Banking & R4R | Ex-Journalist
Role is Hybrid: 3 days onsite in Buffalo
Duration:
12 months (Potential extension or conversion)
The Control Solutions & Risk Remediation Team supports broad cross‑operational issue management resolution stemming from both internal client self‑identified, internal audit and regulatory driven initiatives. We construct, uplift and deliver appropriate control frameworks and risk‑driven solutions to ensure the safety and soundness of our operational environment.
This role is within the issue‑management resolution space and concentrates on issues tied to payments and movement‑of‑funds related programs of work. It works closely with senior Risk & Controls, Program Execution and Payments Strategy leads and requires close interaction with global markets operations teams, technology and second‑ and third‑line partners.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide Risk BA / PM support for global payments & movement‑of‑funds projects, focusing on identification & documentation of related activities.
Identify in‑scope applications, evaluate control environment and determine risk‑based prioritisation for uplift requirements.
Determine impact and updates required in relation to SOX and MCA (Manager Control Assessment) activities.
Perform root‑cause analysis of payment‑related operational risk events and how these will be resolved through identified solutions.
Support Ops SMEs in determining key business requirements and documenting key data elements within processing systems to enable rule‑based controls.
Day‑to‑day management of project responsibilities including milestone setting, task and action management, coordination and execution within required timelines and quality expectations.
Support and manage business ad‑hoc queries and requirements.
Foster and maintain relationships with business and technology stakeholders and support engagement in working groups, steercos, and workshops.
Identify key project risks and manage to resolution or escalation as appropriate.
Exercise independence of judgement and autonomy with limited direct supervision.
Apply attention to detail and assess risk when making business decisions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Qualifications & Skills:
Track record as a risk‑focused Business Analyst / Program Manager within the financial services / investment banking industry.
Knowledge of markets operations businesses/functions and payments/movement‑of‑funds workflows and controls is required.
Ability to work independently, multi‑task, and take ownership of various parts of a project.
Able to lead conference calls and produce meeting agendas, materials and minutes.
Highly organized, motivated, self‑starter.
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to clearly document findings and propose solutions.
Strong Excel, PowerPoint and process‑mapping skillsets.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment under tight contractual deadlines.
Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
Willingness to ask questions, challenge the process and seek answers.
Seniority Level:
Mid‑Senior
Employment Type:
Contract
Job Function:
Analyst and Management
Industries:
Banking, Investment Banking, and Financial Services
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Duration:
12 months (Potential extension or conversion)
The Control Solutions & Risk Remediation Team supports broad cross‑operational issue management resolution stemming from both internal client self‑identified, internal audit and regulatory driven initiatives. We construct, uplift and deliver appropriate control frameworks and risk‑driven solutions to ensure the safety and soundness of our operational environment.
This role is within the issue‑management resolution space and concentrates on issues tied to payments and movement‑of‑funds related programs of work. It works closely with senior Risk & Controls, Program Execution and Payments Strategy leads and requires close interaction with global markets operations teams, technology and second‑ and third‑line partners.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide Risk BA / PM support for global payments & movement‑of‑funds projects, focusing on identification & documentation of related activities.
Identify in‑scope applications, evaluate control environment and determine risk‑based prioritisation for uplift requirements.
Determine impact and updates required in relation to SOX and MCA (Manager Control Assessment) activities.
Perform root‑cause analysis of payment‑related operational risk events and how these will be resolved through identified solutions.
Support Ops SMEs in determining key business requirements and documenting key data elements within processing systems to enable rule‑based controls.
Day‑to‑day management of project responsibilities including milestone setting, task and action management, coordination and execution within required timelines and quality expectations.
Support and manage business ad‑hoc queries and requirements.
Foster and maintain relationships with business and technology stakeholders and support engagement in working groups, steercos, and workshops.
Identify key project risks and manage to resolution or escalation as appropriate.
Exercise independence of judgement and autonomy with limited direct supervision.
Apply attention to detail and assess risk when making business decisions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Qualifications & Skills:
Track record as a risk‑focused Business Analyst / Program Manager within the financial services / investment banking industry.
Knowledge of markets operations businesses/functions and payments/movement‑of‑funds workflows and controls is required.
Ability to work independently, multi‑task, and take ownership of various parts of a project.
Able to lead conference calls and produce meeting agendas, materials and minutes.
Highly organized, motivated, self‑starter.
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to clearly document findings and propose solutions.
Strong Excel, PowerPoint and process‑mapping skillsets.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment under tight contractual deadlines.
Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
Willingness to ask questions, challenge the process and seek answers.
Seniority Level:
Mid‑Senior
Employment Type:
Contract
Job Function:
Analyst and Management
Industries:
Banking, Investment Banking, and Financial Services
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