Job Description

About Sia 

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. We believe optimism is a force multiplier, helping clients to mitigate downside and maximize opportunity. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes. 

Strategy & Management Consulting 

Sia’s Strategy & Management Consulting global footprint and expertise in more than 40 sectors and services allow us to enhance our clients' businesses worldwide. We guide their projects and initiatives in strategy, business transformation, IT & digital strategy.

Financial Institutions have drastically changed over the last decade, driven by increased regulatory constraints, diverse competition inside and beyond traditional banking organizations, and emerging technologies reshaping long-standing ecosystems. Sia’s  Financial Services Business Unit  provides a comprehensive suite of core capabilities designed to address the diverse and evolving needs of our clients, enabling them to navigate complex challenges, seize new opportunities, and achieve their strategic objectives in an increasingly competitive and dynamic business environment. 

Job Description

Our US Risk, Compliance and Ethics team is an integral part of our Financial Services practice, providing support to our clients in Operational Risk Management preparing for:

• Regulatory compliance 
• Risk and control assessments 
• Governance & reporting 
• Measurement & reporting 
• Data modeling 
• Training 
• Risk appetite 

Responsibilities :

• Apply strategic and critical thinking to develop recommendations and risk management strategies that address client challenges in Operational Risk Management including governance, roles and responsibilities, risk and control self-assessments (RCSAs), risk mitigation efforts, risk appetite and tolerance, key risk indicators, reporting 
• Help the client introduce automation and innovative methodologies to enhance the efficiency of their operational risk assessment framework 
• Stay current on the regulatory requirements of various operational risks standards and reporting frameworks and communicate that information both internally and externally; help the client in managing compliance programs and regulatory risks 
• Collaborate with cross-functional key client stakeholders across the enterprise to help establish operational risks alignment and drive decisions needed to meet risk management strategies 
• Support on a range of client delivery, as part of an on-site or remote project team, including assessments 
• Demonstrate team building and project management skills 
• Contribute to proposal development and marketing, and contribute to developing business opportunities 

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant experience in Non-Financial Risk, Operational Risk Management (ORM), or Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) in Financial Services 
• Experience with common GRC tools/systems preferred 
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Risk Management, Finance or business 
• Experience in critically and objectively analyzing problems and facilitate solutions 
• Experience in risk and control assessment in either the first, second or third line of defense 
• Experience in enhancing and/or conducting assessments of risk frameworks, policies and procedures, processes, and providing recommendations to enhance the current state of ORM 
• Experience in managing reporting with KPIs and KRIs and drafting remediation plans; experience with data analytics & visualization preferred 
• Understanding of responsibilities of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd lines of defense in managing risks 
• Ability to manage large complex stakeholder groups and proven track record in project management 
• Experience working hands-on with cross-functional teams, including Compliance, Legal, Procurement, Information Security, Business Continuity, Privacy in assessing risks and controls 
• Experience communicating with cross functional groups such as internal clients, vendors as well as senior management 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications/Google Suite products
• Based in New York 

Additional Information

Compensation & Benefits 

We believe in supporting our team professionally and personally. Here’s a snapshot of the comprehensive benefits you’ll enjoy as part of Sia. 

Competitive Compensation 

• Annual base salary starting at 88K, commensurate with experience and

  qualifications

• Annual performance based discretionary bonus 

Robust Health Coverage 

• 3 Medical plans

• Dental and Vision

• Life, AD&D and other voluntary insurance

Tax-Advantaged Accounts 

• 401K retirement plan 

• 4% matching and 100% vested upon enrollment 

• Health Savings Account (HSA) 

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Health, Dependent Care, Commuter 

Family Friendly Benefits

• 100% paid parental leave for all new parents with eligible tenure 

• Building Healthy Families program if enrolled through Medical plan 

Time Off to Recharge 

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy 

• 9 company holidays plus 1 floating holiday

Extras that Make Life Easier 

• College savings and student loan repayment assistance 

• Monthly cell phone stipend 

• Access to wellness programs at no cost if enrolled through Medical plan, including: 

  • Gym membership reimbursement 

  • LiveHealth Online virtual care 

  • Personalized support from a Well-being Coach

• Employee Assistance Program at no cost 

  • Free confidential counseling and emotional support services

  • On-demand access to Emotional Well-being resources (ranging from relaxation techniques to stress management)

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging 

At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse , equitable and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging . We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse network of employees and investing in their growth by providing unique opportunities for professional and cultural immersion. Our commitment toward inclusion motivates dynamic collaboration with our clients, building trust by creating an inclusive environment of curiosity and learning which affects lasting impact. Please visit our website for more information.

Sia is an equal opportunity employer . All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs. 

Office Workplace Guidelines 

Sia is committed to providing a flexible workplace environment that supports client, business, and market needs. Consultants located in our primary market office locations—New York City, Charlotte, Seattle, and San Francisco—are expected to live within a reasonable commuting distance and attend the office at least three days per week. For Consultants outside of our primary markets, we can offer more flexible in-person requirements in accordance with your location. 

Work Authorization & Sponsorship  

At this time, Sia does not intend to employ any applicant who will require, either now or in the future, employment visa sponsorship or sponsorship for work authorization (i.e., H-1B visa, F-1/OPT or STEM OPT, TN, etc.).

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs. 

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