Compliance and Operational Risk Specialist

Bank of America; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America is seeking a Global Compliance & Operational Risk (GCOR) Analyst to provide second line risk coverage for Consumer and Small Business Product Risk assessments. The role ensures independent oversight of risk assessments, monitoring, testing, and issue validation while guiding the business on regulatory requirements.

The position emphasizes risk management, reporting, and effective challenge to Front Line Units, with a focus on maintaining a comprehensive regulatory inventory and

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in Consumer knowledge and/or Risk
• Bachelor's Degree
• Strong grasp of operational risk concepts and frameworks
• Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills
• Solid project management and organizational capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Self-starter with flexibility and strong drive

Responsibilities

• Assists in assessing risks, associated controls and their effectiveness, while driving compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, adhering to policies, and developing reporting and documentation
• Engages in activities to provide support to the Compliance and Operational Risk teams in order to provide independent compliance and operational risk oversight of Front Line Unit or Control Function performance and any related third party/vendor relationships in alignment with the Global Compliance - Enterprise Policy, the Operational Risk Management - Enterprise Policy (collectively the Policies) and the Compliance and Operational Risk Management Program and Standard Operating Procedures
• Assists in identifying and escalating problems or issues that arise and drives actions to address the root causes that lead to compliance risk issues and/or operational risk losses
• Assists in the development of independent risk management reporting for respective area(s) of coverage as input into management routines
• Assists in responding to regulatory inquiries and other audits and examinations
• Monitors the regulatory environment to identify regulatory changes applicable to area(s) of coverage and maintains a comprehensive regulatory inventory

Skills

Monitoring, Surveillance, Testing

Process Management

Regulatory Compliance

Reporting

Risk Management

Attention to Detail

Critical Thinking

Interpret Relevant Laws, Rules, andReg

Issue Management

Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines

Active Listening

Advisory

Business Process Analysis

Written Communications

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.

We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.

Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role‑specific responsibilities and business needs.

At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

Job Description:

This role is a Global Compliance & Operational Risk (GCOR) Analyst responsible for second line risk coverage of Consumer and Small Business Product Risk assessments. The role provides independent oversight and effective challenge to the Front Line Unit (FLU), including review of the Single Process Inventory (SPI) and alignment of risks, controls, and metrics.

Key responsibilities include oversight of risk assessments, monitoring, testing, and issue validation; ensuring effective control performance and remediation; and guiding the business on regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Assists in assessing risks, associated controls and their effectiveness, while driving compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, adhering to policies, and developing reporting and documentation
• Engages in activities to provide support to the Compliance and Operational Risk teams in order to provide independent compliance and operational risk oversight of Front Line Unit or Control Function performance and any related third party/vendor relationships in alignment with the Global Compliance - Enterprise Policy, the Operational Risk Management - Enterprise Policy (collectively the Policies) and the Compliance and Operational Risk Management Program and Standard Operating Procedures
• Assists in identifying and escalating problems or issues that arise and drives actions to address the root causes that lead to compliance risk issues and/or operational risk losses
• Assists in the development of independent risk management reporting for respective area(s) of coverage as input into management routines
• Assists in responding to regulatory inquiries and other audits and examinations
• Monitors the regulatory environment to identify regulatory changes applicable to area(s) of coverage and maintains a comprehensive regulatory inventory

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years experience in specific Consumer knowledge and/or Risk experience
• Bachelors Degree
• Strong grasp of operational risk concepts and frameworks
• Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills
• Solid project management and organizational capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Self-starter with flexibility and strong drive

Skills:

• Monitoring, Surveillance, and Testing
• Process Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Reporting
• Risk Management
• Attention to Detail
• Critical Thinking
• Interpret Relevant Laws, Rules, and Regulations
• Issue Management
• Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines Management
• Active Listening
• Advisory
• Business Process Analysis
• Written Communications

Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:

40