Operational Risk & Controls Analyst

Job Description

Operational Risk & Controls Analyst

Industry: Banking & Financial Services

About the Opportunity

We are currently seeking an Operational Risk & Controls Analyst to support an established financial institution's risk management and internal control functions.

This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with 2–3 years of experience in banking operations, risk management, compliance, or internal controls who is looking to expand their exposure to operational risk and regulatory oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the evaluation and monitoring of operational processes to identify control gaps, potential risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in risk and control self-assessments (RCSAs), control effectiveness reviews, and ongoing risk monitoring activities.
• Assist with compliance testing, quality assurance reviews, and the documentation of control findings.
• Track operational risk indicators, identify emerging issues, and assist with risk reporting and follow-up activities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to evaluate risk exposure and support corrective action plans.
• Provide documentation and information to risk management, compliance, and internal audit teams.
• Assist with updates to policies, procedures, and internal control documentation.
• Support additional risk management initiatives and departmental projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience within banking, financial services, operational risk, compliance, or internal controls.
• Working knowledge of banking regulations and financial crime compliance requirements, including BSA/AML, OFAC, CIP, and the USA PATRIOT Act.
• Familiarity with commercial banking operations, deposit-related processes, and regulatory compliance practices.
• Exposure to RCSA, control testing, risk assessments, or quality assurance activities is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information and work effectively with stakeholders across multiple departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other standard business applications.

Employment Requirements

W2 CONTRACT ONLY — NO C2C (CORP-TO-CORP).

Third-party staffing arrangements and independent contractor engagements will not be considered.