Charles Schwab
Senior Manager, Workplace Services Business Unit Risk
Charles Schwab, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Senior Manager, Workplace Services Business Unit Risk
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Senior Manager, Workplace Services Business Unit Risk
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Charles Schwab
At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us challenge the status quo and transform the finance industry together.
We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.
Business Unit (BU) Risk provides first line risk management support to the four business units in Workplace Services (WS): Retirement Plan Services, Retirement Business Services, Stock Plan Services, and Designated Brokerage Services. The BU Risk Senior Manager will be responsible for implementation of initiatives related to both existing and emerging risks. This role will also help identify areas for process improvement to limit risk to the firm and improve client experience. This role will require excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong analytical skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with numerous business partners across the entire organization.
Responsibilities
Acting as the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) and Issue Management Facilitator, working with senior leaders to manage RCSA changes and issue creation/closure.
Leading partnership with Risk and Control Assurance Testing (RCAT); primary point of contact for testing engagements.
Overseeing escalations, including Risk Events, from the business and assessing BU Risk response.
Coordinating efforts with key business partners in the management of WS BU Risk initiatives.
Providing project updates and status to key stakeholders.
Providing consultation, facilitation, and analytical support to ensure internal controls are properly implemented to provide flawless participant and client service and compliance with regulatory obligations.
Collaborating with executives and management to create, sustain, and strengthen the internal control framework through risk identification and control design and implementation.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in risk management or similar roles.
Ability to work independently and proactively, with minimum guidance.
Strong project management skills, ability to multitask and prioritize based on risk/business needs.
Experience performing audits, risk assessments, and reviewing and developing key processes and controls.
Experience presenting and communicating to Executive Management.
Ability to effectively work and collaborate with technical and non-technical resources.
Excellent time management and organizational skills, with sense of urgency and proactive approach.
Solid business acumen, attention to detail, flexibility and judgement to evaluate high complexity issues and make sound decisions.
Preferred Qualifications
RCSA experience.
What’s in it for you At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility with our belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
Benefits
401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
Paid parental leave and family building benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
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Senior Manager, Workplace Services Business Unit Risk
role at
Charles Schwab
At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us challenge the status quo and transform the finance industry together.
We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.
Business Unit (BU) Risk provides first line risk management support to the four business units in Workplace Services (WS): Retirement Plan Services, Retirement Business Services, Stock Plan Services, and Designated Brokerage Services. The BU Risk Senior Manager will be responsible for implementation of initiatives related to both existing and emerging risks. This role will also help identify areas for process improvement to limit risk to the firm and improve client experience. This role will require excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong analytical skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with numerous business partners across the entire organization.
Responsibilities
Acting as the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) and Issue Management Facilitator, working with senior leaders to manage RCSA changes and issue creation/closure.
Leading partnership with Risk and Control Assurance Testing (RCAT); primary point of contact for testing engagements.
Overseeing escalations, including Risk Events, from the business and assessing BU Risk response.
Coordinating efforts with key business partners in the management of WS BU Risk initiatives.
Providing project updates and status to key stakeholders.
Providing consultation, facilitation, and analytical support to ensure internal controls are properly implemented to provide flawless participant and client service and compliance with regulatory obligations.
Collaborating with executives and management to create, sustain, and strengthen the internal control framework through risk identification and control design and implementation.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in risk management or similar roles.
Ability to work independently and proactively, with minimum guidance.
Strong project management skills, ability to multitask and prioritize based on risk/business needs.
Experience performing audits, risk assessments, and reviewing and developing key processes and controls.
Experience presenting and communicating to Executive Management.
Ability to effectively work and collaborate with technical and non-technical resources.
Excellent time management and organizational skills, with sense of urgency and proactive approach.
Solid business acumen, attention to detail, flexibility and judgement to evaluate high complexity issues and make sound decisions.
Preferred Qualifications
RCSA experience.
What’s in it for you At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility with our belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
Benefits
401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
Paid parental leave and family building benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Charles Schwab by 2x
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