Operational Risk Manager - Operational Resilience (CERT, BCP, IR) Job at Sammons Financial Group (West Des Moines)

Job Responsibility

Leads the execution of risk identification, assessment, mitigation strategies and control testing across the organization
Support the development, implementation and maintenance of risk management frameworks, including risk taxonomy and risk appetite structures
Execute initiatives for Key Risk Indicator (KRI) measurement to continuously monitor and manage organizational risks
Maintain accountability for clear and consistent communication across risk management projects, ensuring transparency and strategic alignment
Coordinate project planning and portfolio management, coordinating multiple risk-related projects to ensure alignment with strategic priorities and executed efficiently
Support the execution of Risk Management activities and serve as a risk management subject matter expert
Execute program management of strategic, large and/or multiple risk-related projects
Support regulatory and emerging risk initiatives
Assist in developing, implementing and maintaining ongoing updates and evolution of risk policies, procedures and reporting
Administer and evolve Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) frameworks
Oversee the execution of key risk programs (i.e. business continuity (BC), third-party risk management (TPRM))
Execute project planning and portfolio management tasks
Support the development and reporting of performance metrics
Maintain a comprehensive set of KRIs to monitor emerging risks continuously
Analyze KRI data to identify potential threats and opportunities
Provide regular updates on ERM roadmap progress
Deliver and reinforce risk training programs
Facilitate change management processes
Maintain clear and effective communication with program teams
Reinforce commitment to internal controls processes
Commitment to embrace Sammons Financial Group Companies shared values
Participate in other initiatives and/or projects as necessary

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Finance or related field Preferred
Minimum 5 years' program management, specifically in risk management, financial services or related fields such as business continuity planning, governance, risk and compliance, or third-party risk management (TPRM) Preferred
Minimum 3 years' experience in the financial services industry Preferred
High attention to detail, organized with a demonstrated ability to manage and influence multiple organizational priorities simultaneously
Strong informal leadership, negotiation and interpersonal skills
proven ability to build effective internal and external relationships and effectively influence individuals at all levels
Excellent analytical skills, including problem solving and strategic thinking skills with an aptitude for leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) in risk assessments
Excel in change management by leading organizational transformations through comprehensive communication plans demonstrating exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills
Proven ability to manage conflict resolution
Demonstrated strong technical aptitude, experience in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, PowerBI and industry leading GRC systems (i.e. Auditboard or Archer)
Team player with strong collaboration skills including motivating and building trust among peers and senior leaders, encouraging respect and optimizing collaboration
Familiarity with regulatory risk requirements such as Own, Risk and Solvency Assessment (ORSA), Commercial Insurer’s Solvency Assessment (CISSA), National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NACI), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and other data privacy and financial regulations
PMP or CAPM Preferred
CRMP or PMI-RMP Preferred
CBCP Preferred
CTPRP Preferred
Criminal background check required

Nice to have

PMP or CAPM
CRMP or PMI-RMP
CBCP
CTPRP

What we offer

Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family, including Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA & FSA options, and term life insurance
Competitive compensation with a performance-based incentive program tied to clear goals and individual and/or company success
100% company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) plus automatic enrollment in our 401(k)
Friday afternoons off year-round, generous paid time off, and paid holidays
Paid development time, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities
Volunteer time off, and company nonprofit matching gift program

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