Lead Operational Risk Associate

Summary

Join Protective and be a part of a company that impacts millions of lives by providing protection and peace of mind. This Operational Risk Oversight role reports to the Head of Technology, Cyber, and Data Risk Management and will be critical in developing an industry-leading program. You will work with senior leaders across business lines, influencing strategy and execution of key initiatives while ensuring risk management aligns with business objectives. The role requires significant experience in operational risk management and strong communication and presentation skills. Protective offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Requirements

• 7-10 years’ experience in Audit, Operational Risk Management, or Control & Governance
• Excellent communication skills – presentation, verbal, and written
• Ability to function independently and drive results
• Strong presentation, influence, and negotiation skills
• Strong understanding of financial services and 3-lines of defense model
• Bachelor’s/University degree in a business major or 5+ years of relevant risk, control, or audit experience

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of Operational Risk Framework across the firm for multiple risk disciplines
• Establish and ensure adherence to operational risk frameworks and policies
• Independently oversee and consult on business strategies and initiatives
• Independently identify and assess risk related to business processes, activities, and assets
• Provide support to identification, review, challenge, and oversight of issue remediation
• Support business in identification and categorization of operational loss events
• Participate in the development and maturation of risk appetite statements
• Develop and produce risk profiles along with supporting metrics and reporting for key non-technical risks i.e. Human Capital, Third Party, Processing, etc
• Review and challenge front line risk management practices and artifacts

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in risk and / or compliance (laws, rules and regulations) is a plus
• Insurance industry experience preferred

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Mental health benefits and an employee assistance program
• Paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day
• Contributions to healthcare accounts
• A pension plan
• A 401(k) plan with Company matching
• ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards
• Annual incentive based on individual and Company performance
• Cash compensation as part of a sales incentive plan (SIP)