TransUnion

Senior Risk Management Analyst

TransUnion$67K — $112K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Accounting, Compliance, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in enterprise risk management, operational risk, or internal audit.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks and control principles.
  • Experience conducting risk assessments and control testing activities.
  • Background in regulated industries such as financial services or fintech.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills to assess control effectiveness.
  • Ability to communicate findings clearly to varied stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Execute activities within the ORCA Program to support the Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
  • Develop and maintain control testing methodologies and protocols.
  • Conduct control testing activities and assess control design effectiveness.
  • Identify gaps in controls and collaborate with stakeholders on improvements.
  • Support investigations of operational incidents and enhance controls where needed.
  • Analyze and present risk and control findings to stakeholders.
  • Assess compliance with risk management policies across business processes.

Benefits

  • Day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, plus options for voluntary coverage.
  • Support for adoption, fertility planning, and caregiver assistance.
  • 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Tuition reimbursement and flexible paid time off arrangements.
Full Job Description

Team Overview

The Operational Risk and Control Assurance (ORCA) team is responsible for strengthening TransUnion's risk management framework by ensuring key business processes have effective controls in place to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate operational risks. Reporting to the Operational Risk Manager within the Risk Assurance organization, this team partners across the business to support risk assessments, control testing, incident reviews, and continuous improvement of the enterprise risk management program. This role reports to Director of Risk Management. This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.

Role Overview and Core Responsibilities

  • Execute activities within the Operational Risk and Control Assurance (ORCA) Program, supporting TransUnion's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
  • Develop and maintain control testing methodologies, testing scripts, and testing protocols for key operational controls.
  • Perform control testing activities, including review of supporting evidence to assess control design and operating effectiveness.
  • Identify control gaps, weaknesses, or improvement opportunities and partner with stakeholders to strengthen risk mitigation efforts.
  • Support investigations following operational incidents or risk events and assist in designing enhanced controls where necessary.
  • Analyze risk, control, and testing results and present findings to business stakeholders and risk leadership.
  • Assess compliance with risk management policies, standards, and control requirements across business processes.
  • Document testing results, observations, recommendations, and remediation activities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive a strong risk and control culture throughout the organization.

Required Knowledge and Experiences

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Accounting, Compliance, or a related discipline.
  • 3-5 years of experience in enterprise risk management, operational risk, control testing, compliance, internal audit, or control assurance activities.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks, operational risk concepts, and internal control principles.
  • Experience conducting or supporting risk assessments, control testing, risk monitoring, or audit activities.
  • Experience working within a regulated industry such as financial services, banking, insurance, fintech, or other compliance-driven environments.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate control effectiveness and recommend practical improvements.
  • Ability to communicate risk and control findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Required Technical Skills
  • Microsoft Excel for data analysis, control testing documentation, and reporting.
  • Microsoft PowerPoint for preparing risk presentations and executive reporting materials.
  • Microsoft Word for documenting testing results, control assessments, and risk procedures.
  • Microsoft SharePoint for document management, collaboration, and control evidence storage.
  • Ability to analyze, organize, and present risk-related data effectively.
We're also looking for the preferred skills below. Whether you are proficient or could use some brushing up, we're happy to support your career development and growth in:
  • Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) certifications such as CCEP, ARM, GRCP, or similar credentials.
  • Experience supporting enterprise-wide risk and compliance programs.
  • Exposure to control monitoring, issue remediation, and risk reporting processes.
  • Knowledge of operational risk management best practices within financial services organizations.
  • Experience partnering with business stakeholders to improve controls, governance, and risk management maturity.

Benefits that support every part of your life:

At TransUnion, we design benefits to help you feel well, do well, and plan well—from day one.

For Your Health: Enjoy day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose tax‑advantaged HSA and FSA accounts to make everyday care more affordable.

For Your Protection: We’ve got your back with company‑paid basic life and AD&D, optional voluntary life and AD&D for you and your family, and short‑ and long‑term disability. You can also opt into a legal plan, pet insurance, and travel accident coverage.

For Your Family: From adoption assistance and fertility planning coverage to caregiver support, we’re here for every chapter. Access Dependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentary Care[redacted] membership, and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return.

For Your Future: Build toward what’s next with our 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tap financial wellness resources, career coaching, and optional long‑term care insurance to plan confidently.

For You: Grow and recharge with tuition reimbursement, flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees, up to 12 paid holidays per year, commuter benefits, employee discounts, charitable gift matching, and paid volunteer time off, plus corporate volunteer events that make it easy to give back.

For Your Wellness: Access 24/7 support including professional therapy, coaching, and emotional well‑being programs alongside guided meditation and resources that support physical, mental, social, and financial wellness.

Pay Scale Information:

The U.S. base salary range for this position is $67,500.00 - $112,500 annually. *The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this job. At TransUnion, actual compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individual’s education, training, work experience, job-related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations. Regular, fulltime non-sales positions may be eligible to participate in TransUnion’s annual bonus plan. Certain positions may be also eligible for long-term incentives and other payments based on applicable company guidance and plan documents.

TransUnion's Internal Job Title:

Sr Analyst, Risk Management

Company:

TransUnion LLC

About TransUnion

TransUnion is a consumer credit reporting agency. TransUnion collects and aggregates information on over one billion individual consumers in over thirty countries including "200 million files profiling nearly every credit-active consumer in the United States". Its customers include over 65,000 businesses. Based in Chicago, Illinois, TransUnion's 2014 revenue was US$1.3 billion.
Learn more about TransUnion
Size
10,200 employees
Market Cap
$10.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$343.1 million
Founded
1968
5 Year Trend
+11.7%
Revenue
$2.7 billion
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