Senior Manager, Business Risk

Transamerica

. Lead end-to-end business risk activities, including risk assessments, control evaluations, control testing, monitoring, remediation efforts, and identification of emerging risks and thematic risk trends .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $170,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in risk management, including risk assessments, control evaluations, and remediation strategies, while effectively collaborating with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and quality outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Risk ManagementControl TestingOperational Risk ManagementAnalytical SkillsProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentsControl EvaluationsControl TestingRemediation StrategiesProcess MappingRoot Cause AnalysisRisk ReportingOperational EfficiencyGovernance ActivitiesCompliance Disciplines

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailProblem-Solving SkillsRelationship-BuildingCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Risk Reporting DashboardsAutomation Opportunities

Industry Keywords

Operational Risk ManagementInternal ControlsAuditComplianceBusiness Risk Activities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end business risk activities, including risk assessments, control evaluations, control testing, monitoring, remediation efforts, and identification of emerging risks and thematic risk trends
Support risk management activities for major PS&SI business initiatives, strategic projects, process changes, and transformation efforts
Assess potential risk impacts and develop mitigation strategies
Recommend process and control improvements to strengthen risk mitigation, operational efficiency, and quality outcomes
Manage risk issue activities, including identification, impact assessment, root cause analysis, action planning, validation, remediation tracking, and reporting
Challenge process and business owners on risk decisions, control design, and remediation plans
Advise business leaders on complex risk matters and provide recommendations for informed decision-making
Provide guidance on process reviews, process mapping, control design, documentation and control gaps, new controls, and automation opportunities
Develop and maintain risk reporting dashboards and management reporting
Partner with operations, technology, compliance, legal, and second line risk stakeholders to promote a strong risk and control environment
Travel to support risk assessments, stakeholder meetings, project initiatives, and other business risk activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field
Eight years of experience in risk management, operational risk management, internal controls, audit or compliance disciplines
Experience leading operational risk management, internal controls, audit, compliance, or governance activities
Expertise in control testing and operating effectiveness assessments
Knowledge of risk management principles, including risk assessments, process flows, control evaluation, testing, monitoring, and remediation
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risk trends and evaluate changing risk levels
Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Sound judgment and problem-solving skills
Ability to effectively present information and interact with all levels of management
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration sponsorship
Moderate travel 10 to 25%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service
Ten (10) paid holidays per year
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs