Senior Manager, Divisional Risk

The Senior Manager, Divisional Risk leads the risk management function for a large portfolio within the Personal Investor division, driving operational and strategic risk oversight. This role oversees the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks, manages a team of risk advisors, and ensures effective implementation of control frameworks. The Senior Manager also provides analytical support to stakeholders and collaborates across business units to maintain a strong risk posture while enabling business objectives.

This position requires deep expertise in risk management, leadership, and regulatory compliance, with the ability to translate complex risk concepts into actionable strategies that protect the organization and support growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team of risk professionals, providing guidance and mentorship.
• Implement and manage risk and control standards within the division.
• Identify, assess, and prioritize emerging risks across business processes.
• Provide risk guidance, oversight, and assurance services to key stakeholders.
• Make recommendations to reduce risk, including diversification and control design.
• Use analytical tools to assess and report risk exposures.
• Evaluate business records and determine risk levels.
• Establish metrics and dashboards to monitor control effectiveness.
• Collaborate with leadership on risk-related decisions and initiatives.
• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Chartered Accountant, MBA, or equivalent degree in finance, law, or risk management.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and compliance best practices
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders and build strong partnerships across the organization
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including coaching and developing teams, with a track record of execution
• Experience with fraud risk management, lines of defense frameworks, and cross-functional collaboration

Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Client-provided location(s): Malvern, PA

Job ID: Vanguard-174033

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-01-15T20:16:24