Mid Level Operational Risk Manager Jobs
Mid level operational risk manager jobs go to professionals ready to own risk assessments end to end, mentor analysts, and drive mitigation decisions with limited oversight. Openings are concentrated across Construction & Real Estate, Banking & Financial Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, with 0% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Ames Construction, Lord Abbett, and Regions Bank hiring at this level now.
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Job Description
At Regions, the Business Unit Operational Risk Analyst works within a given line of business to help ensure the line of business operations are conducted in compliance with regulatory and legal requirements and per the organization’s policy. The analyst works as part of the first line of defense team and alongside the first line, second line and enterprise support units to ensure the effective execution of the Operational Risk Framework across the assigned business line.
Primary Responsibilities
- Conducts compliance reviews and provides oversight of legal entities, business units and processes
- Maintains documentation and reports to management regarding compliance and potential issues
- Provides analysis of the execution of our operational risk management framework, including: risk and control self-assessments, new initiative risk assessments, operational risk/loss events, scenario analysis, emerging risk identification, and front line risk assessments
- Analyzes compliance processes and reports to management, comparing current process with identified process and policy
- Analyzes and tests assigned business initiatives for adherence to policy
- Assists in the review of contracts, agreements and statements of work
- Prepares and maintains risk management documentation and risk reports
- Provides timely update of operational risk issues and decisions to managers
- Leads development of the overall risk assessment program and action plans to mitigate operational risks
- May supervise day-to-day work of other professional level operational risk associates
This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and five (5) years' experience in finance, risk or operations, with experience in the specific business line operations
- Or High School Diploma or GED and nine (9) years' experience in finance, risk or operations, with experience in the specific business line operations
Skills And Competencies
- Attention to detail
- Excellent analytical and management reporting skills
- Excellent communications skills
- Organizational and time management skills
This position will require a minimum of four (4) days in-office at our Atlanta, GA Midtown location. Candidates with Capital Markets, Investment Banking, and/or Securities operations first-line risk experience are very strongly preferred. This position does not require any securities licenses.
Position Type
Full time
Compensation Details
Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job. The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.
- Minimum Job Range Target: $87,680.09 USD
- Median: $112,476.00 USD
Incentive Pay Plans
This job may participate in an annual discretionary bonus plan.
Benefits Information
Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.
- Paid Vacation/Sick Time
- 401K with Company Match
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Disability Benefits
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Associate Volunteer Program
Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time.
Location Details
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.
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Mid Level Operational Risk Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level operational risk manager job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just support. Highlight risk frameworks you have led, assessments you have delivered independently, and any cross-functional work where you drove outcomes. Tailor your resume to the specific risk domain in each posting, whether that is operational controls, third-party risk, or regulatory compliance, and use concrete results rather than task lists to show the depth employers expect at this stage.
Which companies hire mid level operational risk managers?
Companies hiring mid level operational risk managers right now include Ames Construction, Lord Abbett, and Regions Bank, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level is spread across large financial institutions, insurance carriers, and regulated enterprises that need professionals who can operate independently within established risk programs.
Are there remote mid level operational risk manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and sector. About 0% of mid level operational risk manager openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with financial services and technology firms offering the most flexibility. Roles tied to on-site audits, bank examinations, or in-person committee meetings tend to require at least a hybrid schedule.
How do I move up to a mid level operational risk manager role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built on deepening one risk domain, taking ownership of deliverables rather than assisting on them, and generating measurable impact. Earning a recognized certification such as a Certified Risk and Information Systems Control or Operational Risk Manager credential signals readiness. Volunteering to lead smaller projects, presenting findings to stakeholders, and building fluency in risk tools all accelerate the transition.
Which industries hire the most mid level operational risk managers?
Mid Level operational risk manager roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Banking & Financial Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they operate under strict regulatory oversight and require professionals who can independently manage control testing, incident tracking, and governance reporting without constant senior direction.