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Scotiabank

Manager, Risk Management Audit

Dallas, TX

Global Banking & Markets provides a full range of investment banking, credit and risk management products and services relevant to the financing and strategic development needs of our clients. Our ...

Scotiabank

Manager, Risk Management Audit

Dallas, TX · On-site

Global Banking & Markets provides a full range of investment banking, credit and risk management products and services relevant to the financing and strategic development needs of our clients. Our ...

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As of Jul 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance bank risk management in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Freelance bank risk management professionals often encounter the challenge of quickly adapting to different client systems, risk frameworks, and compliance cultures. Each financial institution may have unique regulatory requirements and internal policies, making it essential to become familiar with new processes rapidly. Additionally, balancing multiple client projects requires strong organizational skills and clear communication to ensure deadlines are met and recommendations are properly implemented. Freelancers must also stay updated on evolving regulations across jurisdictions to provide relevant and effective guidance.

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AspectFreelance Bank Risk ManagementFreelance Credit Analyst
CredentialsRisk management certifications, financial backgroundFinancial analysis certifications, credit analysis experience
Work EnvironmentConsulting, remote or client sites, financial institutionsRemote or client offices, financial services firms
Employer & Industry UsageBanks, financial institutions, consulting firmsBanks, lending companies, credit agencies

Freelance Bank Risk Management focuses on identifying and mitigating financial risks for banks, requiring risk-related certifications. Freelance Credit Analysts primarily evaluate creditworthiness of borrowers, often with similar financial credentials. Both roles operate in similar environments and serve financial institutions, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Freelance Bank Risk Management professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Bank Risk Management professional, you need expertise in risk assessment, financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and a relevant degree such as finance, economics, or business. Familiarity with risk management software, data analytics tools, and certifications like FRM (Financial Risk Manager) or PRM (Professional Risk Manager) are highly desirable. Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills help you effectively advise clients and adapt to changing regulatory landscapes. These skills and qualities are critical in identifying, mitigating, and communicating financial risks to protect client assets and ensure regulatory compliance.

What is freelance bank risk management?

Freelance bank risk management involves independent professionals who help banks and financial institutions identify, assess, and mitigate risks such as credit, market, operational, and regulatory risks. These freelancers may work on a project basis, offering guidance on compliance, risk assessment strategies, and implementing risk management frameworks. They help banks ensure that their practices meet regulatory standards and minimize potential losses. Freelance risk managers often bring specialized expertise and flexibility that can be especially valuable for smaller banks or during periods of transition. Their work can include audits, policy development, or training for in-house staff.
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Infographic showing various Freelance Bank Risk Management job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

IAM Risk Advisor-1st LOD

SunTrust Investment Services, Inc.

Charlotte, NC • On-site

Other

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Business Unit Risk Advisor II

The Business Unit Risk Advisor II engages with Business Unit leadership in its management of risks and controls as well as its execution of risk program requirements. Execute, facilitate and/or monitor execution of Risk Program requirements (e.g., RCSA, KRIs, etc.). Provide strategic insight, risk advice and influence to assigned Business Unit. Concur with material risk taking by the Business Unit and escalate unacceptable risks. Aggregate, integrate, correlate and report risks for assigned Business Unit. Present risk aggregation, key risks and emerging risks to senior Business Unit Leadership. Identify and opine on remediation to address weaknesses related to inadequate or failed processes, people, and systems, or external events and ensure effective remediation.

Provide strategic/tactical challenge & review of risks within the Identity & Access Management (IAM) Business Unit (BU) portfolio for the following:

  • The identification of existing and emerging risks along with their root causes to senior leadership (BUs and Risk Advisors).
  • The proposed remediation plans, controls, and key risk indicators (KRIs) which mitigate the overall risk within the BU's risk tolerance/appetite.
  • Monitor the trends and effectiveness of KRIs and escalate as appropriate to senior leadership.
  • Advise on any new/revised risk policy requirements to ensure they are consistent with the Bank's risk appetite, regulator expectations, and industry standards.
  • Identify areas of opportunity to improve risk visibility within the BU. Provide direction and guidance in the development of controls and governance mechanisms within the BU.
  • Assist/opine in the development of the Risk Appetite Framework metrics and KRIs within the BU, as well as, those defined by the BU for implementation across Truist (where applicable).
  • Advocate the Bank's risk culture, compliance with enterprise risk initiatives and promote sound risk management practices.
  • Provide connectivity between the output of risk programs as appropriate by coordinating with stakeholders to resolve highly complex or challenging issues.
  • Execute, facilitate and monitor risk governance mechanisms, including but not limited to, Compliance Risk and Control Self-Assessment (C-RCSA), Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), key risk indicators, policies, risk committees and other elements of the Enterprise Risk Framework.
  • In conjunction with Compliance Risk Management and Legal, monitor BU adherence to applicable policies, laws and regulations.
  • Communicate to BU senior leadership, regulators and Executive Committees key activities, trends, and events pertaining to risk, regulatory and audit reviews. Continue to promote various risk initiatives and their supporting metrics.

This position is office-centric 5 days a week in one of our Truist hub locations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

  • Provide strategic and tactical effective challenge for all risks present within the Business Unit (BU). Concur with key risk decisions and escalate unacceptable or key emerging risks to BU CRO and/or Business Unit Risk Committee.
  • Guide risk-taking behavior. Provide counsel and advice to BU and senior BU leaders.
  • Monitor risk exposures, concentrations and limits. Ensure risk levels stay within risk appetite.
  • Opine on new or revised risk program requirements to confirm they are consistent with the Bank's risk appetite, regulator expectations and industry standard.
  • Identify areas of opportunity to improve risk visibility within BU; develop and implement plan to transform opportunity into new processes and activities.
  • Assist in the development and opine on Risk Appetite Framework metrics and Key Risk Indicators within the BU as well as those defined by the BU for implementation across Truist (where applicable).
  • Advocate the Bank's risk culture, compliance with enterprise risk initiatives and promote sound risk management practices.
  • Provide connectivity between the output of risk programs as appropriate. Coordinate with stakeholders to resolve highly complex or challenging issues.
  • Advise on the effectiveness of BU risk and control environment.
  • Provide direction and guidance in the development of controls and governance mechanisms within the BU.
  • Execute, facilitate and monitor risk governance mechanisms, including but not limited to, Compliance Risk and Control Self-Assessment (C-RCSA), Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), key risk indicators, policies, risk committees and other elements of the Enterprise Risk Framework.
  • Monitor issues (all types) assigned to BU, as well as those that have downstream or upstream impact to the BU and ensure appropriate remediation.
  • In conjunction with Compliance Risk Management and Legal, monitor BU adherence to applicable policies, laws and regulations.
  • Communicate to BU senior leadership, regulators and Executive Committees key activities, trends, and events pertaining to risk, regulatory and audit reviews. Continue to promote various risk initiatives and their supporting metrics.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field, or equivalent education and related training.
  • 8+ years of experience in a financial institution with emphasis on risk management, audit, operations, process engineering or line of business specialty and/or equivalent education, training and experience.
  • Experience in compliance and operational risk mitigation and remediation.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, presentation and negotiation skills.
  • Proven leadership and management skills.
  • Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills in complex environments and with senior leadership.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills adaptable to a dynamic and complex work environment; Capable of handling multiple projects concurrently.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products.
  • Ability to travel, occasionally overnight.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

  • Identity & Access Management (IAM) Knowledge
  • Risk Management & Governance
  • Strategic Thinking & Advisory Skills
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Stakeholder Management & Collaboration
  • Process Improvement & Controls Development
  • Technical & Tools Proficiency

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