Susquehanna International Group

Operational Risk Management

Susquehanna International Group • $90K — $120K *
Philadelphia, PA 19120In-Person
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years experience in operational risk or compliance roles
  • Strong familiarity with regulatory frameworks for market making and trading
  • Basic understanding of risk and control concepts
  • Exceptional organizational and documentation skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and data analysis tools
  • No visa sponsorship available for this position

Responsibilities

  • Assist in control testing and walkthroughs for effectiveness
  • Maintain internal control libraries and documentation
  • Facilitate Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) with teams
  • Track and analyze operational incidents and loss events
  • Run scenario analysis for risk assessment
  • Prepare dashboards and risk reports for senior stakeholders
  • Log and manage risk issues and audit findings

Benefits

  • Hands-on exposure to enterprise risk processes
  • Opportunity to contribute to critical risk reporting
  • Engagement with risk management frameworks
  • Collaboration with first-line teams on RCSAs
  • Potential career growth in risk management and compliance
Full Job Description
Overview

We are looking for a highly organized and motivated individual to support the development and execution of our Internal Controls and Operational Risk Management framework. This role offers hands-on exposure to enterprise risk processes, control testing, risk reporting, and incident tracking.

Key Responsibilities
  • Risk & Controls Support
    • Assist in performing control testing and walkthroughs to assess control design and effectiveness.
    • Help maintain the internal control library and documentation (e.g., narratives, risk/control matrices).
    • Support facilitation of Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) with first-line teams.
    • Record, track, and help analyze operational incidents and loss events.
    • Run scenario analysis
  • Data & Reporting
    • Collect and maintain risk and control data in internal systems.
    • Contribute to the preparation of dashboards, scorecards, and risk reports for senior stakeholders.
    • Support Key Risk Indicator (KRI) monitoring and escalation processes.
  • Operational Risk Processes
    • Log and follow up on risk issues, remediation plans, and audit findings.
    • Assist in reviewing vendor risk data, business continuity documentation, and third-party controls.
    • Help ensure compliance with internal risk policies and procedures.

What we're looking for

Required Qualifications
  • Industry experience in market making, algorithmic trading, or proprietary trading is strongly preferred, along with relevant familiarity with industry-specific regulatory frameworks.
  • 5-7 years of experience in operational risk, compliance, audit, or a related operational role.
  • Basic understanding of risk and control concepts (e.g., preventative vs. detective controls, risk assessments).
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and familiarity with data analysis tools.
  • Visa sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Exposure to internal audit, controls testing, or regulatory compliance is a plus.
  • Interest in pursuing professional certifications (e.g., CRMA, CIA, CISA).


Key Competencies
  • Detail-oriented and process-driven
  • Strong communication skills
  • Problem-solving mindset
  • A proven ability to manage competing priorities in a challenging, fast-paced environment
  • Discretion and integrity in handling sensitive data


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About Susquehanna International Group

Susquehanna International Group is a global quantitative trading firm that was founded in 1987. The company specializes in trading options, futures, equities, and other securities. It has offices in North America, Europe, and Asia and employs over 2,500 people. The company is known for its innovative trading strategies and advanced technology. It is also involved in venture capital and private equity investments.
Learn more about Susquehanna International Group
Size
2,500 employees
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Founded
1987
* Ladders Estimates

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