Senior Analyst, ORM

Transamerica•Cedar Rapids, IA

3d•$80,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This new second line operational risk management role will support the day-to-day execution of the Investment Office, performing Transamerica Operational Risk Management activities including identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting of key risks for the business landscape.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or relevant field
Four years of experience in operational risk management or internal controls, or experience in an operational role with working knowledge of operational risk management or internal controls
Experience in operational risk management, internal controls, audit, or equivalent field
Good knowledge and 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
Ability to present and interact with various levels of management
Ability to build relationships with people at all level
Excellent oral/written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and/or experience in the insurance or financial services industry
Professional certifications such as CPA, CIMA, CFA, CAIA, CIA or CISA or equivalent risk or investment credentials

Responsibilities

Participate in risk assessments across assigned business groups.
Participate in process design reviews and identify areas for improvement to increase efficiency and quality.
Carry out action plan status reporting and monitoring, and assist with root cause analysis.
Assist process owners during the development of action plans to assess adequacy of actions taken by management.
Participate in the execution of Risk & Control Self Assessments (RCSA).
Participate in and support management control testing efforts.
Collaborate with peers in the Risk Management function, and various partners and stakeholders throughout the organization (e.g. line and functional management, compliance, IT, Internal Audit).
Navigate company Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) tool to record, update and report on various risk issues, risk events, action plans, etc.

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