About the Role

The Senior Risk Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end risk assessments across large-scale initiatives, system implementations, and strategic projects. This role plays a critical part in identifying vulnerabilities, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring alignment with enterprise risk management frameworks.

Combining deep technical expertise with strategic oversight, the successful candidate will partner cross-functionally to deliver actionable insights, enhance risk processes, and support informed decision-making at the executive level.

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Risk Strategy & Assessment

Conduct end-to-end risk assessments across large-scale projects and system implementations

Identify gaps, dependencies, and vulnerabilities within proposed designs and processes

Align initiative-level risks with the broader Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework

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Process Improvement & Framework Ownership

Own and continuously enhance the NIRAP framework to support business growth and evolving regulatory requirements

Drive process maturity by improving risk methodologies and governance structures

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Control Validation & Innovation

Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls across business processes

Develop and implement tools to map controls to end-to-end workflows, ensuring key risk exposures are mitigated

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Reporting & Insights

Develop executive-level dashboards and reporting to track Key Risk Indicators (KRIs)

Translate complex risk data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership

Provide ongoing visibility into risk exposure throughout the project lifecycle

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Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Internal Audit, Compliance, and Business Operations teams

Build strong relationships across multiple lines of defense to drive alignment and influence outcomes

Support organization-wide risk initiatives and strategic priorities

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What You’ll Need

Minimum 8+ years of experience in enterprise, operational, or technology risk management

Professional designations such as FRM, CRM, CPA, or equivalent are strongly preferred

Proven experience conducting complex risk assessments and validating internal controls

Strong ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to executive audiences

Demonstrated ability to collaborate across diverse teams and influence stakeholders

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a high degree of independence

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Compensation

This position offers a competitive rate of $100-$110/hr. Compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

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Project Scope

This role will support multiple new and ongoing strategic initiatives across the organization.

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Vacancy Status

This posting is for an existing vacancy that is currently available to be filled.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence

No artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the screening, assessment, or selection of candidates for this position. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.

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Equal Opportunity

emergiTEL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background, and our hiring process is based solely on skills, experience, and qualifications relevant to the role.