Divisional Risk Advisor, Specialist at Vanguard

Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Wealth ManagementIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum of five years risk management or related work experience. Advice or Wealth Management experience is preferred
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to function in an ambiguous & diverse environment while balancing multiple projects
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with the ability to contribute in a dynamic, fast-paced team atmosphere
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and to perform complex analyses under tight deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Provide risk guidance, oversight, and assurance services to the business based on Vanguard's risk framework
  • Provide expert level risk advice and direction to the business
  • Act as a consultant for senior management team to draw on for advice and guidance regarding efficiency and effectiveness of risk management within the business
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand their ongoing risk needs. Act as a thought partner to the business. Build credibility as a thought partner and effectively persuades and influences others
  • Provide risk thought leadership and expertise. Provide independent challenge and oversight in the development, implementation, and management of risk management strategies in accordance with business goals and objectives as well as standard risk management policies and procedures
  • Leverage the best practice for advice and wealth management, and work with controls function and project teams to establish risk mitigation strategies, detailed control improvement plans and approaches to controls monitoring
  • Work closely with the global risk partner community, Internal Audit and Compliance to identify areas for further efficiency and opportunities to drive more consistent practices. Support interactions with the wider Global Risk & Security (GR&S) team, facilitating discussions and removing roadblocks where they may arise
  • Provide risk-based training program to the business to foster a risk-smart culture
  • Keep updated on any specific advice and wealth regulatory requirements including any upcoming changes, and support integrating those into the Risk Management Framework, where applicable
  • Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Risk Management
Risk Framework
Data Analytics
Stakeholder Management
Risk Oversight
Consulting
Thought Leadership
Risk Mitigation
Controls Monitoring
Internal Audit
Compliance

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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