Financial Services Risk Consulting, Sector Compliance - Senior

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.Primary location for this role is in CA.EY is a leader in serving the global financial services marketplace and the only professional services firm with a separate business unit dedicated to the financial services industry – the Financial Services Organization (FSO). Our focused model and bold ambition have put us at the center of the events that continue to reshape and redefine our industry, working side by side with a range of clients from our most venerable institutions to dynamic new entrants across Banking and Capital Markets, Wealth and Asset Management, Insurance, and Real Estate, Hospitality and Construction. Our purpose is to help build a financial services industry in which financial institutions are trusted and flourish, and the global economy is healthy, growing and secure. If you have a passion for rallying together to solve complex challenges, then come join our dynamic FSO team!The opportunityThe Regulatory Compliance Team focuses on services to financial organizations, such as Global Financial Technology companies, community and regional banks, digital assets companies, and banking as a service sponsor banks that address FRB, OCC, FDIC, state banking regulators and other regulatory requirements for banking, money transmitter, Bit License, and trust compliance. This includes solutions such as:

Compliance program assessment

Compliance program design and implementation assistance

Compliance program remediation

Development of compliance policies and procedures

Compliance program testing

Regulatory inquiry assistance

Regulatory examination readiness

License/Charter Application Support

Regulatory Applicability Assessment

Our team focuses on innovative financial services topics such as embedded finance, banking as a service, and digital assets.As a Senior Manager in Governance Risk and Compliance with a focus on Enterprise Risk Management, you will be at the forefront of shaping our organization's risk framework. Your role will integrate aspects of risk management, governance, data, technology, security, and fraud prevention, ensuring they align with regulations and governance structures. You will be pivotal in driving revenue generation through risk-focused strategies and will have the opportunity to advise board members, enhancing governance at the highest level.Your key responsibilitiesIn this role, you will be responsible for conducting thorough assessments and analyses, collaborating with forensic experts to strengthen governance and proactive fraud controls. You will lead complex technical initiatives, drive quality and risk control, and innovate within your field. With autonomy to operationalize your expertise, you will guide team members and resolve intricate challenges. You will actively participate in client sessions, identify sales opportunities, and lead RFP responses. Travel requirements will be based on client needs, and you will manage engagement economics, resource planning, and budgeting for projects. Your analytical skills will be put to the test as you develop innovative solutions and potentially enact policy changes.Skills and attributes for successAs a Senior you will be challenged with helping our clients manage risk and solve complex global regulatory issues. Through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring, and formal learning you will develop your career and work with colleagues to analyze our client’s challenges and create effective solutions. You will work with EY’s senior leaders to understand project approaches, develop client-delivered material, contribute to business development activities and research emerging issues in the financial services industry.   To excel in this role, you'll need to demonstrate leadership, provide deep insights through analysis, and solve complex problems. You should also have:

Demonstrated ability in Compliance Management Software and Enterprise Risk Strategy Optimization

Strong business acumen, including Relationship Management and Negotiation Skills

Learning agility and digital fluency

Ability to balance independent work with teamwork, providing direction and feedback to others

Staying abreast of timely regulatory and risk management updates while understanding clients’ unique challenges within their businesses. Collaborating with colleagues and leadership

Managing and deliver outstanding work products

Self-starter and naturally inquisitive, with a strong ability to research and think through challenging questions

To qualify for the role, you must have

A minimum Bachelor’s degree (MBA/MS preferred) in finance, economics, accounting, engineering or a related discipline

3+ years of relevant experience

Knowledge of financial services compliance practices, including the CMS, AML and Sanctions, or enterprise risk frameworks as disseminated by the federal and state regulatory bodies

A valid driver's license and passport required; willingness and ability to travel up to 10%

Compliance Management Software

Critical Evaluation

Enterprise Risk Strategy Optimization

ESG-Erm Integration

Financial Service Capabilities

Impact Assessment

Impact Measurement

Organizational Control Model Design

Policy and procedure implementation and control

Response Planning

Risk Identification

Stakeholder Management

Building and Managing Relationships

Client Trust and Value

Commercial Astuteness

Communicating With Impact

Complex Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Digital Fluency

Driving Outcomes

Global Mindset

Hybrid Collaboration

Leading Teams

Learning Agility

Managing Change

Negotiation and Influencing

Sector Knowledge

Sustainability

Ideally, you’ll also have

A strong understanding of global regulatory environments and the ability to navigate and advise on complex regulatory issues.

Experience working at or with FinTech’s or banking as a service sponsor banks

Relevant experience with the federal or state banking regulators is a plus

Experience with the design, development and implementation of internal controls for financial services business processes is a plus

Strong written and verbal communication skills for report writing and client presentations

Analytical skills: specifically, the ability to assess and decompose financial services industry processes utilizing a risk and control focus

Prior consulting experience preferred along with effective leadership, project management, and teamwork skills

Experience in leading digital transformation initiatives within risk management functions.

Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering client-centric solutions.

A track record of mentoring and developing junior team members and contributing to the growth of the practice.

What we look forWe seek top performers who demonstrate a blend of analytical prowess and creative problem-solving. Candidates should possess a strong sense of ownership, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to inspire trust and confidence in both clients and team members.What we offerWe offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $92,700 to $153,000. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $111,300 to $173,900. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.For those living in California, please click here (https://ey-preview.ey.com/content/ey-unified-site/ey-com/local/us/enus/home/legal-and-privacy/fair-chance-ordinance.html?token=68cf9ed2-94e5-4db9-83cf-5c6aa14619de) for additional information.EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com