Legal/Compliance - AVP, Enterprise Risk Management

Mission-Federal-Credit-Union; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Workplace Award

Remote-friendly role

PTO 18 days + 12 holidays

401(k) match

Benefits package (medical, dental, etc

Personal concierge service

Job summary

Mission Federal Credit Union in San Diego, CA seeks an AVP, Enterprise Risk Management to serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership. You will identify risks, drive governance improvements, and shape growth while balancing innovation and risk across the organization.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, regulatory awareness, and proactive risk culture to support Mission Fed's community-focused goals.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in enterprise risk, audit, compliance, or related function in a regulated financial environment.
• Experience leading enterprise risk assessments and advising senior leadership.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree a plus; professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help leadership understand where the organization faces risk and identify opportunities.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and executive committees to influence strategy.
• Lead initiatives to improve risk management, governance, and decision processes.
• Partner with teams to balance innovation, growth, and risk while achieving goals.
• Prepare the organization for future challenges and foster a risk-aware culture.

Skills

Enterprise risk management

Audit leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Strategic advisory

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

RIMS-CRMP certification

Job description

AVP, Enterprise Risk Management

Hybrid | San Diego, CA

Compensation: $117,000 - $147,000 annually

Actual compensation within this range will bedeterminedby factors including experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and other job-related considerationspermittedby law.

As an AVP, Enterprise Risk Management, you won't just be identifying risks. You'll help shape how Mission Fed grows, innovates, and navigates the future. Think of yourself as a strategic advisor to senior leadership. You'll work closely with executives to identify opportunities, anticipate challenges before they happen, and help the organization make smart, confident decisions.

If you enjoy solving complex business challenges, collaborating with leaders across the organization, and driving meaningful change, you'll thrive in this position!

Why Mission Fed?

Our culture is guided by six core values:

Integrity Service Commitment Teamwork Trust Communication

When you join Mission Fed,you'llbecome part of an award-winning organization that invests in its people, supports professional growth, andremainsdeeply connected to the communities we serve.

What You'll Do

• As a subject matter expert, you'll help leadership understand where the organization faces risk and where opportunities exist, ensuring Mission Fed can continue growing responsibly and successfully.
• It's all about teamwork. You'll regularly collaborate with senior leaders and executive committees, providing insights that influence important business decisions and long-term strategy.
• Being a problem solver and not be afraid to roll up your sleeves! Whether it's navigating regulatory changes, identifying emerging risks, or improving business processes, you'll tackle meaningful challenges that have real organizational impact.
• Bring a forward-thinking perspective since you'll lead initiatives that improve how Mission Fed manages risk, strengthens governance, and makes decisions across the business.
• Being a collaborative relationship builder. You'll partner with teams throughout Mission Fed, helping leaders balance innovation, growth, and risk while achieving their business goals.
• See around corners and prepare the organization for what's next. Your work will help build a proactive, risk-aware culture where employees feel empowered to make informed decisions and contribute to the organization's success.
• This is a great opportunity to really have an impact on an organization and in an established Legal and Compliance Team for a well-respected, established credit union in San Diego County known for its community and member centered focus.

What You'll Bring

• 8+ years of progressive experience in enterprise risk, audit, compliance, legal, or a related function within a regulated financial environment
• Strong track record leading enterprise risk assessments and advising senior leadership
• Experience influencing cross-functional initiatives and operating independently in complex environments
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree a plus
• Relevant professional certification required (RIMS-CRMP preferred; FRM, PRM, CRCM, CRM, or similar accepted)
• Credit union or financial services experience strongly preferred

What We Offer

• A great work environment - our Team Members say so - we've won Top Workplaces 5 years including 2026! (#notsohumblebrag)
• Great team - our Team Members are the best (well we think so!)
• You can’t beat a role in sunny San Diego, but we support fully remote positions too!
• 18 days of PTO in your first year plus 12 holidays a year!
• 6% 401(k) match!
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, etc.
• Personal concierge benefit through Overalls to help support you (100% employer paid)