Global Risk Senior Analyst - Temporary in London

Who We Are
This is a 12-month contract position
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What You\'ll Do
Position Summary
Assurance & Advisory (A&A) is part of BCG Global Risk Management function, dedicated to identifying and managing significant risk exposures at BCG. A&A acts as BCG’s Internal Audit team, and the six core areas of focus for the team include geographic risk reviews, functional / shared services reviews, advisory efforts, data & analytics, spot checks, and remediation. As the 3rd line of defense, the A&A team collaborates closely with other Global Risk teams (e.g., Compliance, Information Security, Data Privacy), other global functions, and local operations to ensure a cohesive approach to risk management.
This role is global in nature, applies to all BCG functions / Offices, and looks to provide management with an independent and objective assessment of business risk and internal controls. This role will also support the global functions and local Offices as they implement solutions to manage risk. Many efforts are focused on end-to-end internal operating processes.
The right candidate must be able to understand and assess risks across a wide variety of business areas, build relationships with diverse stakeholders, manage a complex network of individuals, influence change management across the organization, and prioritize issues and escalate appropriately.
Job Responsibilities
Global Office Risk Review & Spot Check Program (70%)
* Meet with Office Leadership and the Global Functions to assist with (and with senior team member support, lead) planning, execution, and post-review efforts for a portfolio of Office risk reviews and BCG’s extension businesses
* Perform risk reviews and spot checks to assess the risk and controls environment of the Offices, and test the effectiveness of controls
* Perform substantive tests of transactions and document in workpapers
* Prepare timely and comprehensive documentation of findings and recommendations, including local management comments.
* Maintain risk profiles for each Office and assess Offices for a review or spot check
Functional Risk Review Program (20%)
* Assist with targeted functional/operating risk reviews, which are focused on global or regional processes
* Responsibilities will include conducting process walk-throughs, performing detailed testing, drafting detailed reporting/action plans, and following up on implementation efforts
* Support the lead in determining the scope and objectives of each review to ensure the highest risk areas are addressed and the key findings are communicated
* Develop relationships with key functional leaders
* Monitor trends and emerging issues for reporting to leadership (i.e., Audit and Risk Committee)
* Act as a risk liaison with the global functions, providing support and education on important risk issues.
Other Advisory & Special Projects (10%)
* Work with the team to participate in other advisory efforts, special projects, and global initiatives
What You\'ll Bring
* An academic degree in a relevant discipline: accounting / auditing, compliance, risk management. Advanced degrees (or progress towards) are preferred.
* Preferred certifications include: CPA, CIA, CISA, CIMA, ACCA, IAA or similar
* Minimum of 2-5 years relevant experience in auditing / compliance / risk function within the tech, banking, professional services, or the consulting industry
* Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, organizational, project management, and teaming skills
* Demonstrate adaptability and a continuous learning mindset to thrive in a rapidly changing risk landscape
* Expertise in risk management frameworks, internal controls, and compliance standards
* Key Competencies:
* Technical and functional expertise
* Problem-solving, analytical skills, and decision making
* Communication, interpersonal and teaming skills
* Work management, organization, and planning skills
* Customer and business focus
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, intellectually intense, service-oriented environment
Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.
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