Enterprise Risk Management Lead, Associate Director

EY • Clayton, MO

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About The Position

Ethics, Compliance, and Risk Management (ECRM) supports our people in managing the risks that arise during our daily working lives. We work closely with all parts of the organization to identify, manage and monitor risk, providing coordinated advice and assistance on independence, conflicts, compliance, regulatory, policy, security issues, as well as dealing with claims and any queries regarding ethics.

ECRM is seeking an Associate Director to lead Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) for the US Firm, responsible for driving the enterprise‑wide risk strategy, executing the three‑year roadmap approved by ECRM, and partnering with senior leadership to embed ERM into strategic planning, operational processes, and capital allocation across the US Firm. This role partners closely with US Firm leadership and serves as a key liaison to EY Global Risk Management, ensuring alignment of the US Firm’s ERM strategy, methodologies, taxonomy, processes, and reporting with Global frameworks and expectations.

The Associate Director strengthens the US Firm’s risk posture by embedding ERM into strategic planning, transformation initiatives, and operational decision-making. This leader will oversee enterprise risk assessments, risk appetite alignment, scenario analysis, and executive reporting, while building Center of Excellence capabilities that drive consistency, quality, and maturity of risk practices across the US Firm, in coordination with EY Global.

Requirements

• Ability to think strategically and consider a broad range of factors when solving and prioritizing issues
• Strong capability to integrate ERM with strategic planning, corporate strategy, and transformation agendas
• Executive‑level communication skills, including strong written, verbal, and presentation capabilities, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for leadership and Global stakeholders
• Ability to influence and lead across all levels of the organization, including leading without authority, driving cross‑functional initiatives, and building support for key decisions
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills
• Understanding of the role and operations of other major services that intersect with the service line
• Technology proficiency, including familiarity with risk management software/tools and the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Strong network of relationships with key stakeholder leaders including other parts of ECRM, Global Risk Management, Global and Americas GCO, Service Lines, Industry Groups, Technology, Talent, BMC, Finance, etc. to facilitate collaboration and effectively share knowledge, technology, and resources
• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent work experience
• 10–12+ years of ERM or related experience in a complex or multinational environment, including 5+ years leading teams
• Extensive experience with change management principles with the ability to leverage them to achieve lasting results
• Experience in building and leading a risk management function
• Strong understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, regulatory compliance, and industry standards (e.g., COSO, ISO 31000)
• Proven track record of building risk programs, governance structures, methodologies, and executive reporting

Nice To Haves

• MBA desirable
• Professional certifications such as RIMS-CRMP (Certified Risk Management Professional), FRM (Financial Risk Manager), PRM (Professional Risk Manager), or related quantitative risk management credentials
• Understanding of industry groups and sectors
• Quantitative risk expertise including scenario modeling, exposure analysis, KRIs, risk indicators, and analytics

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Management: Leading the US Firm ERM team; setting the vision for ERM capabilities; establishing a Center of Excellence aligned to EY Global standards; fostering a risk-aware culture; collaborating with cross-functional leaders; and providing strategic risk guidance that integrates ERM into US Firm business planning and decision-making.
• Risk Assessment: Overseeing enterprise-wide risk identification, rating, quantification, and scenario analysis; maintaining a standardized US Firm risk taxonomy and rating scales; developing advanced, data‑driven assessment methods; and informing related programs such as third‑party, country, and operational resilience risk management.
• Risk Mitigation & Control: Leading development and monitoring of mitigation strategies and control frameworks; partnering with first-line teams to evaluate control effectiveness; ensuring alignment with EY Global control expectations; and organizing the US Firm’s enterprise risk infrastructure, including methodologies, tools, and capability enablement.
• Reporting & Communication: Driving production of aggregate US Firm risk profiles and dashboards that provide hindsight, insight, and foresight; preparing executive‑level and Global-quality reporting; communicating key trends, exposures, and emerging risks to senior leadership and risk committees; and coordinating with EY Global on integrated reporting and cross‑border themes.
• Framework & Process Development: Establishing, maintaining, and maturing ERM governance, principles, policies, processes, and methodologies for the US Firm.
• Compliance & Regulatory Oversight: Ensuring ERM activities support US regulatory expectations; coordinating with Global on multinational regulatory themes; supporting audits and reviews; and ensuring risk governance documentation, policies, and procedures remain compliant and current.
• Continuous Improvement: Driving continuous improvement of ERM processes through lessons learned, industry benchmarking, and technology adoption; enhancing data analytics, automation, and qualitative and quantitative risk insights across the US Firm.
• Lead complex enterprise-wide initiatives requiring advanced analysis, strategic judgment, and cross-functional leadership
• Interpret US regulatory requirements and EY Global methodologies to make informed, consistent decisions
• Influence the development and calibration of US Firm risk appetite and tolerance levels aligned with Global expectations
• Evaluate and recommend ERM and GRC technology solutions
• Analyze and translate the US Firm’s risk profile into actionable insights and recommendations for senior leadership
• Strong understanding of the firm’s business, organizational structure and operations to effectively identify opportunities to support the firm’s strategy and key initiatives

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.
• The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $127,300 to $245,000.
• The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $152,700 to $278,400.
• Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.
• In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees