QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS

• 5+ years of experience in risk management, control testing, compliance, or data analytics within a financial services environment
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, changing environment and to adapt while focusing on key goals and objectives
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., OCC, CFPB, FDIC) and operational risk management principles.
• Proven ability to design and execute data-driven testing strategies and translate findings into business outcomes.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools and platforms (e.g., SQL, Python, Tableau, Power BI).
• Exceptional communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership and regulatory bodies.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven proficiency with numbers and analytics, experience in analyzing large amounts of data, and an ability to translate that data into business insights
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, Data Analytics, or related field (Master’s preferred)

• Lead the design and execution of advanced control testing programs across multiple business lines, including Retail, Private Client, and Enterprise Risk.
• Develop and implement data-informed testing strategies using internal performance metrics, external risk trends, and regulatory developments.
• Construct statistically sound testing methodologies, including sample design, confidence level determination, and root cause analysis.
• Analyze large, complex data sets to identify risk patterns, control gaps, and cross-functional themes that impact customer experience and regulatory compliance.
• Present findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership, using data visualization and storytelling to drive decision-making.
• Collaborate with Risk, Compliance, Legal, and Business Line partners to ensure testing programs are comprehensive, agile, and aligned with enterprise risk appetite.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on enterprise risk and control testing, contributing to initiatives such as complaint oversight and regulatory compliance testing.
• Utilize advanced analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Python, Tableau, Power BI) to extract, manipulate, and visualize data for testing and reporting purposes.
• Manage documentation and reporting processes, including Workiva/W-Desk, Verint and AWS templates and audit-ready test plans.
• Coordinate with Monitoring & Testing, Internal Audit, Compliance Assurance external examiners to ensure timely, accurate, and data-supported responses.