Process Improvement Analyst, Senior Specialist

Global Risk And Security (Gr&s) At Vanguard

Global Risk and Security (GR&S) at Vanguard enables business strategy, protects client and Vanguard interests (e.g., assets and data), and stewards a strong risk culture. Our teams leverage enterprise-wide insights, deep expertise, and trusted advice so that across Vanguard leaders and crew drive faster, stronger, risk-informed decisions.

Within GR&S, the Enterprise Security and Fraud (ES&F) sub-division is responsible for the global protection of Vanguard crew, property, data, and client assets. We are the trusted advisors that protect the pride of Vanguard with state-of-the-art security and fraud capabilities. We are a world-class destination of highly engaged, passionate, and diverse talent expected to continuously learn and develop in an ever-changing security landscape.

Our crew are our greatest resource by joining our team you will build collaborative long-term relationships and enjoy a suite of benefits that includes comprehensive health and wellness care, work-life balance, and an investment in your future at its core.

Process Improvement Analyst, Senior Specialist

The Process Improvement Analyst, Senior Specialist serves as a senior level expert on complex projects to support operations teams in process improvement methodology (e.g., Lean, Agile, etc.) to drive business and client impact. Serves as a senior level expert and leads complex or large process improvement initiatives using process improvement methodology (e.g., Lean, Agile, etc.) to develop, identify, analyze, and improve existing business processes. Applies functional expertise to improve business and client results

• Leads development and application of process definition, improvement and design methodologies to identify, analyze and improve business processes to improve quality, reduce costs, increase efficiencies / productivity, increase customer satisfaction, etc.
• Concatenates process improvement data and uses key metrics to measure outcomes on the most complex initiatives.
• Leads process improvement initiatives from inception through implementation ensuring deadlines are met. Defines scope and requirements, establishes timeline, and ensures timely completion of deliverables.
• Leads development of documentation to support analysis and improvement including business requirements, functional specifications, process maps, and gap / problem analyses.
• Develops and manages effective working relationships with internal clients (primarily senior leaders) and key stakeholders.
• Develops training and / or change management materials and activities to support new processes and procedures, and to support the enterprise-wide adoption of process improvement methodologies.
• Coordinates follow-up meetings for project teams using process improvement tools to ensure work is completed and improvements are maintained. Plans and implements quality assurance and compliance processes.
• Leverages technical expertise to coach other process improvement crew through complex or enterprise wide initiatives. Develops coaching methods to guide teams in using and sharing data to improve outcomes, delivery, and organizational support.
• Maintains working knowledge of the wealth management, Fintech, and financial services industry, understanding the trends of a changing business landscape and translating those insights into potential impacts for the firm. Evolves approaches to process improvement to account for industry trends.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

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Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a missionwe're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.