Independent Testing Specialist

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Independent Testing Specialist In this role, you will: Participate in less complex development and design of methodologies and standards for review activities companywide in alignment with the risk management framework Ensure effective and appropriate testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs, risks, and controls according to standards and other applicable policies within Independent Testing Support and implement less complex initiatives with low to moderate risk and exercise independent judgment to guide risk reporting, escalation, and resolution Present recommendations for resolving more complex situations and exercise independent judgment while developing expertise in risk management framework and the risk and control environment Collaborate and consult with colleagues, internal partners and management Required Qualifications: 2+ years of Independent Testing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education Desired Qualifications: 4 years of Independent Testing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education Control testing or other related experience gained within an internal audit or other relevant risk function Degree educated desirable Interpersonal communication (written and presentation) skills are essential Organizational, prioritization and time-management skills Track record of working collaboratively across multiple business lines is required Flexibility / Initiative ability to manage multiple requests for information and handle confidential and sensitive information in a professional manner in a fast-paced deadline driven environment Analytical with experience in collecting and analyzing information on various subjects Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, and other reporting tools Experience in Audit, Compliance, Risk and Testing Critical Thinking and Analytical skills Job Expectations: Be a Risk Manager for the firm; demonstrating good knowledge and understanding of the Risk taxonomies and how IT&V form an integral part of the firms Risk program Execute group-specific control testing in accordance with T&V methodology and standards, including assessments of design and operating effectiveness Participate in less complex development and design of methodologies and standards for review activities companywide in alignment with the risk management framework Participate as a tester on reviews of varied complexity and regulatory risk exposure Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of policies, procedures, initiatives, and internal controls Thoroughly document test work and reports Identify issues and communicate/consult with various levels of management to ensure corrective actions address root cause and meet corporate sustainability requirement Maintain authoritative knowledge and full understanding of laws and regulations, regulatory guidance, policy and procedure concerning all compliance functions reviewed Present recommendations for resolving more complex situations and exercise independent judgment while developing expertise in risk management framework and the risk and control environment Testing practices will include: operational control testing, and corrective action validations Collaborate and consult with colleagues, internal partners and management Preferred candidate profile Perks and benefits