Senior Analyst, Operational Risk Management (Hybrid)

Transamerica; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Transamerica is seeking an Operational Risk professional to support day-to-day risk management activities across the company’s business and technology landscape. The role emphasizes identification, assessment, monitoring and reporting of key risks to help sustain business objectives.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and at least four years of experience in operational risk or internal controls, with strong communication skills and the ability to interact

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in operational risk management or internal controls, or experience in an operational role with working knowledge of operational risk management or internal controls.
• Knowledge of risk management principles including process flows, risk and control identification, testing and monitoring.
• Ability to present and interact with various levels of management.

Responsibilities

• Participate in risk assessments across assigned business groups.
• Participate in process design reviews and identify areas for improvement to increase efficiency and quality.
• Carry out action plan status reporting and monitoring, and assist with root cause analysis.
• Assist process owners during the development of action plans to assess adequacy of actions taken by management.
• Participate in the execution of Process Risk Assessments.
• Participate in and support management control testing efforts.
• Collaborate with peers in the Risk Management function, and various partners and stakeholders throughout the organization.
• Navigate company Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) tool to record, update and report on various risk issues, risk events, action plans, etc.

Skills

Operational risk experience

Internal controls

Relationship building

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or relevant field

Tools

Power BI

Advanced Excel

Job description

About Us

At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.

Job Family

Operational Risk

About Us

At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.

Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment - one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.

Who We Are

We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life.

Today, we're part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what's important to them.

We're empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good - for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.

What We Do

Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs. Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It's part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com.

Job Description Summary

Support the day-to-day execution of the Transamerica Operational Risk Management activities including identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting of key risks across the company business and technology landscape.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Participate in risk assessments across assigned business groups.
• Participate in process design reviews and identify areas for improvement to increase efficiency and quality.
• Carry out action plan status reporting and monitoring, and assist with root cause analysis.
• Assist process owners during the development of action plans to assess adequacy of actions taken by management.
• Participate in the execution of Process Risk Assessments.
• Participate in and support management control testing efforts.
• Collaborate with peers in the Risk Management function, and various partners and stakeholders throughout the organization (e.g. line and functional management, compliance, IT, Internal Audit).
• Navigate company Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) tool to record, update and report on various risk issues, risk events, action plans, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or relevant field
• Four years of experience in operational risk management or internal controls, or experience in an operational role with working knowledge of operational risk management or internal controls
• Experience in operational risk management, internal controls, audit, or equivalent field
• Good knowledge and experience with risk management principles and techniques including development of process flows, identification and assessment of risks and controls, testing and monitoring procedures, and development of related metrics
• Ability to present and interact with various levels of management
• Ability to build relationships with people at all levels
• Excellent oral/written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and/or experience in the insurance or financial services industry
• Data Analytics experience, particularly Power BI or advanced Excel
• CPA
• CIA
• CISA

Compensation

• The Salary for this position generally ranges between $80,000 - $95,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.
• Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company's discretion.

Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U