Enterprise Risk Leader & Governance Strategist

Paycom - ATS; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS is seeking a Chief Risk Officer to lead enterprise risk management, internal audit, and third-party risk programs. You will partner with executives to identify and manage strategic, operational, financial, regulatory, and technology risks, while reporting to the Audit & Risk Committee and Board.

The role requires a deep understanding of ERM, internal controls, risk-based audits, and regulatory reporting, with strong communication and leadership to drive governance and resilience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Compliance, Legal, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in the risk management field with finance and business compliance knowledge.
• Strong knowledge of ERM principles, internal controls, risk-based auditing, third-party risk management, insurance regulation, and corporate governance.
• Excellent written, verbal, facilitation, and presentation skills for executives and regulators.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously improve Enterprise Risk Management governance and framework.
• Oversee internal audit activities and coordinate with Audit & Risk Committee.
• Manage third-party risk framework across vendor lifecycle and ensure timely risk identification.
• Coordinate ORSA reporting and risk disclosures with Finance, Legal, Compliance, and executives.
• Lead Business Continuity planning, testing, and incident response activities.
• Direct corporate insurance programs and loss-control efforts with brokers and insurers.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Leadership

Project and vendor management

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Compliance, Legal, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Paycom - ATS is seeking a Chief Risk Officer to lead enterprise risk management, internal audit, and third-party risk programs. You will partner with executives to identify and manage strategic, operational, financial, regulatory, and technology risks, while reporting to the Audit & Risk Committee and Board.

The role requires a deep understanding of ERM, internal controls, risk-based audits, and regulatory reporting, with strong communication and leadership to drive governance and resilience