Senior Operational Risk Manager – Asset Management

Prudential Financial; The Ironbound (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Wellness programs

Education benefit

Job summary

PGIM Operational Risk Management is seeking a Manager to collaborate with control functions, promote risk awareness, and address operational risks across the PGIM Credit investment capability (Fixed Income and Private Credit). The role emphasizes risk controls, audits, and reporting to senior leadership while partnering with Portfolio Managers and support functions.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in Audit or Operational Risk in asset management, strong communication, and the ability to drive

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Audit and/or Operational Risk Management experience in the asset management industry.
• Experience in a global organization with risk/control self-assessments and KRIs.
• Ability to influence and drive change while maintaining independence.
• Strong ethics and ability to challenge management constructively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed risk assessments and control reviews for existing processes, new products, and initiatives.
• Review incidents and perform root cause analysis with corrective actions.
• Report key operational risks and issues to Senior Management.
• Collect and report KRIs and other risk-related metrics.
• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers and support functions to reinforce risk ownership.
• Act as Internal Audit liaison and assist with SOX and SOC1 reviews.
• Coordinate risk-related actions with Compliance, Legal and Internal Audit.
• Assist with models, AI, and EUCS risk monitoring and governance.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Influence & negotiation

Project management

Oral & written communication

Relationship management

Education

MBA or CFA preferred

Job description

PGIM Operational Risk Management is seeking a Manager to collaborate with control functions, promote risk awareness, and address operational risks across the PGIM Credit investment capability (Fixed Income and Private Credit). The role emphasizes risk controls, audits, and reporting to senior leadership while partnering with Portfolio Managers and support functions.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in Audit or Operational Risk in asset management, strong communication, and the ability to drive