Legal/Compliance - AVP, Enterprise Risk Management

Mission Fed•San Diego, CA

7d•$117,000 - $147,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As an AVP, Enterprise Risk Management, this is a highly visible role. You’ll partner closely with the General Counsel and senior leadership to shape, evolve, and elevate our enterprise risk management program—ensuring it drives smarter decisions, stronger governance, and sustainable growth. Mission Fed is an award-winning organization that invests in its people, supports professional growth, and remains deeply connected to the communities we serve.

Requirements

8+ years of progressive experience in enterprise risk, audit, compliance, legal, or a related function within a regulated financial environment
Strong track record leading enterprise risk assessments and advising senior leadership
Experience influencing cross-functional initiatives and operating independently in complex environments
Bachelor’s degree required
Relevant professional certification required (RIMS-CRMP preferred; FRM, PRM, CRCM, CRM, or similar accepted)
Credit union or financial services experience strongly preferred

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree a plus

Responsibilities

Lead the ongoing development and maturity of the ERM program, aligning it with business strategy, regulatory expectations, and industry best practices
Partner with senior leadership to evolve the ERM framework, risk appetite, and governance structure
Drive strategic ERM initiatives and continuous improvement across tools, processes, and platforms
Design and lead enterprise-wide risk assessments, including risk identification, scoring, aggregation, and reporting
Deliver actionable insights to senior leadership, committees, and stakeholders to support decision-making
Monitor emerging risks, industry trends, and regulatory developments—and translate them into strategic recommendations
Lead key ERM governance activities, including dashboards, reporting, and committee materials
Oversee risk and control assessments to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with risk appetite
Partner cross-functionally to embed risk management practices into day-to-day operations
Serve as a trusted advisor to business and control partners on risk and governance matters
Lead cross-functional initiatives such as policy standardization, governance enhancements, and product risk reviews
Build strong relationships and drive alignment without direct authority
Support ERM training and awareness programs across the organization
Promote a proactive, risk-informed mindset at all levels