Legal/Compliance - AVP, Enterprise Risk Management
About the role
This is a highly visible role as an AVP, Enterprise Risk Management, partnering closely with the General Counsel and senior leadership to shape, evolve, and elevate the enterprise risk management program.
Responsibilities
Shape the ERM Strategy
Lead the ongoing development and maturity of the ERM program, aligning it with business strategy, regulatory expectations, and industry best practices
Partner with senior leadership to evolve the ERM framework, risk appetite, and governance structure
Drive strategic ERM initiatives and continuous improvement across tools, processes, and platforms
Design and lead enterprise-wide risk assessments, including risk identification, scoring, aggregation, and reporting
Deliver actionable insights to senior leadership, committees, and stakeholders to support decision-making
Monitor emerging risks, industry trends, and regulatory developments—and translate them into strategic recommendations
Strengthen Risk Governance & Operations
Lead key ERM governance activities, including dashboards, reporting, and committee materials
Oversee risk and control assessments to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with risk appetite
Partner cross-functionally to embed risk management practices into day-to-day operations
Influence Across the Organization
Serve as a trusted advisor to business and control partners on risk and governance matters
Lead cross-functional initiatives such as policy standardization, governance enhancements, and product risk reviews
Build strong relationships and drive alignment without direct authority
Build a Risk-Aware Culture
Support ERM training and awareness programs across the organization
Promote a proactive, risk-informed mindset at all levels
Qualifications
8+ years of progressive experience in enterprise risk, audit, compliance, legal, or a related function within a regulated financial environment
Strong track record leading enterprise risk assessments and advising senior leadership
Experience influencing cross-functional initiatives and operating independently in complex environments
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus
Relevant professional certification required (RIMS-CRMP preferred; FRM, PRM, CRCM, CRM, or similar accepted)
Credit union or financial services experience strongly preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation
18 days of PTO during your first year
12 paid holidays annually
Full 6% 401(k) match
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance and additional voluntary benefits
Employee wellness resources, including an on-site gym
Career development opportunities
An award-winning workplace culture
Pay
$117,000 - $147,000 annually Actual compensation within this range will be determined by factors including experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and other job-related considerations permitted by law.
Schedule
Hybrid