Risk and Controls Co-op with Drexel University
About The Position
Risk and Controls develops and maintains the firm's Enterprise Risk Management Strategy. The team identifies, monitors, evaluates, and manages financial and non-financial risks while carrying out day-to-day risk management activities, leading projects, and advancing the risk program. As a critical function, Risk and Controls shapes how the firm manages risk and contributes to strengthening its risk management program. In this co-op role, you will use analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate business processes and workflows, identify risks and improvement opportunities, document and test controls, and contribute to risk mitigation. You will also support entity onboarding and incident and issue management, collaborating with stakeholders across the firm and gaining exposure to the markets and other areas of the business. The role provides hands-on experience developing a risk management program, executing strategic projects, and engaging cross-functional stakeholders within a fast-paced financial institution.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Access.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and external vendors.
- Attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to be a self-starter, quick learner, and resourceful problem solver.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with VBA and SQL.
- Previous experience in the financial services industry or completion of finance- or investment-related coursework.
- Background in probability and statistics.
Responsibilities
- Analyze business processes and workflows to identify risks and areas for improvement.
- Document and test controls for operational effectiveness.
- Support entity onboarding in accordance with the firm’s due diligence standard.
- Manage incidents and other risk events, including detection, root-cause identification, and planning and tracking remediation with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Prepare and maintain high-quality risk management education materials for firmwide stakeholders.
- Assist with ad hoc projects to ensure timely delivery of initiatives.
Benefits
- Relaxed dress code.
- Co-op classes designed to teach about Susquehanna’s business and encourage professional development.
- Fully stocked kitchens with breakfast, lunch, snacks, and beverages.
- A 40,000-square-foot fitness facility with new equipment, multipurpose courts, group exercise classes, and locker room spaces.
- Discounts for dining, entertainment, shopping, travel, and attractions.
- Social events, including a poker tournament, holiday party, and company outings.
- On-site Wellness Center.
- On-site services including a mailroom, barber, dry cleaning, and car maintenance.
- Opportunities to give back to the community through company-sponsored events and donation drives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
