Lead Risk Analyst

Threadneedle group; Hinoba-an; Hybrid; PHP 1,187,000 - 1,847,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameriprise India LLP is seeking a Lead Risk Analyst to strengthen the First Line Risk framework through Process Confirmation, RCSA and Control Testing, Access Governance, and Audit/Regulatory Support. The role involves ownership of environment governance, handling SOX/ISAE-related tasks, and collaborating with Technology, Security, Compliance, and Audit teams.

The position emphasizes in-Office collaboration with three days in-office per week and two days work-from-home.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5–7 years of experience in Operational Risk, Controls Testing, Audit, Governance, Compliance, or Risk Management.
• Strong expertise in RCSA, operational risk frameworks, and control testing.
• Hands‑on experience with Workiva, MetricStream, or similar GRC platforms.
• Experience managing user access governance, SoD reviews, entitlement reviews, and access certifications.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

Responsibilities

• Process Confirmation & Governance: Lead reviews with Process Owners and SMEs, maintain inventories, and drive remediation.
• RCSA & Control Testing: Assist with TOD/TOE, develop testing scripts, track remediation of deficiencies.
• Access Governance & Environment Ownership: Act as Environment Owner for designated applications, approve access requests, map roles, and drive remediation.
• Audit & Examination Support: Coordinate responses to internal audits and regulatory exams, gather evidence and tracking.
• Governance & Leadership: Prepare risk reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership.

Skills

RCSA

Control Testing

Access Governance

Audit Support

Workiva

GRC platforms

SoD reviews

Excel

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

MetricStream

AVESKA

IAM platforms

Job description

About Our Company

Ameriprise India LLP has been providing client based financial solutions to help clients plan and achieve their financial objectives for 20 years. We are part of Ameriprise Financial Inc., a US financial planning company headquartered in Minneapolis with a global presence and diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. The firm’s focus areas include Asset Management and Advice, Retirement Planning and Insurance Protection. Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture that rewards you for your contributions, and work with other talented individuals who share your passion for doing great work. You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to make your mark at the office and a difference in your community. So, if you're talented, driven and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares, take the next step and create a career at Ameriprise India LLP.

Job Description

The role is responsible for strengthening the First Line Risk framework through Process Confirmation, RCSA & Control Testing, Access Governance, and Audit/Regulatory Support.

Lead Risk Analyst Band 30 (Process Assurance, Controls Testing & Access Governance)

Key Responsibilities

• Process Confirmation & Governance (30%) – Lead periodic process confirmation reviews with Process Owners and SMEs. Ensure procedures accurately reflect current operating practices and regulatory requirements. Conduct process walkthroughs, identify gaps, and drive remediation. Maintain process inventories, procedure libraries, and governance metrics. Challenge stakeholders where procedures are outdated, incomplete, or inconsistent with actual practices. Facilitate process review workshops and support governance reporting.
• RCSA & Control Testing (30%) – Assist First Line Risk team with RCSA activities and operational risk assessments. Perform Test of Design (TOD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (TOE). Develop testing scripts and evaluate control effectiveness. Track remediation of control deficiencies and testing observations. Support risk assessments, deep dives, and thematic reviews. Manage risk data within Workiva, MetricStream, or similar GRC platforms.
• Access Governance & Environment Ownership (30%) – Act as Environment Owner for designated BCS applications. Review and approve user access requests ensuring compliance with Segregation of Duties (SoD) requirements. Review conflicting access, orphan accounts, entitlement changes, and user transfers. Manage access governance activities through AVESKA and related tools. Perform UAT/UTA testing and role mapping reviews. Drive remediation of access violations and control gaps. Partner with Technology, Security, Compliance, and Audit teams on access-related matters.
• Audit & Examination Support (10%) – Coordinate responses to internal audits, regulatory exams, and assurance reviews. Gather and validate audit evidence and testing documentation. Track findings, corrective actions, and remediation activities. Prepare management reporting and examination status updates.
• Governance & Leadership – Prepare risk reports, dashboards, trend analyses, and presentations for senior leadership. Support Business Control Meetings and other bank governance activities. Influence stakeholders and promote a strong risk and control culture. Serve as a subject matter expert on process governance, control testing, and access management.

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5–7 years of experience in Operational Risk, Controls Testing, Audit, Governance, Compliance, or Risk Management.
• Strong expertise in RCSA, operational risk frameworks, and control testing.
• Hands‑on experience with Workiva, MetricStream, or similar GRC platforms.
• Experience managing user access governance, SoD reviews, entitlement reviews, and access certifications.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CRMA or equivalent.
• Experience with AVESKA and Identity & Access Management (IAM) platforms.
• Banking or Financial Services risk management experience.
• Knowledge of SOX, ISAE, Operational Resilience, and Regulatory Compliance programs.
• Experience with SQL, Access databases, or Risk Analytics tools.

In-Office Collaboration

We are a client‑centric, relationship‑based business. Working together, in‑person, is foundational to how we achieve results. By fostering a culture of face‑to‑face collaboration, idea sharing, productivity and personal connection, we deliver for our stakeholders — clients, advisors, employees and shareholders. Our employees work in the office at least three (3) days per week, with flexibility to work from home two (2) days per week. Some roles may require additional in‑office time or different in‑office expectations, and specific requirements will be discussed during the hiring process.

Full‑Time/Part‑Time Full time Timings (2:00p-10:30p)

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameriprise India LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, family status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.

About Ameriprise

Since 1894, Ameriprise Financial has helped people feel more confident about their financial future. Guided by strong values and a deep commitment to clients, we've remained a trusted leader in financial planning and advice for more than 130 years. Through our businesses, Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance & Annuities, we deliver advice, investment and protection solutions designed for long‑term success. While each business brings distinct capabilities and expertise, all are united by our unwavering focus on clients and a strong financial foundation. For you, that means the opportunity to build a meaningful career in a high‑performing, collaborative culture where your expertise can grow, your contributions are valued and your work can make a real impact. As a global financial services company with three complementary businesses, the breadth of our capabilities sets us apart. It also creates unique opportunities for employees to learn, collaborate and grow their careers: Ameriprise Financial: Financial planning, advice and wealth management. Columbia Threadneedle Investments: Global asset management serving individual, institutional and corporate clients. RiverSource Insurance & Annuities: Products and solutions designed to help clients protect and grow their wealth. Explore opportunities within each business and region below.

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