Embedded Risk Director

View More Jobs Embedded Risk Director Jersey City, NJ, United States and 1 more Be the First to Apply Apply Now Job Info Job Identification 213760 Job Category Risk Management Posting Date 05/21/2026, 03:26 PM Locations 570 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ, 07310, US Job Schedule Full time Salary Range Director-125,000-220,000-USD Featured Opportunities No FLSA Status Exempt Job Description Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC? Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.

Pay and Benefits:

Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location Pension / Retirement benefits Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee). The Impact You Will Have in

This Role:

As part of the Clearing & Securities Services (CSS) team, the Embedded Risk Manager plays a critical role in transforming the first line of defense by embedding risk-aware, data-driven, and AI-enabled decision-making into core business operations. You will act as a strategic partner to product and business leadership—proactively challenging and guiding the identification, assessment, and management of risks. This role goes beyond traditional risk oversight, focusing on predictive and forward-looking risk management, leveraging data analytics, automation, and AI/ML-driven insights to enhance risk visibility, anticipate emerging threats, and improve control effectiveness. You will provide independent and constructive challenge on the design and effectiveness of internal controls, ensuring alignment with control testing and issue management frameworks. By integrating technology-enabled risk insights into business decisions, you will help drive more timely, informed, and resilient risk outcomes.

Primary responsibilities:

AI-Enabled Risk Insight & Transformation Embed advanced analytics, automation, and AI/ML insights into risk identification, assessment, and monitoring processes Drive the shift from reactive to predictive risk management, enabling early identification of emerging risks and control weaknesses Champion the use of data, dashboards, and digital tools to enhance transparency, decision-making, and risk reporting Partner with business and technology teams to integrate AI-enabled risk considerations into product design and operational workflows Risk Assessments & Data-Driven Reporting Lead the production and continuous enhancement of CSS Risk and Control self Assessments, incorporating data-driven insights and forward-looking indicators Deliver high-quality, analytics-based risk reporting (monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc) across legal entities Provide impactful risk insights and metrics to senior management, including Board and Risk Committees, leveraging visualization and trend analysis Risk Management & Business Integration Execute the end-to-end risk management framework (identify, assess, monitor, report) aligned to enterprise strategy and the Corporate Risk Framework Embed risk and control considerations into daily operations, supported by real-time data and automated monitoring where possible Partner with the New Initiatives Office (NIO) and Product teams to ensure new products are risk-assessed using scenario analysis, data insights, and AI-informed considerations Incident Management & Root Cause Insight Lead independent review and challenge of risk incidents, ensuring robust root cause analysis that identifies systemic drivers and not just symptoms Partner with business teams to translate incident learnings into effective control design and enhancement, strengthening the overall control environment Leverage data, trend analysis, and scenario insights to identify recurring themes and proactively prevent future incidents Ensure lessons learned are embedded into risk assessments, control frameworks, and business processes to drive continuous improvement Issue & Action Lifecycle Management Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of issues and action plans, ensuring data-driven validation of remediation effectiveness and sustainability Leverage trend analysis and root cause insights to identify systemic issues and improve self-identification capabilities Monitor issue performance metrics through automated reporting and dashboards, escalating risks in a timely manner Control Environment & Testing Optimization Provide independent challenge over control testing programs, promoting more efficient, data-driven, and automated testing approaches Evaluate control effectiveness using quantitative insights, trend data, and scenario-based analysis Ensure governance, risk, and control (GRC) data is accurate, current, and optimized for analytics and AI use cases Aligns risk and control processes into day-to-day responsibilities to mitigate, monitor, and escalate risks appropriately, including the timely resolution of incidents. Governance, Training & Digital Enablement Deliver risk and control training with a focus on data literacy, digital tools, and AI-enabled risk management practices Partner with enterprise GRC and transformation programs to advance technology-enabled risk capabilities and standardization Lead regulatory reporting with an emphasis on accuracy, traceability, and data integrity Risk Culture & Conduct Promote a strong, forward-looking risk culture grounded in data-driven decision-making and responsible AI use Encourage proactive risk identification, continuous improvement, and ethical application of emerging technologies Identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce manual effort, and enhance efficiency through automation and intelligent solutions

Qualifications:

Minimum of 10 years of related experience Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience Talents Needed for

Success:

AI & Digital Mindset (Key Differentiator) Strong inclination toward AI-driven risk insights, automation, and data-led decision-making Ability to leverage data for trend analysis, predictive risk identification, and reporting optimization Familiarity with emerging technologies in financial services risk landscape Strong experience in Risk Management & Incident Management Proven ability in stakeholder management and influencing senior leadership Experience with issue lifecycle management, audits, and control frameworks Be a change ambassador and drive forward improvements Proactive and laser focused on cultivating a risk mentality Execution and delivery focused in a fast-paced environment The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. About Us With over 50 years of experience, DTCC is the premier post-trade market infrastructure for the global financial services industry. From 20 locations around the world, DTCC, through its subsidiaries, automates, centralizes, and standardizes the processing of financial transactions, mitigating risk, increasing transparency, enhancing performance and driving efficiency for thousands of broker/dealers, custodian banks and asset managers. Industry owned and governed, the firm innovates purposefully, simplifying the complexities of clearing, settlement, asset servicing, transaction processing, trade reporting and data services across asset classes, bringing enhanced resilience and soundness to existing financial markets while advancing the digital asset ecosystem. In 2024, DTCC's subsidiaries processed securities transactions valued at U.S. $3.7 quadrillion and its depository subsidiary provided custody and asset servicing for securities issues from over 150 countries and territories valued at U.S. $99 trillion. DTCC's Global Trade Repository service, through locally registered, licensed, or approved trade repositories, processes more than 25 billion messages annually. To learn more, please visit us at www.dtcc.com or connect with us on LinkedIn , X , YouTube , Facebook and Instagram . DTCC proudly supports Flexible Work Arrangements favoring openness and gives people freedom to do their jobs well, by encouraging diverse opinions and emphasizing teamwork. When you join our team, you'll have an opportunity to make meaningful contributions at a company that is recognized as a thought leader in both the financial services and technology industries. A DTCC career is more than a good way to earn a living. It's the chance to make a difference at a company that's truly one of a kind. Learn more about Clearance and Settlement by clicking here . About the Team Clearing & Securities Services group delivers world-class safety and soundness for the global financial services industry. The team provides DTCC's portfolio of core securities business, including Institutional Trade processing and First Line Resilience and Control to facilitate better end-to-end planning and prioritization as well as enable more coordinated and seamless delivery of capabilities and services for our clients. Apply Now © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors Legend Jobs at a location Group of locations © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors | © Oracle Corporation Terms Legal Notices Use control and scroll to zoom the map Use two fingers to move the map 570 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ, 07310, US Copy to Clipboard Similar Jobs Embedded Risk Associate Director Hyderabad, India and 1 more Posted on 03/26/2026 An IT ERM Associate Director has primary responsibility of supporting and conducting targeted IT risk assessments as well as the analysis and remediation of risk items including policy deviations, risk acceptances, issues and actions.

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