Lead, Governance, Risk and Compliance

U.S. Financial Technology

. Lead, plan, design, oversee, and execute First Line Control Testing .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $132,000 - $156,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and risk management, with a strong focus on compliance training, program development, and stakeholder collaboration. Proficient in analyzing control testing results and optimizing processes to enhance program effectiveness.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementRisk ManagementCompliance Training DevelopmentAnalytical SkillsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Control TestingGap AnalysisData AnalysisProgram ManagementProcess Optimization

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsTroubleshootingRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft TeamsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft VisioJira

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

ComplianceERMGRC ToolFinancial CrimesVendor Assessments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, plan, design, oversee, and execute First Line Control Testing
Analyze control testing results and provide recommendations to management
Lead Compliance and ERM training programs covering approximately 15 internal training requirements
Coordinate training content, delivery, and reporting
Design and develop training content, assess additional training needs, evaluate program effectiveness, and distribute learning materials
Assist with Compliance outreach such as Compliance and Ethics Week
Manage enterprise responses to GSE Vendor Assessments and government surveys
Coordinate Compliance responses to PwC financial audit and SOC requests
Serve as departmental liaison for BCP/DR
Organize the document management system and electronically tag records
Lead the Business Risk and Control Champions Program when requested
Develop agendas and content, track and report initiatives, decisions, and follow-up
Connect business units with ERM and Compliance and foster collaboration
Lead one or two annual Financial Crimes scenario analysis exercises
Serve as program/project manager for Compliance and possibly ERM initiatives, including the GRC tool and special projects such as AI
Develop project and program plans with tasks, deliverables, milestones, and timelines
Track and report project progress, issues, and risks
Perform gap and data analysis to address program deficiencies
Manage and administer special projects based on departmental needs
Report to the Manager, Records Management and Compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
7–8 years of related work experience in project management and/or risk management
Interest in process optimization
Authorized to work in the US without requiring employer sponsorship currently or in the future
Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills
Strong communication and attention to detail
Ability to manage programs and initiatives, identify problems, find solutions, and suggest improvement opportunities
Strong troubleshooting and organizational skills
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to build and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with cross-functional stakeholders
Knowledge of project management tracking and reporting tools
Microsoft Outlook advanced proficiency
Microsoft Word advanced proficiency
Microsoft Teams moderate proficiency
Microsoft Excel moderate proficiency
Microsoft Visio moderate proficiency
Jira moderate proficiency
PMP certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance bonus
401(k) match
Healthcare coverage
Paid time off (PTO)
Broad range of other benefits