Temporary Director, Process Risk and Controls Consulting

Ladders; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 275,000 - 329,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Career development

Inclusive workplace culture

Mentorship opportunities

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Ladders seeks a Temporary Director, Process Risk and Controls Consulting in Raleigh, NC to lead engagements in risk, controls, and audit-related services.

You will collaborate with senior executives and external auditors to deliver high-quality work aligned with client strategy, managing relationships and engagement economics.

Strong judgment and financial awareness are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, including significant leadership responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted advisor to clients in life sciences by applying industry knowledge.
• Incorporate client culture and strategy into service delivery to enhance relevance.
• Manage relationships with C-suite executives, board members, and external auditors.
• Review all project deliverables for quality and consistency.
• Oversee engagement economics and adjust strategies to improve financial performance.
• Lead communication strategies and follow established reporting protocols.
• Address complex relationship dynamics with sound judgment.

Skills

Leadership experience

Client advisory

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Temporary Director, Process Risk and Controls Consulting to join the team of a leader in the Legal & Accounting space.

This role will oversee client advisory engagements focused on risk, controls, and audit-related consulting services. The director will work closely with senior executives, board members, external auditors, and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality work that aligns with client strategy and operational needs. This position also requires strong judgment, financial awareness, and the ability to manage complex relationship dynamics while maintaining consistent service standards.

Location: Raleigh, NC - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Compensation: $274,560 – $329,440 annually.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients in the life sciences sector by leveraging industry knowledge
• Incorporate client culture and strategy into service delivery to enhance relevance
• Manage relationships with C-suite executives, board members, and external auditors
• Review all project deliverables for quality and consistency
• Oversee engagement economics, adjusting strategies to improve financial performance
• Lead communication strategies and follow established reporting protocols
• Address complex relationship dynamics using sound judgment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent
• 10+ years of relevant experience, including significant leadership responsibility

Benefits

• Flexibility in work schedule for better work-life balance
• Career development and mentorship opportunities
• Exposure to diverse and inclusive workplace culture
• Supportive environment that values professional growth
• Eligibility for a discretionary bonus based on performance

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.