GRC Analyst

Dinsmore is seeking a Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) Analyst at our Cincinnati, OH location.

THIS POSITION IS PHYSICALLY LOCATED IN CINCINNATI, OH.  WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and maintaining processes, policies and controls to ensure the Firm is compliant with regulatory, contractual and business requirements for operational risk considerations
• Investigation of existing processes and work flows to identify areas of the business where process improvement can be applied to reduce risk and help the business meet intended goals, as well as supporting daily processes of programs designed to reduce risk
• Participate in ongoing development, documentation and maintenance as well as execution of day to day Vendor Risk Management Program activities
• Support lifecycle management of vendor relationships and projects including processes for vendor identification, vendor risk assessments, contract execution, account & performance management, and termination
• Work with internal stakeholders and external contacts to collect due diligence documentation from third-parties and ensure escalation of potential issues as they arise
• Participate in the maintenance of the Firm Risk Register
• Work together with other organizational business units in holistically addressing Firm risk goals
• Maintain existing Governance Risk and Compliance tools
• Participate in internal and external compliance reviews and requests for mutually approved artifacts
• Monitor and support standardized internal processes to ensure processes are consistent with overall operational risk management goals
• Participate in Privacy Programming initiatives
• Execute defined audit and compliance activities that address privacy and risk
• Maintain working knowledge of various compliance needs and changes in various industries
• Participate in improvements to the Firm’s risk program based on knowledge and practical application of industry best practices, including but not limited to risk assessments, compliance, and monitoring tools and programs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Must possess understanding of process, risk and governance
• Legal or law Firm background a plus
• Process development and/or auditing background preferred
• Working knowledge of various regulatory compliance standards preferred
• Privacy regulation knowledge preferred
• Experience with Vendor Risk Management programs preferred
• Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to maintain multiple projects and tasks
• Aptitude for establishing and successfully socializing new programs and initiatives
• Passion for learning and growth
• Ability to build effective working relationships to promote cooperation and inspire confidence to meet goals and achieve deliverables
• High degree of initiative and dependability
• Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills
• Proven record of executing projects and providing necessary follow through
• Ability to set goals and prioritize tasks
• High attention to detail with strong planning, project management and organizational skills
• Desire to explore, learn and apply new technologies independently and provide subject matter expertise in all areas of responsibility
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer