Snr. Legal Advisor, Risk and Compliance

Company: Citadel Federal Credit Union
Location: Exton
Posted on: April 7, 2025

Job Description:

Job Overview

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Citadel is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Legal Advisor, Risk and Compliance Management for our Risk Administration team. In this role, the individual will be responsible for supporting risk management processes across the organization, and assisting in the development of risk mitigation strategies. The individual will collaborate with various departments to help ensure compliance with risk management policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of risk management frameworks, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.

Responsibilities

- Support risk management activities by assisting in the identification, assessment, and documentation of various risks across the organization.

- Review and manage all contracts and vendors across the organization.

- Maintain and update risk registers and tracking systems to ensure risk data is accurate and up to date.

- Stay up-to-date and manage Technology and Data Risk Management and manage GRC Tool Administration

- Assist in the creation, maintenance, and enforcement of risk management policies and procedures to ensure consistency across departments.

- Prepare and analyze reports on risk performance, risk mitigation actions, and emerging trends for senior management.

- Work with cross-functional teams to ensure that risks are identified and mitigated early in the process, offering actionable insights for risk reduction.

- Conduct regular risk assessments and reviews including internal and external audits, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry best practices.

- Manage member complaints (via NCUA, BBB, or State AG).

- Assist in preparing risk-related presentations for executive leadership, stakeholders, and auditors.

- Monitor and track progress on risk management initiatives, ensuring timely and effective resolution of risk-related issues.

- Develop and deliver training sessions to internal stakeholders on risk-related topics, fostering a risk-aware culture throughout the organization.

- Stay informed on regulatory changes, industry standards, and emerging risks to ensure that risk management practices are up to date and compliant.

- Provide additional support to the department, as apparent or assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Juris Doctorate required.
5+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, or related areas, preferably in a corporate environment.
Strong understanding of risk management frameworks, methodologies, and best practices.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Experience with risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
Proficiency in risk management tools and software (e.g., SAP, Excel, risk management platforms).
Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements in risk management.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively present complex information to various audiences.
High attention to detail, with the ability to manage large volumes of data and ensure accuracy in reporting.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify risks and recommend practical solutions.

Additional Skills/Notes

- Must have excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Successful candidate will have strong problem solving and analytical skills.

- Familiarity with data analysis tools and techniques, including proficiency with Excel (e.g., pivot tables, advanced formulas).

- Knowledge of industry-specific risk factors or trends.

- Experience in the creation of risk-related documentation, including reports, policies, and presentations.

- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and work independently when necessary.

Performance Measurements

Performance is based on the Citadel corporate scorecard as well as departmental and individual goals.

Work Environment

Individual will be required to work in an office setting as well as those conducive to the financial services industry. This may involve standing, sitting, and walking around retail/administrative facilities. Individual can expect to work in a fast-paced environment which is constantly evolving. They will have a significant amount of interaction with customers, many of whom may be upset and/or agitated because of their situation. Candidate will spend a significant amount of time assessing information contained in on-line and hard-copy reports. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Position may include a reasonable amount of physical activity such as lifting (max. 25lbs.), carrying, standing, walking, sitting, typing, labeling, or reading for extended periods of time. Due to the nature of this position travel may be required. This candidate must be able to provide his or her own transportation for local travel.

EEO Statement

Citadel is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age. We maintain a drug-free workplace and may perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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