Change Management Governance Lead

Freddie Mac; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Freddie Mac is seeking a seasoned professional to lead Change Management governance within the Business Transformation and Borrower Strategy department. You will guide initiatives through governance, build relationships with stakeholders, and help identify and mitigate risks, directly influencing operational effectiveness and strategic outcomes.

You will also manage communications with internal and external stakeholders, coordinate risk assessments, and create concise executive presentations for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and 8 years of experience in risk management, change management, internal controls, or audit, preferably within financial services or mortgage industry
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in developing positive relationships, instilling trust, and influencing individuals at all levels of an organization
• Confidence in advising colleagues and processing feedback from senior management
• Highly proficient in use of MS software with ability to create materials for an executive audience

Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance with Freddie Mac’s Significant Change Standard for the Business Transformation and Borrower Strategy department
• Effectively managing relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, alignment of objectives, and successful collaboration throughout project lifecycles
• Identifying and assessing risks across the department and developing appropriate controls
• Partnering with the Risk and Controls team to accurately document the quarterly Risk & Control Self-Assessment
• Completing control testing for the department and being the point of contact for Internal Audit requests
• Managing the Delegations of Authority for the division
• Assisting in the day-to-day operations, which includes activities such as reporting for the Board of Directors, FHFA and Senior Leadership, communications, coordination of logistics across multiple teams for events, budgeting
• Completing ad-hoc requests and projects, as needed
• Creating succinct and visually impactful executive presentations

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and it’s at the core of everything we do. Since our charter in 1970, we have made home possible for more than 90 million families across the country. Join an organization where your work contributes to a greater purpose.

Position Overview:

Single-Family Acquisitions is seeking a forward-thinking professional with deep expertise in risk and controls, change-management governance, and executive-level reporting. The ideal candidate excels at managing complex initiatives, driving effective change management, proactively identifying and mitigating risks, and developing clear, compelling materials tailored to diverse audiences. This individual thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Our Impact:

We support the Head of Single-Family Acquisitions and divisional leadership by facilitating integrated decision-making forums that promote cross-functional alignment and minimize operational silos. Our team ensures that priorities are strategically aligned to achieve organizational objectives. Additionally, we are responsible for managing communications with both internal and external stakeholders, as well as overseeing the day-to-day business operations of the Single-Family Acquisitions division.

Your Impact:

In this role, you will establish a Change Management governance framework for the Business Transformation and Borrower Strategy department. You will guide initiatives through the governance process, ensuring adherence to established protocols, and building strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders. Additionally, you will proactively support the team in identifying and mitigating risks. Your work will directly influence the division’s operational effectiveness and strategic outcomes.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring compliance with Freddie Mac’s Significant Change Standard for the Business Transformation and Borrower Strategy department.
• Effectively managing relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, alignment of objectives, and successful collaboration throughout project lifecycles.
• Identifying and assessing risks across the department and developing appropriate controls.
• Partnering with the Risk and Controls team to accurately document the quarterly Risk & Control Self-Assessment.
• Completing control testing for the department and being the point of contact for Internal Audit requests.
• Managing the Delegations of Authority for the division.
• Assisting in the day-to-day operations, which includes activities such as reporting for the Board of Directors, FHFA and Senior Leadership, communications, coordination of logistics across multiple teams for events, budgeting.
• Completing ad-hoc requests and projects, as needed.
• Creating succinct and visually impactful executive presentations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and 8 years of experience in risk management, change management, internal controls, or audit, preferably within financial services or mortgage industry
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in developing positive relationships, instilling trust, and influencing individuals at all levels of an organization
• Confidence in advising colleagues and processing feedback from senior management
• Highly proficient in use of MS software with ability to create materials for an executive audience

Keys to Success in this Role:

• Keen attention to detail, organization, sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy
• Committed to continuous learning, embracing change and innovation
• Work well under pressure in a rapidly changing business environment while producing a high-quality work product
• Ability to lead multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Self-starter eager to take on new roles with increasing responsibility in an environment with changing priorities
• Ability to negotiate, gain acceptance and drive outcomes without directly managing people or processes
• Results-oriented
• Exercise the utmost discretion and preserve confidentiality
• Strong networking and relationship building skills
• Team player with a positive attitude

CA Applicants:

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

We consider all applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical and mental disability, pregnancy, ethnicity, genetic information or any other protected categories under applicable federal, state or local laws. We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

A safe and secure environment is critical to Freddie Mac’s business. This includes employee commitment to our acceptable use policy, applying a vigilance-first approach to work, supporting regulatory mandates, and using best practices to protect Freddie Mac from potential threats and risk. Employees exercise this responsibility by executing against policies and procedures and adhering to privacy & security obligations as required via training programs.

Time-type:Full time

FLSA Status:Exempt

Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $119,000 – $179,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.