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Operational Risk Analyst III - Hybrid

Job Title: Operational Risk Analyst III - Hybrid

Job ID: 27771532

Location: Vienna, VA, 22180

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Description

Location: Vienna, Virginia

Role Overview

The Operational Risk Analyst III is a senior-level position responsible for managing complex operational risk initiatives, overseeing compliance monitoring platforms, and serving as a key liaison between operational risk, internal audit, regulatory compliance, and external regulators. This role requires advanced analytical capabilities, strong project management skills, and the ability to influence management decision-making across organizational boundaries.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and update operational risk procedural manuals, job aides, and tools to ensure current and accurate documentation
Oversee the most complex and highly specialized risk projects, providing advanced analysis and guidance
Serve as liaison with Internal Audit, Regulatory Compliance, and External Regulators to ensure adherence with enterprise and compliance risk management requirements
Act as the primary operational risk point of contact for external examination preparation and ad hoc projects
Administer and oversee the compliance monitoring platform and data entry to ensure adherence with regulatory government agency requirements
Monitor lower-level analysts' corrective action target dates and oversee implementation of corrective actions to ensure prompt remediation and control implementation in coordination with internal and external audit examinations
Lead and assist in leading complex and difficult tasks of significant impact and latitude requiring advanced analysis
Review, maintain, and document process narratives, workflows, and controls for new and existing processes
Monitor and manage remediation action plans to address issues and events in coordination with management
Present audit summaries and findings to senior management and impacted departments, discuss deficiencies, and communicate required corrective actions
Collaborate with applicable business partners throughout the audit process to enhance the overall audit and regulatory change management experience
Conduct preliminary research to document potential audit findings, analyzing impact and probability, understanding processes and workflows, and identifying key risks and controls

Required Qualifications

Proficiency with audit exams and process flows to effectively manage and coordinate audits at each stage
Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and solving complicated audit issues
Ability to take initiative to identify gaps in operational processes and provide creative solutions
Advanced communication and presentation skills with the ability to collaborate with various business partners and resolve challenging situations
Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity at all times
Advanced knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations, company policies, and industry best practices
Significant experience managing multi-faceted projects simultaneously with cross-departmental impact
Proven ability to plan, organize, and effectively execute risk mitigation and process improvement initiatives
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey findings, conclusions, and recommendations clearly and concisely
Proven ability to influence, instruct, and build consensus with internal and external business partners and stakeholders
Proven ability to influence management decision-making
Advanced knowledge of products, services, processes, requirements, and systems related to real estate lending
Ability to comprehend, analyze, interpret, communicate, and apply government and financial industry regulations, principles, practices, and company instructions, procedures, and policies
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Significant experience collaborating across organizational boundaries and building partnerships across various functions
Significant experience managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goals
Expert organizational, planning, and time management skills
Expert research and analytical skills
Expert communication and negotiation skills with ability to exercise good judgment and tact in dealing with senior management
Expert skill maintaining accuracy with attention to detail and meeting deadlines
Expert customer service focus and relationship management skills
Expert skill using innovative thinking to solve problems and facilitate the decision-making process
Advanced word processing and spreadsheet software skills
Advanced presentation software skills

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with third-party tools: LogicManager, Asana, Azure DevOps, and ServiceNow; capable of assisting in the configuration and enhancement of audit databases including LogicManager, Azure DevOps (ADO), and ServiceNow
Project Management Professional (PMP) or other applicable project management certification
Advanced knowledge of operational and regulatory risk controls, concepts, and practices
Working knowledge of financial services functions, philosophy, operations, and organizational objectives
Advanced knowledge of state and federal laws, industry regulations, principles, practices, and company policies that govern the business unit's products and services
Compliance certification such as NCCO or CRCM
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Auditing, or related field, or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
Master's Degree in related field or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience

About This Role

This position is critical to our client's operational risk management framework. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional analytical capabilities, strong leadership presence, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. The role requires someone who can balance detailed compliance requirements with strategic risk management initiatives while maintaining strong relationships across the organization and with external regulators.

CC Pace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws.

CC Pace are committed to employing only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States. For us to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees, as a condition of employment, must cmplete the Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and provide documentation that establishes identity and authorization to work. E-Verify will be used for employment verification as part of your onboarding process.

CC Pace values integrity throughout our hiring process. As part of our standard verification procedures, candidates will be asked to provide documentation confirming employment history, education, and work authorization.