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Operational Risk - VP

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$160K - $185K/yr

Operational Risk Management, Asset Management Corporate Title: Vice President Department: Risk Management Location: New York, Philadelphia The pay range for this position at commencement of ...

Operational Risk - VP

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$160K - $185K/yr

Operational Risk Management, Asset Management Corporate Title: Vice President Department: Risk Management Location: New York, Philadelphia The pay range for this position at commencement of ...

Owning and implementing SBUS' operational risk management framework. * Effectively challenging the businesses, and control and support functions, providing senior management with an independent ...

This is a unique opportunity to shape risk management practices, influence senior leaders, and ... As an Operational Risk Business Lead, you will: * Deliver independent oversight of Freddie Mac ...

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How much do operational risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for operational risk manager in the United States is $120,706.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,500.00 and $159,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does an Operational Risk Manager Do?

An operational risk manager works to identify and limit the risk associated with a company’s operations. As an operational risk manager, your responsibilities involve assessing business operations, identifying issues, and creating reports on your findings. You then help develop policies and implement changes to lessen operational risks. Other duties include continually monitoring the business to find potential new threats and ensuring company compliance with laws and regulations.

What does an Operational Risk Manager do?

An Operational Risk Manager is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks within an organization that could arise from internal processes, systems, people, or external events. They develop and implement risk management policies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with regulations. Their goal is to minimize potential losses and protect the organization's assets and reputation by proactively managing operational risks.

What are some common challenges faced by Operational Risk Managers in maintaining effective risk controls across different departments?

Operational Risk Managers often encounter challenges in ensuring consistent risk controls due to varying processes, priorities, and risk appetites across departments. Communication gaps and resistance to change can make it difficult to implement standardized procedures. Successfully overcoming these challenges involves building strong cross-functional relationships, conducting regular training, and fostering a risk-aware culture to ensure alignment on risk management practices throughout the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Operational Risk Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Operational Risk Manager, you need a solid understanding of risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and internal controls, typically supported by a degree in finance, business, or a related field. Familiarity with risk management frameworks, GRC (governance, risk, and compliance) systems, and certifications such as FRM or ORM are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are crucial for identifying, mitigating, and communicating operational risks, ensuring organizational stability and regulatory adherence.

What is the difference between Operational Risk Manager vs Risk Analyst?

AspectOperational Risk ManagerRisk Analyst
CertificationsCFA, FRM, or similarCFA, FRM, or similar
Work EnvironmentFinancial institutions, banks, insurance companiesFinancial firms, consulting, corporate risk teams
ResponsibilitiesIdentify, assess, and mitigate operational risks; develop risk frameworksAnalyze risk data, support risk assessments, prepare reports

The Operational Risk Manager focuses on managing and mitigating operational risks within organizations, often holding certifications like CFA or FRM. In contrast, Risk Analysts primarily analyze risk data and support risk management processes. Both roles are vital in financial sectors and share similar credentials, but the Operational Risk Manager has a broader responsibility for risk mitigation strategies.

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Infographic showing various Operational Risk Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,706 per year, or $58 per hour.
Operational Risk Analyst

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 11 hours ago


Job description

Is it a Bank? A cooperative? A leader in affordable housing? We are all those things and more!

Our core mission at FHLBank Indianapolis is to provide reliable and readily available liquidity to our member institutions to support housing finance and community development. Simply put, we're a bank for banks, credit unions, community development financial institutions and insurers across Indiana and Michigan. We also assist in meeting the economic and housing needs of communities and families through grants and subsidized advances that support affordable housing and economic development.

But enough about us, let's talk about you.

Are you looking for a company that views their employees as their greatest asset?

A company that's dedicated to making a difference in the community? So much so they pay their employees to volunteer?

Do you want to join a talented workforce that prioritizes equal opportunity within an inclusive culture, and promotes learning and development, unique skills/ideas, and employee engagement?

If you've said yes to these questions, then we might be a match!

Here is what we offer:

  • Flexible hybrid workforce model: Onsite three days a week and two days remote. We also offer remote flex days!

  • Fantastic, competitive pay and total rewards

  • Industry-high 401(k) match: up to 6% PLUS...an additional 4% contribution!

  • Tuition reimbursement assistance: To help you continue to develop personally and professionally.

  • Student loan repayment assistance: That's right, we will help you repay outstanding student loans!

  • Awesome Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision benefits and even pet (you read that right) insurance!

  • Generous time off: Vacation, paid federal holidays, birthday month floating holiday, volunteer day and summer hours program

  • "Dress for your day" dress code: You choose the appropriate work attire based on what your day looks like.

Statistics show that it is less likely for some candidates to submit their application if they don't meet all the criteria within the job description. If this is you, we encourage you to give yourself a chance and submit your application anyway, as you may be the perfect match for this role!

Purpose:

The Operational Risk Analyst is responsible for supporting the Operational Risk Management Group to ensure the Bank's operational risk management program within the Bank adequately identifies, assesses, measures, monitors, and reports operational risks enterprise wide. The Operational Risk Analyst will interact with process owners across the Bank to understand business processes and the risk and control environment and identify process improvements. The Operational Risk Analyst will assist in the preparation, analysis, and reporting of information to management and the Bank's Board of Directors.

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or abilities required of persons so classified. The Bank reserves the right to alter or amend this description at any time.

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Provides support to the Director, Enterprise Risk with implementing aspects of the operational risk management framework.

  • Monitors and follows up on the operational risk events submitted by management to ensure corrective actions occurred. Including a root cause analysis on identified operational risk events.

  • Prepares and analyzes data and trends of operational risk events and metrics to identify anomalies or trending concerns.

  • Provides monthly reporting to key stakeholders on the status of operational risk events.

  • Maintains the Bank's end user computing inventory utilized by the current tool and performs periodic testing, review and program updates for the end user developed program.

  • Completes the quarterly calculation and reporting of the operational risk estimate calculation and provides evidence to the appropriate departments and assists with maintenance and reporting of documentation on an ongoing basis.

  • Prepares various operational risk reports for the Bank's Risk Committee, the Board Risk Oversight Committee, and other key stakeholders.

  • Perform regular reviews of Operational Risk Management Group procedures to ensure procedures are updated and reflect current practices.

  • Other risk management projects and duties, as assigned.

Competencies:

Business

  • Business workflow

General

  • Dependability

  • Decision Making/Judgment

People

  • Communication

Position Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree, along with 1-2 years' of operational risk, compliance, or audit experience, in a financial services environment.

  • Detail-oriented and ability to assume complex assignments.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Access and Excel) is preferred.

  • High degree of initiative, strong analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to interact effectively with management.

  • Ability to be adaptable and flexible while responding to deadlines on assignments and workflow fluctuations.

  • Ability to manage a variety of projects simultaneously.

  • Must not have been convicted on any civil or criminal charge that would suggest a risk to Bank security.

  • Ability to work full-time.

  • Ability to uphold and model the Bank's Guiding Principles.

Hiring Range: $74,000-87,000

Hiring ranges reflect the base salary that the Bank reasonably expects to pay for a given role and is not inclusive of annual incentive award opportunities, retirement benefits or the value of other health and welfare or other ancillary benefits. We consider many factors when determining base salaries such as individual background and experience, the competitive environment, education, particular skill set(s), and industry and institutional knowledge.

FHLBank Indianapolis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.