Enterprise Risk Analyst - Ops Risk Management

Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits?

Our “people helping people” philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference.

While we’re proud of our history, we’re even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to be part of BECU.

You bring more than your expertise to your role, and that matters here. Your story, perspectives, and lived experiences help shape belonging at BECU and deepen how we connect with and support our employees, our members, and our communities.

PAY RANGE

The Target Pay Range for this position is $88,000.00-$107,500.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $68,300.00 - $127,500.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.

BENEFITS – because people helping people starts with supporting you

• 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)

• 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU

• Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)

• PTO Program + Exchange Program

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match

IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE:

As an Enterprise Risk Analyst supporting Operational Risk Management, you’ll play a key role in strengthening BECU’s risk management practices and operational resilience. You’ll partner with teams across the organization to identify and assess risks, validate controls, and help ensure issues are addressed before they impact our members or business operations. Your work will support a recently relaunched Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) program, the implementation of a new control validation framework, and ongoing business continuity efforts. In this highly visible role, you’ll help drive meaningful improvements across multiple enterprise risk programs while building strong partnerships across the organization. Your contributions will help ensure BECU remains prepared for growth, change, and continued member service excellence.

To join our dynamic team, we require candidates to be residents of WA, OR, ID, AZ, TX, GA, SC, NC, CA or VA. If you’re located in Washington state and within a reasonable driving distance from Tukwila, we are requesting that you come into our HQ on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. For those candidates that live outside the commute distance of TFC and in any of our approved remote work locations, this role will be remote. Remote or onsite, we are committed to ensuring you are fully engaged and included in our collaborative environment.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs): Partner with business process owners to facilitate risk assessments, guide stakeholders through Archer, review completed RCSAs for quality and consistency, and help ensure risks and controls are properly identified, documented, and managed.
• Control Validation & Testing: Perform internal control validation activities, including sample selection, documentation review, evidence gathering, and testing to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of key controls.
• Findings Management Oversight: Review control deficiencies and management action plans, provide constructive challenge where needed, monitor remediation efforts, and help ensure risks are addressed in a timely manner.
• Business Continuity Support: Assist with business continuity planning, testing, and program administration activities in partnership with disaster recovery and business resiliency teams to help ensure organizational preparedness.
• Risk Reporting & Analytics: Generate ad hoc and recurring reports, perform analysis that enhances risk transparency, support leadership reporting needs, and help improve visibility into key enterprise risks and trends.
• Operational Risk Program Support: Assist with loss event data collection activities and support additional operational risk management initiatives as the program continues to mature and evolve.
• Stakeholder Partnership & Risk Awareness: Build strong relationships across the organization to promote risk awareness, support business partners, encourage continuous improvement, and drive consistency in risk management practices.
• Risk Technology Administration: Support the administration of risk management tools and applications, including helping business partners navigate Archer-based processes related to RCSAs, findings management, and other operational risk activities.
• Special Projects & Program Enhancements: Contribute to enterprise risk initiatives, program enhancements, merger-related activities, and other projects that strengthen BECU’s overall risk management framework.

This isn’t just about ticking off tasks on a list. It's about making a significant, positive change in BECU’s journey, where your contributions are valued, and your growth is continually fostered.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN:

• The opportunity to play a meaningful role in the evolution of BECU’s Operational Risk Management program during a period of significant growth and transformation.
• Hands-on experience supporting a recently relaunched enterprise-wide RCSA program and the implementation of a new control validation framework.
• Exposure to multiple risk disciplines, including operational risk, internal controls, findings management, business continuity, and loss event management.
• Visibility across the organization through collaboration with business leaders, process owners, and enterprise risk stakeholders.
• The chance to build expertise with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) technologies, including Archer and comparable risk management platforms.
• A supportive, high-performing, and collaborative team environment where your ideas and contributions can make an immediate impact.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth into roles such as Senior Analyst and Enterprise Risk Manager.
• The ability to help strengthen organizational resilience and protect the experiences of BECU members through proactive risk management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with course work in finance/statistics/other quantitative areas or equivalent, relevant work experience required.
• 2 years of applicable Enterprise Risk or Audit experience; 3 years preferred.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) or quantitative platforms.
• Risk and control knowledge and awareness of internal controls and risk management.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Project management skills.

JOIN THE JOURNEY:

Ready to make an indelible impact? Eager to be a part of a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributions don’t just fill a role, but fuel the growth and success of BECU? This is more than a job – it’s a chance to elevate your career, skills, and future, all while contributing to the robust technological landscape of BECU.

Embrace the opportunity to grow with us. Apply now, bring your expertise to the table, and let’s achieve excellence together at BECU. Your journey of influence, innovation, and impactful contribution starts now.

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EEO Statement:

BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.