Operational Controls Tester -VP

Crédit Agricole; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Operational Controls Tester to join their Risk Division in New York. In this pivotal role, you will assist in testing operational controls, ensuring compliance with industry standards while working closely with control owners. Your analytical skills and attention to detail will be essential in assessing control effectiveness and developing comprehensive reports. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a robust risk framework in a dynamic environment, making a significant impact on the organization's operational integrity and excellence.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in financial services with knowledge of Corporate Investment Banking.
• Experience in controls testing and internal audit.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead control testing reviews for timely delivery.
• Assess design and operational effectiveness of controls.

Skills

Controls testing experience

Strong attention to detail

Analytical skills

MS Excel

PowerPoint skills

Communication skills

Time management

Team spirit

Education

Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree

Finance/Business

Job description

General information

EntityAbout Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)

Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment banking arm of Crédit Agricole Group, the 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2022).
8,600 employees in more than 30 countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, the Middle-East and North Africa, support the Bank's clients, meeting their financial needs throughout the world.
Crédit Agricole CIB offers its large corporate and institutional clients a range of products and services in capital market activities, investment banking, structured finance, commercial banking and international trade.
The Bank is a pioneer in the area of climate finance, and is currently a market leader in this segment with a complete offer for all its clients.
By working every day in the interest of society, we are a Group committed to diversity and inclusion and place people at the heart of all our transformations. All our job offersare open to persons with disabilities.


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By working every day in the interest of society, we are a group committed to diversity and inclusion. All our positions are open to people with disabilities.Reference2025-100171Publication date06/05/2025Business type

Types of Jobs - Risk Management / Control

Job title

Operational Controls Tester -VP

Contract type

Permanent Contract

Expected start date

30/06/2025

Management position

No

Job summary

Summary

Position based in New York, within the Risk Division, which is a 2nd LOD function, to assist the Operational Risk team in testing operational controls, identified as part of the annual Risk Control Self-Assessment (“RCSA”). The testing will validate the control design and operational effectiveness. The individual will need to manage, monitor, and deliver control testing in line with the CUSO Risk Testing and Monitoring Policy.

Required Responsibilities

As member of NY-ORM Control Testing Team you will:

• Plan and lead fieldwork for control testing reviews for timely delivery of the test plan while minimizing the impact on the business line / support function that owns the controls
• Ensure testing is conducted according to CUSO Risk Testing and Monitoring Policy
• Assess the test of design and operational effectiveness of these controls and record results
• Work closely with control owners and other stakeholders to agree on control testing outcomes
• Assist control owners and stakeholders to identify issues and remedial actions, where appropriate.
• Develop aggregated reporting of testing results for multiple levels of stakeholders
• Establish and maintain a repository of testing artifacts
  

Additional Responsibilities

NY ORM is consistently strengthening its risk framework to provide effective monitoring and meet industry best practices. As such, the team member will also:

• Assist in refining the testing methodology and provide suggestions on enhancements

Salary Range: $150k-$175k

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Geographical area

America, United States Of America

City

NEW YORK

Candidate criteria

Minimal education level

Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent

Academic qualification / Speciality

Education Essential: BA/BS degree

Education Desirable: Preferably in Finance/Business

Level of minimal experience

3-5 years

Experience

Experience Essential: 3 - 5 years’ experience in financial services industry knows and understands Corporate Investment Banking (CIB) products and services

Required skills

Specialist Training Essential: Controls testing experience, internal control or internal audit

Specialist Training Desirable: Preferably in Corporate Investment Banking products and services

Competencies Essential:

• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical skills
• Strong MS Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Good time management skills with the ability to be Resourceful in identifying issues / trends, following up and resolving issues
• Strong team spirit and work ethic
  

Competencies Desirable:Preferably with knowledge of commercial banking and financing transaction lifecycle including but not limited to

• Asset-based lending,
• Trade Finance,
• Distressed Assets, etc.

Skills and Knowledge Essential: Control testing methodology

Skills and Knowledge Desirable: Preferred Risk or Audit qualifications: CRISC, CISM, CISA, CISSP, CIA or equivalent

Languages

Proficiency in English (both written and verbal)