Senior Risk Analyst, Enterprise Risk Management

Description

The Senior Risk Analyst will support the execution and continuous enhancement of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program at Smurfit Westrock. This role contributes to the identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting of key economic, strategic, operational, reporting, and compliance risks.

Responsibilities

• Support the facilitation of risk assessments, including risk owner interviews, analysis of inputs, and documentation of changes in risk exposure and mitigation status
• Maintain and enhance the enterprise risk register to confirm accuracy, consistency, and alignment with business and strategic priorities
• Contribute to the development of clear, concise, and executive-ready reporting materials for senior leadership and the Board/Audit Committee
• Analyze internal and external trends to identify and assess emerging risks
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to document key risks, evaluate mitigation strategies, and identify potential improvement opportunities
• Support the development of ERM methodologies, tools, and governance processes to enhance consistency, transparency, and efficiency
• Connect principal risks to strategic initiatives, business planning activities, and internal audit coverage to improve visibility and risk insights
• Contribute to strategic analyses, presentations, and ad-hoc projects related to enterprise risk and internal audit
• Promote risk awareness through effective collaboration and communication

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Risk, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in enterprise risk management, internal audit, public accounting, finance, compliance, or a related role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear insights
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of executive-level materials
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a dynamic environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in a large, complex, or publicly traded organization
• Familiarity with ERM frameworks, governance processes, and risk reporting practices
• Exposure to strategic, operational, financial, regulatory, and emerging risk areas
• Experience working with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders
• Knowledge of manufacturing business environments (paper and packaging industry experience a plus)
• Professional certification (or progress toward) such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or CRMA
• Experience with Optro (formerly, AuditBoard) or similar risk management tools