Operational Risk Testing Analyst

A top Fortune 50 financial institution is seeking an Operational Risk Testing Analyst with a focus on HR risk to support control testing and issue management within its enterprise operational risk framework.

About the Opportunity:

• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Hours: Standard business hours
• Setting: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)

Responsibilities:

• Executing control testing activities for HR processes using pre-defined scripts and testing protocols
• Reviewing control evidence to assess design and operational effectiveness against established criteria
• Documenting and reporting test results to internal stakeholders
• Supporting issue management, including documentation, root cause analysis, remediation planning, and tracking
• Collaborating with HR, Risk, Audit, and Compliance partners to ensure appropriate control coverage and risk mitigation
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of testing methodologies and operational risk processes
• Performing other duties, as needed

Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience in Operational Risk, Audit, Compliance, and/or Internal Controls Testing
• Bachelor's Degree in Audit, Business, Risk Management, and/or a related field
• Familiarity with RCSA (Risk and Control Self-Assessment) methodology and control testing best practices
• Experience with issue management lifecycle (identification, remediation, tracking)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related tools
• Excellent organizational skills, analytical mindset, and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

Desired Skills:

• Experience in a Human Resources and/or Financial Services setting
• Knowledge of HR Operational processes (e.g., Hiring, Onboarding, Compensation, Employee Relations, etc.)
• Experience with GRC platforms such as Archer or MetricStream
• Solid understanding of HR-related regulatory frameworks (EEOC, FMLA, SOX)
• Prior experience supporting HR or Operational Risk functions within a Financial institution