Vice President, Risk Management

Job Location US-CA-Los Angeles StatusFull Time Position description We seek an individual to serve in a new senior management role to elevate the level of our existing risk management and oversight capabilities across all of our lines of business and corporate operations globally. This person will work in partnership with senior business leaders, the companys risk oversight committees, and other risk management functions to protect Capital as an organization.Reporting to our Senior Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer, this individual will possess superior leadership qualities, a deep knowledge of audit and risk management practices, and wide ranging business acumen. The role is not limited in scope to financial or regulatory risks, and will delve deeply into operational issues of many kinds. Based out of our Los Angeles office, he/she will be responsible for the following: Partner with senior business managers throughout Capital to identify, assess and prioritize business risks and influence the successful implementation of strategies and methodologies to manage those risks Assist with designing and building a robust, sustainable business risk framework that advances Capitals capability to closely review key risk areas within our primary business lines on an ongoing basis Play a lead role in communicating with the Risk Oversight Committees (ROC) and CGC Audit Committee to help ensure appropriate and effective risk oversight and monitoring Develop, refine and consult on company policies and procedures that will build upon our organizational effectiveness. This includes proactively monitoring industry and regulatory developments to integrate new or best practices. Promote a shared understanding of company policies and procedures within the business areas to encourage behavior consistent with them Collaborate closely with the Operational Risk Assessment (ORA) process to evaluate the effective implementation of risk identification, validation of controls, and mitigation/monitoring strategies Creatively identify and engage diverse resources (including human and technological) to help implement the overall effort of assessing and managing risksKey Internal Relationships Reports to SVP and Chief Compliance Officer for Capital Works regularly with key management committees and other compliance and risk management leaders Partners with the leadership team for each of Capitals key business unitsQualifications Significant experience leading complex business functions in public accounting or industry so as to develop both broad operational expertise and leadership skills. Relevant experience with the investment management, brokerage, and/or global finance industries is preferred. In depth knowledge of audit and risk management methodologies gained from practical experience with assessing, documenting, validating, designing, implementing and monitoring internal controls. We are seeking a blend of operational, financial and regulatory expertise. Expert skills and experience with implementing and positively influencing enterprise-wide risk assessment processes and mitigation procedures Ability to build relationships with and influence senior management regarding sensitive and complex matters utilizing consultative skills, strong logic and judgment, independent thinking, and a proactive service orientation Strong track record of leading and managing projects that deliver value-added results consistent with the true goals of Capital Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to think outside existing risk management practices/models and demonstrate foresight about potential issues and opportunities Outstanding communication skills ability to convey compelling arguments while maintaining rapport effective one-on-one and in small and large groups across the organization A work ethic characterized by high integrity and behavior, which will serve as a role model to others on issues related to business ethics Superior judgment to gauge which issues require oversight/delegation and which require a hands-on, in-depth approachWe offer excellent salaries, a progressive environment and a premier benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision coverage effective day one Three weeks vacation in year one 15% of annual salary plus bonuses contributed by the company to your retirement plan, up to IRS limits Generous educational assistance Health club subsidy Paid, comprehensive training programs Team-oriented working environment Business casual dressWe are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.