Director, ORM Methodology and Reporting
About The Position
As Transamerica continues to strengthen and evolve its Operational Risk Management (ORM) program, we are creating a new leadership opportunity to drive the next phase of our methodology and reporting capabilities. The Director of ORM Methodology and Reporting will play a pivotal role in shaping how operational risk is identified, assessed, monitored, and communicated across the enterprise. This highly visible role will lead the development and enhancement of ORM methodologies, standards, and reporting practices, translating complex risk information into clear, decision-useful insights for senior leadership, risk committees, and the Board. The successful candidate will partner closely with business leaders and risk professionals across the organization to strengthen risk management practices, advance reporting capabilities, and support a resilient, risk-aware culture. This position offers a unique opportunity to help shape a growing function, influence enterprise risk strategy, and contribute to the continued maturity of Operational Risk Management at Transamerica.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or relevant field
- 12 years of experience in operational risk management or internal controls, or equivalent management experience in an operational role with strong knowledge of operational risk management or internal controls
- Progressive leadership experience in operational risk management, internal controls, audit, or relevant field
- In-depth knowledge and hands on experience with risk management principles and techniques including development of process flows, identification and assessment of risks and controls, testing and monitoring procedures, and development of related metrics.
- Analytical skills to identify risk trends and changing risk levels
- Ability to work in a fast-paced organization and prioritize multiple initiatives
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to use sound judgment to resolve issues and facilitate progress against objectives
- Ability to present and interact with various levels of management
- Ability to build relationships with people at all levels
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Strong knowledge and/or experience in the insurance or financial services industry
- CPA
- CIA
- CISA
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership for ORM methodology and standards, ensuring consistent, high‑quality execution of risk identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting across the enterprise.
- Own and evolve the operational risk policy, framework and underlying methodologies (e.g., RCSA/PRA, scenario analysis, KRIs, issue management, risk acceptance and risk reporting), aligning to regulatory expectations and leading industry practices.
- Lead the development of enterprise and functional non-financial risk reporting, including quarterly risk profiles, dashboards, and forward‑looking risk insights that clearly articulate the “so what” for decision‑makers.
- Translate complex risk information into compelling, audience‑appropriate narratives, effectively supporting discussions with business leaders, risk committees, executive management, and the Board.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to Risk leadership, providing expert judgment on complex operational risk matters, control effectiveness, and risk acceptance decisions.
- Oversee governance and execution of risk issue management, including identification, root cause analysis, remediation challenge, progress tracking, escalation, and clear reporting of outcomes.
- Embed ORM methodology into major business and technology initiatives, ensuring risks are proactively identified, assessed, and transparently communicated throughout the initiative lifecycle.
- Provide second‑line challenge to process design and control effectiveness, recommending enhancements to policies, procedures, and controls that improve resilience, execution quality, and efficiency.
- Own adherence to the Global Operational Risk Management policy and framework, ensuring consistent execution of core ORM activities and effective use of enabling tools and systems.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders and global ORM counterparts, promoting best practices, continuous improvement, and a strong, risk‑aware culture across the organization.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Bonus for Eligible Employees
- Pension Plan
- 401k Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Disability Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- Career Training & Development Opportunities
- Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
- Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
- Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
- Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
- Adoption Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Back-Up Care Program
- PTO for Volunteer Hours
- Employee Matching Gifts Program
- Employee Resource Groups
- Inclusion and Diversity Programs
- Employee Recognition Program
- Referral Bonus Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
