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Vichara

VP - Risk Technology

New York, NY · On-site

The VP shall understand how risk metrics are produced, validated, and consumed, and be able to analyze, and troubleshoot risk reporting issues. This role requires strong SQL, Python, and data ...

Socket.dev

Vice President, Risk Management

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$200 - $250/hr

Morgan Stanley & Co., LLC is seeking a Vice President, Risk Management in New York, New York to identify, understand, solve, and monitor challenges related to electronic and algorithmic trading.

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Vichara

VP - Risk Technology

New York, NY

The VP shall understand how risk metrics are produced, validated, and consumed, and be able to analyze, and troubleshoot risk reporting issues. This role requires strong SQL, Python, and data ...

Wedbush

Vice President, Risk Management

Jersey City, NJ

$150K - $200K/yr

Our Jersey City office is seeking a VP, Risk Management to join our Risk Management group. This position will be focusing on margining and stress testing of options, equities, fixed income, FX and ...

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VP of Risk

$129K - $173K/yr

VP Risk & Underwriting Manager - Payments About the Role Are you passionate about payments, risk, and compliance. We're looking for a Payments Risk & Compliance Manager to help strengthen and grow a ...

PassFort

VP-Risk Management

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$200 - $250/hr

... The VP, Risk Management serves as the dedicated second line risk officer supporting Ratings Operations, providing independent oversight, credible challenge, and advisory support across the ...

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How much do vp risk jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for vp risk in the United States is $157,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,000.00 and $190,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a VP Risk?

A VP Risk, or Vice President of Risk, is a senior executive responsible for overseeing an organization's risk management strategies and policies. They identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could impact the company's financial performance, reputation, or operations. VP Risk professionals often lead teams that analyze market, operational, credit, and regulatory risks, and they work closely with other executives to ensure the company's objectives are achieved within acceptable risk parameters.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a VP of Risk, and why are they important?

To thrive as a VP of Risk, you need deep expertise in risk management, financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and a strong educational background—often including an advanced degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with risk assessment tools, enterprise risk management (ERM) systems, and certifications like FRM or CFA are commonly required. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills help you influence organizational risk culture and drive cross-functional initiatives. These abilities are critical for proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to ensure organizational stability and regulatory adherence.

What are some of the key challenges a VP of Risk typically faces when aligning risk management strategies with business objectives?

A VP of Risk often faces the challenge of balancing the organization's risk appetite with its growth goals, ensuring that risk mitigation does not stifle innovation or profitability. They must work closely with executive leadership across departments to integrate risk considerations into strategic planning, while also staying ahead of emerging risks such as regulatory changes or cybersecurity threats. Effective communication and collaboration with both technical and non-technical teams are essential to create a risk-aware culture and to ensure that policies are understood and implemented organization-wide.

What is the difference between Vp Risk vs Risk Manager?

AspectVp RiskRisk Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, certifications like FRM or CRM often preferredBachelor's degree, certifications like FRM or CRM often preferred
Work EnvironmentStrategic leadership in financial institutions, corporate risk departmentsOperational risk assessment, implementing risk mitigation strategies
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial services, banking, insurance, large corporationsFinancial institutions, corporations, consulting firms

Both roles focus on risk management but Vp Risk typically involves strategic oversight and leadership, while Risk Managers handle day-to-day risk assessment and mitigation. The Vp Risk often supervises teams and influences company-wide policies, whereas Risk Managers implement these policies at operational levels.

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Infographic showing various Vp Risk job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $157,532 per year, or $75.7 per hour.

VP, Risk Management & Internal Controls

Duluth, GA • On-site

Primerica, Inc.
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of the company's SOX 404 and Model Audit Rule compliance programs.

  • Manage and enhance the enterprise risk management framework, including risk identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting activities.

  • Oversee enterprise risk reporting to regulatory agencies and external stakeholders, including the preparation and submission of ORSA filings and other regulatory reports.

Primerica rating

9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Join Our Team
In 2025, USA Today recognized Primerica as a Top Workplace USA for the fifth year in a row, and Newsweek named Primerica one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for the second consecutive year. In 2024, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution named Primerica as a Top Workplace for the eleventh consecutive year, and Forbes recognized Primerica as one of America's Best Employers for Women for the fifth year in a row. In addition, for the tenth time Primerica has been voted a Best Employer by Gwinnett Magazine. Primerica is a great place to work! Join our team to experience what it's like to work at "one of the best places to work in the metro Atlanta".
About this Position
The Vice President, Risk Management & Internal Controls is responsible for leading the organization's internal control and enterprise risk management programs. This role oversees Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 compliance, Model Audit Rule (MAR) compliance, Own Risk and Solvency Assessment (ORSA) reporting, and enterprise risk management (ERM) activities. The VP, Risk Management & Internal Controls will partner with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and external auditors to strengthen the control environment, identify emerging risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while supporting the company's strategic objectives.
This role is hybrid in Duluth, Ga.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Internal Controls, SOX & Regulatory Compliance
  • Lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of the Company's SOX 404 and Model Audit Rule compliance programs.
  • Oversee end-to-end documentation, testing, evidence collection, and assessment of internal controls over financial reporting.
  • Partner with external auditors to support audit activities and ensure efficient execution of audit procedures.
  • Monitor and drive remediation efforts for identified control deficiencies and provide recommendations for process improvements.
  • Support the integration of new accounting standards, business initiatives, and significant transactions into the control environment.

Enterprise Risk Management
  • Manage and enhance the Company's enterprise risk management framework, policies, and governance processes.
  • Facilitate risk identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting activities across the organization.
  • Develop and present risk dashboards, scorecards, and reports to executive leadership and governance committees.
  • Partner with first-line and second-line risk functions to strengthen operational and financial controls.
  • Collaborate with Information Technology teams to ensure appropriate risk and control considerations are incorporated into strategic technology initiatives and change management activities.

Risk Governance & Regulatory Reporting
  • Lead enterprise risk reporting to regulatory agencies, rating agencies, and other external stakeholders.
  • Oversee preparation and submission of ORSA filings, Enterprise Risk Reports, and other required regulatory submissions.
  • Develop and monitor key risk indicators (KRIs), risk tolerance metrics, and risk appetite measures.
  • Evaluate emerging risks and provide recommendations to executive leadership regarding mitigation strategies.
  • Coordinate quarterly Business Risk and Controls Committee meetings and support overall risk governance activities.

Leadership
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and development for assigned team members.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
  • Build collaborative relationships across business functions and influence risk-aware decision making throughout the organization.

Required Qualifications
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Master's degree preferred.

Experience
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in risk management, internal controls, audit, accounting, or financial governance.
  • Experience leading SOX 404 compliance and internal control assessments.
  • Demonstrated experience developing and managing enterprise risk management programs.
  • Experience presenting complex risk and control matters to senior executives and governance committees.
  • Strong project management and cross-functional leadership experience.

Certifications
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
  • CIA, CISA, or other relevant professional certifications preferred.

FLSA status:
This position is exempt (not eligible for overtime pay):
Yes
Our Benefits:
  • Day one health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with competitive employer match
  • Vacation, sick, holiday and volunteer time off
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account
  • Professional development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Company-sponsored social and philanthropy events

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Primerica, Inc., and its subsidiaries to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, color, religious creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, ancestry, military service or veteran status, genetic or carrier status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
At Primerica, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission - creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives.

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