Divisional Risk Advisor, Senior Specialist at Vanguard

Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum of eight years related work experience (Risk, Compliance, or Audit experience preferred)
  • Strong relationship management skills and ability to collaborate and drive work across multiple divisions and departments
  • Executive presence and influence skills with senior leadership teams
  • Ability to thrive in ambiguity and have sound judgement with sometimes limited information
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience (Graduate degree preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Provides risk guidance, oversight, and assurance services to Office of the General Counsel (OGC) based on Vanguard's operational and strategic risk framework; ensures the development and implementation of effective divisional risk controls
  • Leads and manages the effectiveness of risk management within the business; sets measurable goals and examines ways to raise standards, increase quality, and improve overall risk management efforts of the team; measures departmental success in identifying and managing risk exposure; identifies and prioritizes existing and emerging risks and advises on appropriate control design and testing
  • Leads and assists the business in the development, implementation, and management of long-term risk management strategies in accordance with department goals and objectives, standard risk management policies and procedures, and the overall risk strategy
  • Develops and maintains strong relationships and is a trusted voice for OGC clients; provides consultation, facilitation, and analytical support to leaders and crew as new products, services, processes, and procedures are developed to ensure risk is properly mitigated
  • Serves as the point of contact representing Global Risk & Security (GR&S) and all of its shared services to OGC
  • Creates and manages risk reporting materials including enterprise top risks, divisional top risks, and regular risk updates at risk counsels and other risk committees
  • Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Risk Management
Compliance
Audit
Risk Framework
Risk Controls
Risk Reporting
Relationship Management
Strategic Risk
Analytical Support
Executive Influence

Vanguard

Client-owned investment management firm offering low-cost funds

About Vanguard

Vanguard provides financial services with a focus on investment management. The company offers a variety of products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and 401k rollovers, aimed at individual investors, financial advisors, and institutions. Vanguard's unique ownership structure means it is owned by its funds, which are in turn owned by the clients, allowing it to prioritize the needs of its investors over external shareholders. This model enables Vanguard to offer low-cost investment options, as it primarily earns revenue through management fees that are generally lower than industry standards. Additionally, Vanguard provides personalized investment advisory services, charging fees based on the assets managed. The company's goal is to help clients grow their wealth and achieve their financial objectives through effective investment strategies, while maintaining a competitive performance track record.

Kline Township, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters
1975Year Founded
SECONDARYCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental & vision coverage
Onsite health clinic & fitness center
Health Smart Rewards program
Vanguard Retirement Savings Plan
Education Benefits
PTO
Family Planning Benefist
Parental leave
Personal development opportunities
Volunteer Time Off

Risks

Competition from AI-driven platforms like Writer challenges Vanguard's traditional advisory services.
Vanguard's stake in Steelcase exposes it to the volatile furniture market.
New active bond ETFs may struggle in a low-yield environment with increasing competition.

Differentiation

Vanguard is client-owned, aligning its interests with investors, unlike traditional firms.
The firm offers low-cost investment products, making it attractive to cost-conscious investors.
Vanguard's ownership structure allows it to focus on long-term investor value.

Upsides

Vanguard's new active bond ETFs offer diversified, low-cost fixed income options.
The acquisition of Steelcase shares diversifies Vanguard's portfolio into the furniture industry.
Launching the International Dividend Growth Fund appeals to investors seeking sustainable dividend growth.

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