Enterprise Risk Lead - Ownership & Growth

Western Alliance Bank; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Employee volunteer program

Wellness program

Job summary

Western Alliance Bank is seeking an Enterprise Risk Management Team Lead to drive controls testing and risk oversight across enterprise programs. You will lead testing engagements, review workpapers, and prepare concise reports on issues and remediation actions.

This role supports the broader ERM program including RCSA, governance, and policy frameworks. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in controls testing, a related bachelor’s degree, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in controls testing.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
• Intermediate knowledge of banking operations and regulatory obligations.
• Experience across one or more lines of defense (operations, IT, SOX, risk management, audit).
• Familiarity with COSO ERM framework and Basel concepts.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• CIA or CISA certifications preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee testing engagements including design and operating effectiveness of controls and issue determination.
• Review workpapers to ensure support for conclusions and compliance with methodology.
• Prepare reports summarizing testing engagements, issues, and recommendations.
• Support enhancement of enterprise risk programs and governance activities.
• Promote a strong risk culture and elevate risk knowledge among associates.

Skills

Controls testing

Regulatory knowledge

Risk management

Advanced MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

CIA/CISA certifications (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Western Alliance Bank is seeking an Enterprise Risk Management Team Lead to drive controls testing and risk oversight across enterprise programs. You will lead testing engagements, review workpapers, and prepare concise reports on issues and remediation actions.

This role supports the broader ERM program including RCSA, governance, and policy frameworks. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in controls testing, a related bachelor’s degree, and strong communication skills.