Operational Risk Officer Jobs
Operational Risk Officer jobs are open across banking, insurance, fintech, and asset management, from analyst-level to VP and chief risk officer, with specializations in enterprise risk frameworks, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Discover your future at Citi
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of approximately 219,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
Job Overview
The Data Governance Foundation Sr Lead Analyst is responsible for leading activities that contribute to the definition of the Enterprise Data Governance Strategy, and/or Data Risk and Control Framework and Data Risk Taxonomy, and plays a critical role in leading activities to support implementation of the Data Governance Policy/Data Risk and Control framework.
This job requires excellent communication skills needed to negotiate internally, often at a senior level. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required to guide and influence others, in particular, colleagues in other areas and occasional external customers. Accountable for significant direct business results or authoritative advice regarding the operations of the business.
Responsibilities:
- Liaise with partners to lead in establishing, managing and implementing policy adoption plans, compliance metrics, communications and training
- Lead business analysis through collection, analysis, review, documentation and communication of business needs and requirements, to understand requirements and aligning these to Data Governance and/or Data Risk and Controls standards to drive appropriate solutions
- Contribute to the establishment of Data Governance and/or Data Risk and Controls standards in alignment with Enterprise Chief Data Office, and ensure proper documentation of processes
- Support key Data Transformation projects across the organization as Subject Matter Expert in data policies
- Lead activities to ensure roles and responsibilities related to data are understood and implemented across businesses
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure timely execution of milestones, provide reporting of potential risks to delivery, and incorporate milestone reporting and changes
- Capture requirements, develops delivery plans and manages the entire lifecycle of metrics and report production
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
Recommended Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience, Banking or Finance industry preferred in a Data Governance/ Data Management/ Process Engineering or related area
- Communicates effectively, develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences; able to drive consensus, and influence relationships at all levels
- Collaborates effectively by building partnerships and working well with others to meet shared objectives
- Strong negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills across a variety of stakeholders at different levels
- Optimizes work processes by balancing effective / efficient processes with a focus on continuous improvement. Demonstrates ability to balance between seeing the “big picture” while paying close attention to detail
- Organizational savvy: understands systems, management processes, knows where to go for information and how to interpret them
- Working knowledge of Data Operating Model practices, Data Governance and Data Compliance within large, financial services firms
Education:
- Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred
- Working Environment: office setting, minimal travelling and working hours in the office may be required during projects.
- Effort: minimal physical effort required. High levels of prolonged and intense concentration may be required in front of computer.
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Job Family Group:
Data Governance-
Job Family:
Data Governance Foundation-
Time Type:
Full time-
Primary Location:
Getzville New York United States-
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$125,200.00 - $187,800.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
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Most Relevant Skills
Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality, Internal Controls, Management Reporting, Policy, Procedure, and Regulation, Program Management, Risk Controls and Monitors.-
Other Relevant Skills
Credible Challenge, Data Analysis, Laws and Regulations, Policy and Procedure, Referral and Escalation, Risk Identification and Assessment, Risk Remediation.-
Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Nov 13, 2026-
Automated Processing and AI
We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.
Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.
Illinois residents – AI Notice and Right (opens in new window)
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Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Discover your future at Citi
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of approximately 219,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
Job Overview
The Data Governance Foundation Sr Lead Analyst is responsible for leading activities that contribute to the definition of the Enterprise Data Governance Strategy, and/or Data Risk and Control Framework and Data Risk Taxonomy, and plays a critical role in leading activities to support implementation of the Data Governance Policy/Data Risk and Control framework.
This job requires excellent communication skills needed to negotiate internally, often at a senior level. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required to guide and influence others, in particular, colleagues in other areas and occasional external customers. Accountable for significant direct business results or authoritative advice regarding the operations of the business.
Responsibilities:
- Liaise with partners to lead in establishing, managing and implementing policy adoption plans, compliance metrics, communications and training
- Lead business analysis through collection, analysis, review, documentation and communication of business needs and requirements, to understand requirements and aligning these to Data Governance and/or Data Risk and Controls standards to drive appropriate solutions
- Contribute to the establishment of Data Governance and/or Data Risk and Controls standards in alignment with Enterprise Chief Data Office, and ensure proper documentation of processes
- Support key Data Transformation projects across the organization as Subject Matter Expert in data policies
- Lead activities to ensure roles and responsibilities related to data are understood and implemented across businesses
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure timely execution of milestones, provide reporting of potential risks to delivery, and incorporate milestone reporting and changes
- Capture requirements, develops delivery plans and manages the entire lifecycle of metrics and report production
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
Recommended Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience, Banking or Finance industry preferred in a Data Governance/ Data Management/ Process Engineering or related area
- Communicates effectively, develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences; able to drive consensus, and influence relationships at all levels
- Collaborates effectively by building partnerships and working well with others to meet shared objectives
- Strong negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills across a variety of stakeholders at different levels
- Optimizes work processes by balancing effective / efficient processes with a focus on continuous improvement. Demonstrates ability to balance between seeing the “big picture” while paying close attention to detail
- Organizational savvy: understands systems, management processes, knows where to go for information and how to interpret them
- Working knowledge of Data Operating Model practices, Data Governance and Data Compliance within large, financial services firms
Education:
- Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred
- Working Environment: office setting, minimal travelling and working hours in the office may be required during projects.
