VP - Enterprise Risk

VP•Enterprise Risk Angott Search Group•Coraopolis, PA, United States

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Credit Union Angott Search Group is pleased to partner with a $2B credit union in the search for a VP•Enterprise Risk.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the design, implementation, and evolution of the ERM framework, ensuring it is actionable, embedded, and reflects the complexity of the institution. Partner across departments to identify, assess, and monitor risks in alignment with enterprise goals and emerging market/regulatory conditions. Collaborate with legal counsel on mitigation and prevention methods related to member lawsuits and demands. Build and lead a comprehensive, forward-looking compliance program that proactively adheres with an ever-changing regulatory landscape. Position the Compliance function as a value-generating business partner, actively enabling speed, innovation, and growth while maintaining institutional trust and regulatory confidence. Ensure the compliance strategy is proactive, risk-based, and advisory—not reactive or transactional, leveraging technology and analytics to streamline oversight and empower teams with insight, rather than obstacles. Ensure a resilient and responsive BSA/AML and fraud prevention program that aligns with regulatory expectations and member protection, while supporting a seamless and secure experience. Innovate in fraud risk detection and prevention, focusing on preemptive analytics, real-time monitoring, and member value, working cross-functionally to align fraud prevention efforts with digital and member service teams. Promote a culture of shared accountability for risk and compliance across the organization, empowering leaders and teams to partner with the Risk and Compliance Teams, not defer to them. Champion open communication and transparent decision-making that align risk-related objectives with broader organizational priorities. Develop leadership capacity within the risk division by mentoring, coaching, and creating meaningful development opportunities for team members at all levels.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required, MBA preferred. 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in risk management, compliance, BSA/AML, and/or fraud prevention, ideally within a complex financial institution. Professional Certification in one or more of the designated competencies preferred. Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives, evolve strategic programs, and adapt to complex and often ambiguous environmental conditions while positively influencing organizational culture. Deep knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and standards, including

NCUA, CFPB

BSA/AML/OFAC, and other state and government agencies. Ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution, utilizing metrics, trends, and analytics to inform decisions, prioritize resources, and track performance. Commitment to cultivating a high-performance culture grounded in trust, accountability, and shared success. Models effective use of AI tools to enhance decisions, streamline processes, and drive innovation; guide adoption within the team while ensuring alignment with organizational goals, compliance, and best practices. Job # 2254 Share