Director- Incident Management Lead

Overview

On Site
$803.7 day
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 9+ mo(s)

Skills

Logistics
Jersey
Management
Object-relational Mapping
Finance
Internal Control
Financial Services
FOCUS
Auditing
Analytical Skill
Communication
FRM
Certified Public Accountant
Operational Risk
Incident Management
Reporting
Regulatory Compliance
IT Operations
Crisis Management
Policies and Procedures
Instructional Design
Management Reporting
Recruiting
PTP

Job Details

Primary Talent Partners has an exciting opportunity for a Director level- Incident Management Lead role in Jersey City, NJ!

Please see details below and apply if qualified and interested.

Logistics:
Client: Confidential - Financial Services Client
Job Title: Incident Management Lead (Director Level)
Length: 9-month contract- chance of extension or conversion to perm
Location: Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid)
Pay Range: $700-$800/day (W2 only)

*****Please only apply if you are available to work on our W2 (No corp to corp, 1099, or sponsorship available)

Job Overview:
We re seeking an experienced Incident Management Lead at the Director level to join a high-impact Operational Risk Management (ORM) team within a global financial institution. This role will lead the oversight and governance of operational risk events across the Americas region and play a key role in strengthening the overall risk culture and internal control environment.

Qualifications (Required & Preferred):

  • 10+ years in financial services, with a focus on operational risk, incident management, audit, or related disciplines

  • Strong understanding of operational risk event processes, frameworks, and industry practices

  • Familiarity with regulatory expectations and risk governance standards

  • Strong analytical, interpersonal, and written communication skills

  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders

  • Bachelor s degree required; advanced degrees or certifications (FRM, CPA, CIA) a plus

Tasks & Responsibilities:

  • Lead the operational risk incident management framework across the Americas

  • Analyze incident trends and identify thematic risks and control weaknesses

  • Partner with Business Lines and Functions to recommend and monitor remediation

  • Provide oversight on event data, reporting, and escalation

  • Coordinate with Compliance, IT, Operations, and other control functions

  • Contribute to crisis management, significant event response, and related governance

  • Support policy, procedure, and training development

  • Participate in senior management reporting and regulatory deliverables

  • Stay informed of emerging risks, regulatory changes, and industry best practices

Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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