- Effort: minimal physical effort required. High levels of prolonged and intense concentration may be required in front of computer.
-
Job Family Group:
Data Governance-
Job Family:
Data Governance Foundation-
Time Type:
Full time-
Primary Location:
Getzville New York United States-
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$125,200.00 - $187,800.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
-
Most Relevant Skills
Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality, Internal Controls, Management Reporting, Policy, Procedure, and Regulation, Program Management, Risk Controls and Monitors.-
Other Relevant Skills
Credible Challenge, Data Analysis, Laws and Regulations, Policy and Procedure, Referral and Escalation, Risk Identification and Assessment, Risk Remediation.-
Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Nov 13, 2026-
Automated Processing and AI
We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.
Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.
Illinois residents – AI Notice and Right (opens in new window)
-
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services
- Fintech
- Investment & Asset Management
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operational risk officer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field
- Experience conducting or supporting Risk and Control Self-Assessments and key risk indicator reporting
- Working knowledge of Basel III operational risk capital frameworks and regulatory guidance
- Proficiency with GRC platforms such as Archer, MetricStream, or ServiceNow IRM
- FRM, CFA, or CAMS certification preferred for mid-level and senior positions
- Strong data analysis skills using SQL, Excel, or Tableau for risk reporting and trend identification
Tips for Your Operational Risk Officer Job Search
Align your resume to risk frameworks
Operational risk officer job descriptions almost always name a specific framework, such as Basel III, RCSA, or COSO. Tailor your resume to mirror the exact framework language in each posting so your application clears automated screening without being filtered out.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists operational risk officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your regulatory examination experience
Examiners from the OCC, FDIC, or Federal Reserve look for candidates who have navigated regulatory exams firsthand. If you've prepared MRAs, managed examiner requests, or tracked remediation timelines, name those activities explicitly on your resume.
Get your FRM or SCR certification queued
Many mid-level and senior operational risk officer postings list the FRM or the SCR as preferred or required. If you're between roles, completing or progressing toward one of these credentials materially strengthens your candidacy before you interview.
Prep case studies around loss events you managed
Operational risk interview panels routinely ask you to walk through a real loss event or near-miss you identified and remediated. Prepare two or three tight narratives that cover root cause analysis, control gaps you found, and what changed after your recommendation.
Negotiate scope alongside title and compensation
Operational risk officer roles vary widely in whether you own the RCSA process, report to a CRO, or sit inside a business unit. Before you accept, clarify reporting structure and whether the role sets policy or only implements it, as that affects your long-term career trajectory.
Operational Risk Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most operational risk officers?
The most active employers for operational risk officers right now are Citi, KeyBank, and Truist, and the most openings are in New York, North Carolina, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in large financial institutions, insurance carriers, and financial technology firms with regulated products.
How many operational risk officer jobs are remote?
About 60% of operational risk officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability skewing toward roles focused on policy writing, GRC platform administration, and third-party risk oversight rather than on-site audit or examiner-facing positions, which more often require a physical presence.
How do you become an operational risk officer?
Start with a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, then enter the industry in an audit, compliance, or risk analyst role where you gain exposure to control testing and loss event reporting. Build toward an FRM or similar credential, develop hands-on experience with an RCSA process, and move into a dedicated operational risk title as you take on program ownership responsibilities.
Can you get hired as an operational risk officer with little experience?
Entry-level operational risk officer roles do exist, particularly at large banks and insurance companies that run formal analyst programs. Emphasize transferable skills such as internal audit experience, compliance testing, or data analysis work. A demonstrated understanding of risk frameworks and even a partial FRM designation signals seriousness to hiring managers evaluating candidates without direct prior-title experience.
What does the operational risk officer interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four rounds: an initial recruiter screen, a technical interview covering your knowledge of risk frameworks and regulatory requirements, a behavioral panel focused on past loss events or control failures you managed, and a final conversation with a senior risk leader or CRO. Some firms add a written case study asking you to assess a hypothetical control gap.
Where can I find and apply to operational risk officer jobs?
You can find and apply to operational risk officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits your background.
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