Risk & Controls Analyst

Title: Risk & Controls Analyst
Location: Vienna, VA (HYBRID)
Duration: 6 month contract, with possible extensions
Compensation: $60.00/hour - $63.00/hour
Work Requirements: , Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

Risk & Controls Analyst
We are seeking a highly skilled individual with expertise in internal controls and risk assessment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating existing control frameworks, conducting detailed risk assessments, testing control effectiveness (with precision as a focus), and ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations. A strong understanding of internal control frameworks such as COSO, along with experience in asset protection and fraud prevention, is essential.

The contractor will work cross-functionally with security, other internal risk offices, and audit teams to ensure asset-related controls are integrated into the broader risk management strategy. Responsibilities also include preparing audit-ready documentation and supporting the implementation of corrective actions. Proficiency in ERP systems and asset tracking tools is highly desirable, along with excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who can operate independently and deliver high-impact results in a dynamic environment.

Description:
To serve as principal representative to research, document and support legal cases that impact the business unit. Oversee security/legal responses involving complex cases and escalated situations to ensure effective and optimum resolution.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as primary liaison to the Office of General Counsel for legal matters involving consumer lending issues
• Investigate and respond to CFPB and BBB complaints
• Research and analyze claims/related actions; resolve issues
• Identify and address compliance issues; update guidelines and procedures to minimize risk
• Research potential legal issues using existing system of record
• Request information and documentation from other business units to clarify details or resolve cases within mandated time and regulations
• Summarize depositions and other related legal proceedings; conduct investigations and statistical/documentary research
• Prepare written legal summaries, analyses and legal documents
• Serve as contact point for escalated legal situations
• Inform attorneys of applicable and specific legal matters and the impact on the organization
• Identify areas of improvement; determine solutions; implement enhancements/changes to improve operations, standards and results
• Prepare ad hoc and required industry and regulatory reports including audit inquires in compliance with internal and external regulations
• Serve on teams and task groups for projects/initiatives within the business unit &/or across the organization
• Review and research high profile member complaints as well as sensitive and confidential personnel issues and responses
• Collaborate with training team to ensure procedural guidelines are conveyed accurately and consistently followed
• Perform other related duties as assigned or appropriate

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of operational and regulatory risk controls, concepts and practices
• Working knowledge of NCUA rules, regulations and federal laws pertaining to consumer lending
• Significant experience in demonstrating thought-leadership, initiative-taking, decision-making and creativity solving business problems
• Significant experience managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goals
• Working knowledge of document control and document security measures
• Significant experience in working with all levels of staff, management, stakeholders, vendors
• Working knowledge of consumer lending principles, policies and financial practices
• Desired - Thorough understanding of the financial services environment
• Desired - Familiarity with *'s functions, policies, procedures, products, and services
• Advanced skill in comprehending, analyzing, applying and communicating complex written legal documents
• Advanced organizational, planning and time management skills
• Advanced research, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Advanced skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced skill establishing and expanding relationships with key members/customers
• Advanced skill building effective relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy and tact
• Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills

Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

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