Charles Schwab

Senior Manager, Financial Risk Program Management

Charles Schwab • $120K — $150K *
Southlake, TX 76092In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 8 to 10 years in financial services, focusing on treasury or financial risk management
  • Deep knowledge of regulatory governance requirements in financial risks
  • CFA, FRM certification or MBA in finance preferred
  • 5+ years’ experience in RCSA methodology and principles

Responsibilities

  • Lead financial risk assessment activities for annual capital stress testing
  • Oversee documentation of effective challenges for capital stress testing
  • Identify opportunities to automate governance workflows for consistency and scalability
  • Support model governance oversight and issue remediation
  • Perform oversight of financial risk RCSA activities, including review of assessments
  • Enhance financial risk management program elements such as governance and policies
  • Serve as a primary contact for financial risk stakeholders to support coordination

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work within a well-established team
  • Engagement in high-level financial risk management
  • Exposure to regulatory standards and procedures
  • Chance to influence governance and oversight processes
  • Professional development opportunities through teamwork and cross-functional initiatives
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

The Financial Risk Program Management (FRPM) team within Corporate Risk Management provides independent second-line oversight across financial risk programs at Schwab. The team is responsible for strengthening governance, policies and standards, risk assessments, controls oversight, testing, and issue management to ensure these activities are consistently designed, executed, and aligned with regulatory and enterprise expectations. As part of the Financial Risk Management group, FRPM enables informed financial risk decisions through credible, transparent, and effective independent oversight and program management.

 

The FRPM team is seeking a Senior Manager to join its multi-functional team in an individual contributor capacity. In this role, you will help advance the team’s second-line oversight of financial risk by enhancing governance, strengthening internal controls oversight, supporting risk assessment and issue management activities, and maintaining policies, standards, and procedures that align with the Firm’s risk appetite and regulatory expectations.

 

What you are good at:

  • Lead second-line financial risk identification and assessment activities for the firm’s annual capital stress testing program, including identification of material risk drivers, development of supporting narratives, and appropriate event creation

  • Oversee documentation of effective challenges for the firm’s annual capital stress testing program, including supporting successful remediation and providing reports to capital stress testing governance forums

  • Identify and drive opportunities to automate governance workflows to improve consistency, scalability, and alignment with requirements

  • Support model governance oversight for FRM through activities such as issue remediation

  • Perform second-line oversight of financial risk RCSA activities, including review and challenge of risk and control assessments, issue identification, and issue management across credit, market, liquidity, capital, and related financial risk areas

  • Enhance key elements of the financial risk management program, including governance, policies, frameworks, standards, and procedures, to support effective oversight of financial risks

  • Support emerging strategic and program initiatives on behalf of Financial Risk Management, including cross-functional efforts to strengthen financial risk governance, oversight, and execution

  • Serve as a primary second-line point of contact for financial risk stakeholders, including FRM subject matter experts, Treasury, Enterprise & Operational Risk Management, and Internal Audit, to support coordination, credible challenge, and program execution

  • Apply strong knowledge of financial risk regulatory requirements and supervisory expectations, including Enhanced Prudential Standards, Regulation LL, Regulation WW, SR 10-6, and SR 26-2, to strengthen financial risk policies, processes, and governance

What you have

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • 8 to 10 years of working experience within the financial services industry, preferably with a focus on treasury or financial risk management (credit, market, capital and liquidity)

  • Deep knowledge of regulatory governance requirements in financial risks

Preferred Qualifications:

  • CFA, FRM certification or MBA in finance

  • 5+ years’ experience in RCSA methodology and principles

  • Well-developed organizational and interpersonal skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills to interact with business partners and senior management

  • Demonstrated ability to use good judgment and to work independently

  • Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing requirements and assignments

About Charles Schwab

Charles Schwab is a financial services company that provides a full range of securities, brokerage, banking, money management, financial advisory, investor, and retirement plan services. It operates in four main divisions; investing, wealth management, banking, and trading. Charles Schwab provides a full-service brokerage platform that serves individual investors who invest on their own or through a workplace-sponsored retirement or equity plan, as well as banking through Schwab Bank. The firm was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Charles Schwab Careers

Join the vibrant team at Charles Schwab, a leader in global finance, where your career is propelled by innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and professional growth. At Charles Schwab, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for you to make a significant impact on the industry and our clients' lives.

Work You’ll Do

At Charles Schwab, we are dedicated to helping our clients manage their financial futures. Being part of our team means you'll work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the financial services industry. Our culture thrives on teamwork, integrity, and relentless dedication to our clients. Whether you're looking for a position in financial consulting, technology, or administrative support, Charles Schwab offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will be honed and your achievements recognized.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead through innovation. Charles Schwab’s commitment to technology and innovation is fundamental to our service delivery. By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of developing new solutions that redefine the future of finance. Your leadership can guide significant projects that impact our company and the industry.

Grow Your Career

Charles Schwab believes in fostering the growth of its employees. Whether through professional development programs, diversity training, or leadership workshops, we ensure that our team members receive the support and training they need to advance their careers. With a variety of career paths available, your job at Schwab can evolve with your interests and expertise.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Start your professional journey with Charles Schwab through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We seek individuals who are passionate, curious, and ready to drive change. A career at Schwab is not just about having a job; it's about building a lasting relationship with a company that values your potential.

Benefits and Culture

Charles Schwab is renowned for its employee-friendly culture. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial stability, and work-life balance of our team members. From competitive salaries and bonuses to health insurance and retirement plans, Schwab ensures that your career is as rewarding as it is enriching.

Networking and Professional Development

Expand your professional network and enhance your skills through our various networking events, mentorship programs, and training sessions. At Charles Schwab, we believe in leveraging collective expertise to foster learning and innovation. Engage with leaders, gain insights from experienced professionals, and build relationships that will aid your career trajectory.

Join Our Team

Explore the numerous career paths available at Charles Schwab and discover how your talents can be utilized to their fullest potential. Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring across various disciplines and look forward to adding innovative, driven individuals to our team.

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Visit our careers page to review current job openings, submit your resume, and prepare for your interview. At Charles Schwab, your future is waiting. [SEARCH CHARLES SCHWAB JOBS] Join Charles Schwab today and be part of a team that values diversity, innovation, and leadership—where your career can thrive in the exciting world of finance.
Learn more about Charles Schwab
Size
34,200 employees
Market Cap
$151.6 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$3.2 billion
Founded
1973
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$12.1 billion
NASDAQ
SCHW
* Ladders Estimates

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