Operational Risk Lead implementing risk management practices across Freddie Mac. Supporting the Director and collaborating with teams to enhance risk transparency and governance.
Responsibilities
Support the Director in implementing operational risk practices, including executing material non-financial risk assessments, produce the Enterprise non-financial risk profile
Partner with first line risk and control teams to embed risk practices, promote transparency, and facilitate timely risk identification and mitigation
Develop and maintain operational risk templates, job aids, and documentation to drive consistency across divisions
Assist in RCSA quality reviews and conduct thematic risk assessments to identify emerging risks or control weaknesses
Coordinate with Enterprise Risk Management (second line) to align risk methodologies and reporting standards
Support risk aggregation reporting, trend analysis, and escalation of material issues or emerging risks to governance forums
Collaborate on the design and enhancement of risk tools and technology solutions
Contribute to the development of metrics, templates, and governance routines to standardize reporting practices
Participate in risk culture initiatives, training, and communications to enhance awareness and accountability
Drive continuous improvement and simplification of risk practices, tools, and governance routines
Requirements
8+ years of experience in operational and/or compliance risk management, enterprise risk management, or related fields within financial services
Experience supporting cross-functional initiatives and working collaboratively across teams
Strong understanding of risk frameworks (RCSA, control frameworks, monitoring, etc.) and regulatory expectations
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, including the ability to present complex content clearly
Experience developing or maturing risk frameworks and implementing consistent practices
Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience, preferred
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