Risk Manager

LaSalle Network has partnered with a lucrative financial services firm in Rosemont, IL, in their search for a Risk Manager to join their team.

If you have been the financial decision maker that drives business in measurable ways, this role is for you. As the Risk Manager , you will play a crucial role in ensuring effective financial risk management practices for our clien t .

Your responsibilities will span regulatory compliance, financial crime compliance (FCC), corporate governance, enterprise risk management, internal controls and internal audit.

You'll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to provide strategic sourcing services and maintain efficient controls to manage organizational and strategic risks.

This is a hybrid, contract role and will pay between $65-70 / hour.

Risk Manager Responsibilities :

• Lead and grow a team focused on financial risk management and compliance
• Provide guidance and mentorship to 3 financial risk analysts
• Offer expertise related to regulatory compliance, FCC, corporate governance and internal controls
• Assist organizations in maintaining effective and efficient financial controls
• Assess and manage financial risks across various areas within this financial services industry
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks and enhance organizational resilience
• Work closely with global banking, capital markets, asset management and insurance teams
• Provide integrated advisory, assurance, tax and transaction services
• Keep abreast of modern technology advancements and apply them to problem-solving
• Leverage technology for continuous learning and service improvement

Risk Manager Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in a finance, accounting, business or related field
• 5+ years prior experience in financial risk management, compliance or related roles
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Risk Manager, Certified Financial Crime Specialist) are preferred
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Power Bi preferred

Please apply if you have financial Risk Management experience within the financial services industry and would like to work on a long-term consulting engagement as a Risk Manager .

Even if you don't meet all the requirements, we still would like to speak with you!

Thank you,

Andrea Cipolla

Recruiting Lead

LaSalle Network

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m / f / d / v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite.

With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search.

LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.

LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided.

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