Senior Business Controls Specialist

Bank of America

. Support the Preferred Controls Proactive Risk Identification team .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $71,500 - $107,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Risk Mitigation and Controls Development, with strong capabilities in Quality Assurance practices and statistical analysis to identify trends. Proven ability to drive strategic initiatives and enhance client experience through effective communication and organizational skills.

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Risk MitigationQuality AssuranceStatistical AnalysisStrong Communication SkillsBrokerage Industry Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentPerformance Metrics TrackingControls ImplementationTesting AutomationProcess Efficiency

Soft Skills

Strong Organization SkillsNegotiating SkillsSelf-StarterAccountability Driving

Tools & Technologies

PowerPointExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

Series 7Series 66Series 9/10

Industry Keywords

BrokerageBankingInternal PoliciesCorporate AuditBusiness Controls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Preferred Controls Proactive Risk Identification team
Create a best-in-class client experience and risk controls environment
Drive enterprise engagement to identify and execute strategic opportunities for key controls implementation and mitigation
Complete Preferred Tactical Risk Assessments (PTRAT)
Drive strategic and cross-team initiatives, including process efficiency and risk mitigation opportunities
Track and monitor performance metrics for team and organizational opportunities
Oversee the design and effectiveness of the risk and control environment
Support monitoring and testing of controls by evaluating data to identify issues and control improvements
Implement optimized controls and enhanced Quality Assurance practices
Conduct and coordinate quality inspection reviews
Perform QA activities, including executing controls, managing cases, and reporting results
Identify potential testing automation, procedural updates, thematic trends, test script updates, and coaching opportunities
Support regulatory exams, internal audits, monitoring and inspection reviews, and governance dashboard reporting

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong communications/presentations skills
Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills with ability to tell story on paper at executive level
Demonstrated ability to track and drive execution on priorities, including driving accountability across lines of business and peer group
Self-starter able to work independently, with minimal oversight and guidance
Strong organization skills, including the ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize and meet deadlines
Ability to provide statistical analysis to identify trends and outlier metrics
Knowledge of brokerage and/or banking industry, internal policies and procedures, and mitigation strategies
Ability to influence others with effective negotiating skills
Familiarity with Risk Mitigation and Controls Development
Prior experience in a Risk or Control Function
Series 7, 66 and 9/10 a plus
Previous management and/or audit experience preferred
Business Controls, Quality Assurance or Corporate Audit experience a plus
First shift availability
Ability to work 40 hours per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Affordable, competitive and flexible benefits
Support for physical, emotional, and financial wellness
Opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact
Annual discretionary incentive plan eligibility
Benefits eligibility
Paid time off
Resources and support for employees