The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc

Risk, Operational Risk, Vice President, Dallas

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc$160K — $190K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong business acumen and understanding of data governance processes or operational risks in banking
  • Expertise in enterprise risk management best practices and controls
  • 7+ years of experience in operational risk or data governance within financial institutions or consultancy roles
  • Proficient in data analysis tools like SQL, Excel, and Alteryx for metrics design
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for impactful presentations
  • Able to thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining strong delivery focus
  • Strong organizational skills with project management experience preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Data Science, Economics, Computer Science, or related fields

Responsibilities

  • Lead initiatives to enhance data management operations through evidence-based challenges
  • Monitor and analyze operational risks from data management practices
  • Conduct divisional risk profile assessments and report to senior management
  • Propose and track operational risk appetite and monitor trends
  • Facilitate risk event data collection and perform trend reviews
  • Assess data-related operational risks from new acquisitions and products
  • Ensure consistency in risk and control self-assessments across the division
  • Stay updated on regulatory changes impacting data governance
  • Improve operational risk methods and contribute to risk management framework
  • Drive initiatives to enhance overall risk management practices

Benefits

  • Diversity and inclusion focus in the workplace
  • Opportunities for professional and personal growth through training and development
  • Wellness and personal finance offerings
  • Mindfulness programs available for employees
  • Commitment to reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities
Full Job Description
Job Description

Risk Division

The Risk Division develops comprehensive processes to monitor, assess and manage the risk of expected and unexpected events that may have an adverse impact on the firm. Risk teams play a critical function for the firm, driving how the firm takes and manages risk.

Vice President, Operational Risk Assessments Team

The Operational Risk Assessment Execution team within Operational Risk is responsible for developing and implementing a standardized framework to identify, measure, monitor, and assess operational risk across the firm. The Associate will support the execution, enhancement, and strategic evolution of the firm's Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) program.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the execution of business-as-usual (BAU) RCSA activities, including assessment planning, stakeholder engagement, governance, and execution against established timelines
  • Drive analysis of assessment results, risk information, and control data to identify key themes, emerging risks, and areas requiring management attention
  • Develop and deliver reporting, dashboards, and management materials that provide senior leadership and governance forums with insight into the firm's operational risk profile and assessment outcomes
  • Lead strategic initiatives to enhance assessment methodologies, frameworks, tools, and operating processes, improving effectiveness and consistency across the program
  • Manage regulatory, audit, and remediation activities related to the operational risk assessment framework, ensuring timely and sustainable outcomes
  • Oversee complex cross-functional projects and framework uplift initiatives, driving alignment across stakeholders and deliverables
  • Provide thought leadership and subject matter expertise on assessment requirements, standards, and methodologies

Qualifications
  • 5-10 years of experience in Risk Management, Internal Audit, Compliance, or a related financial services role
  • Strong understanding of operational risk management frameworks and risk assessment methodologies, including Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSA)
  • Demonstrated experience leading large-scale risk assessment, governance, or framework enhancement initiatives
  • Experience managing complex projects and driving execution across multiple workstreams and stakeholders
  • Proven ability to manage projects and coordinate deliverables across multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Self-motivated, collaborative, and intellectually curious, with a demonstrated ability to lead initiatives and drive change
  • Bachelor's degree required

About The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. provides investment banking, securities, and investment management services, as well as financial services to corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net-worth individuals worldwide. Its Investment Banking segment offers financial advisory services, including advisory assignments concerning mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, corporate defense, risk management, and restructurings and spin-offs; and underwriting services comprising public offerings and private placements of a range of securities, loans, and other financial instruments, and derivative transactions. The company’s Institutional Client Services segment provides client execution services, such as fixed income, currency, and commodities client execution related to making markets in interest rate products, credit products, mortgages, currencies, and commodities; and equities related to making markets in equity products, as well as executes and clears institutional client transactions on stock, options, and futures exchanges. This segment also engages in the securities services business providing financing, securities lending, and other brokerage services to institutional clients, including hedge funds, mutual funds, pension funds, and foundations. Its Investing and Lending segment originates longer-term loans; and invests in debt securities, loans, public and private equity securities, real estate, consolidated investment entities, distressed assets, currencies, commodities, and power generation facilities. The company’s investment management segment provides investment products and services, as well as offers wealth advisory services, including portfolio management and financial counseling, and brokerage and other transaction services.

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. Careers

Join the prestigious team at The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., a global leader in finance and investments, and propel your career to new heights. Our firm is renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership in the financial sector.

Work You’ll Do

At Goldman Sachs, you will be part of a dynamic environment that fosters growth, diversity, and professional development. Engage in transformative projects that redefine the landscape of global finance, driven by a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.

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Goldman Sachs is not just a workplace. It is a community where you can build lasting relationships with colleagues and industry leaders. Our networking events, mentorship programs, and professional groups foster connections that can accelerate your career trajectory.

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Invest in your future with Goldman Sachs’ unparalleled employee benefits and career development programs. From comprehensive health benefits to personalized career coaching and leadership training, we ensure that our team is equipped for success, both professionally and personally.

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Learn more about The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc
Size
45,100 employees
Market Cap
$115.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$9.4 billion
Founded
1869
5 Year Trend
+11.3%
Revenue
$53.4 billion
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