Operational Risk & Controls Specialist

Susquehanna International Group, LLP; Bala Cynwyd (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Susquehanna International Group, LLP is seeking a highly organized professional to support the development and execution of its Internal Controls and Operational Risk Management framework. You will work hands-on with enterprise risk processes, control testing, risk reporting, and incident tracking.

The role emphasizes managing and documenting risk controls, supporting RCSAs, and maintaining risk dashboards for senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in operational risk, compliance, audit, or a related operational role.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with risk concepts and controls (preventive vs. detective).
• Visa sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing control testing and walkthroughs to assess design and effectiveness.
• Maintain the internal control library and documentation (narratives, risk/control matrices).
• Support facilitation of Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) with first-line teams.
• Record, track, and help analyze operational incidents and loss events.
• Run scenario analysis.
• Collect and maintain risk and control data in internal systems.
• Prepare dashboards, scorecards, and risk reports for senior stakeholders.
• Monitor and escalate Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
• Log and follow up on risk issues, remediation plans, and audit findings.
• Review vendor risk data, business continuity documentation, and third-party controls.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Prioritization

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

Susquehanna International Group, LLP is seeking a highly organized professional to support the development and execution of its Internal Controls and Operational Risk Management framework. You will work hands-on with enterprise risk processes, control testing, risk reporting, and incident tracking.

The role emphasizes managing and documenting risk controls, supporting RCSAs, and maintaining risk dashboards for senior stakeholders.