We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Colorado Springs, CO, Charlotte, NC, or Tampa, FL. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

• Provides oversight and manages independent testing plan to ensure compliance with applicable policies/procedures and laws/regulations.
• Develops and performs a risk-based annual test plan in collaboration with second line control partners.
• Oversees operational risk testing activities in accordance with established timelines and high standards of quality.
• Oversees the objective reporting and communication of operational risk test findings and remediation of issues to appropriate partners.
• Prepares and presents executive briefs to internal and external partners.
• Develops and monitors budgetary and/or operation performance of department resources.
• Builds and oversees a team of employees for assigned area through ongoing execution of recruiting, development, retention, coaching and support, performance management, and managerial activities.

What you have:

• Bachelor’s degree; OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• 8 or more years of relevant work experience (internal/external audit, operational risk/compliance testing, quality assurance).
• 3 years of direct team lead or management experience required.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying federal and state laws and regulations and guidance or operational risk principles/concepts.
• Experience working in a highly regulated environment.
• Advanced knowledge of testing techniques and data analysis principles, as well as the ability to interpret subsequent results.
• Previous experience developing executive briefs and presenting to key internal and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels of management.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

What sets you apart:

• Large financial services company experience, supporting human resources, marketing/brand, Chief of Staff and/or Legal office
• Experience leading shared services enterprise testing teams in large financial services, insurance or related highly regulated industries
• Advanced knowledge of internal controls, business risks, and testing techniques
• Skilled in posing effective challenge to executives, management, and staff, while maintaining strong relationships
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to impact and influence
• US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner [optional]