Assistant Vice President, Operational Risk Management

Position Information

Hiring Manager : Vice President

Department :

Operational Risk Management

Department Overview

The Operational Risk Management ("ORM") Department is responsible for the Risk Mitigation Framework. The Risk Mitigation Framework provides the process, tools and approach that are needed to support and enhance the control environment required to minimize operational risks related to Golub Capital's non-investment functions. The Risk Mitigation Framework was created to minimize material losses, provide process and internal control oversight, and anticipate potential material loss events. The Risk Mitigation Framework is comprised of a set of consistent and repeatable elements that allow Golub Capital to identify, assess, mitigate, and report on the operational risk profile of the firm. The Risk Mitigation programs include Risk and Control Self-Assessment ("RCSA"), Issue Management ("IM"), Vendor Risk Management ("VRM"), Business Continuity Management ("BCM"), and Internal Control Testing ("ICT").

Position Responsibilities

The essential functions of the Assistant Vice President, Operational Risk Management role includes participation in the assessment of risks the Firm faces and supporting a comprehensive plan to identify, measure, monitor and report risk components. We are looking for an individual to support the continued development of this function and to help us take the program to the next level. This individual will serve as a subject matter expert for the VRM and BCM programs, expand the program's capabilities, increase participation in the programs and drive process improvements.

This role will require strong project management skills to develop detailed plans, track progress, handle obstacles and ultimately deliver new initiatives on budget and on schedule. In addition to managing the project tasks, the candidate will gain a thorough understanding of the deliverables. This is an internal client-facing role requiring communication with users at all levels of the organization. As a result, exceptional verbal and written communication skills are a must.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Oversee the development and implementation of initiatives and tasks associated with the VRM and BCM programs
• Guide the implementation of the VRM framework, providing strategic direction to the First Line of Defense
• Manage the central vendor repository for the Firm and oversee the automation of vendor on-boarding and off-boarding processes
• Facilitate oversight of vendor risk, ensuring vendor relationship owners and management have visibility of existing and emerging threats and identifying mitigation strategies
• Lead the execution of VRM training to ensure effective application and awareness of the program throughout the Firm
• Stay informed about the latest developments and regulations in the industry, ensuring compliance and proactive adaptation
• Liaise with third-party vendors as required, maintaining strong professional relationships
• Build and maintain VRM and BCM-related reporting to meet the needs of senior management and oversight committees
• Proactively identify, track and analyze operational risks within Golub Capital, implementing critical control improvements
• Represent team interests at internal meetings, committees and working groups
• Cultivate and build relationships with key Operational Risk Management stakeholders, promoting a robust risk culture

Candidate Requirements

Qualifications & Experience :

Critical Competencies for Success

Our Gold Standards Model defines key behaviors and competencies across 4 dimensions : Leadership, Achieving Results, Personal Effectiveness and Thinking Critically. These behaviors and competencies drive our ability to win together.

The department-specific competencies define the knowledge, skills and abilities that are needed to successfully perform the functional or technical work of this role.

Compensation and Benefits

For Illinois Only : It is expected that the base salary range for this position will be $110,000 to $145,000. Actual salaries may vary based on factors such as skills, experiences and qualifications for the role. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial and / or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation, sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, the employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the Firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance, Firm or individual department / team performance and market factors.

Golub Capital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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