Risk & Compliance Optimization Consulting Director

Risk and Compliance Optimization DirectorNTT DATA America strives to hire exceptional, innovative, and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. Our Financial Services Consulting team includes management consultants who help financial institutions respond to digital proliferation by focusing on customer-oriented services, just-in-time services, and modularized product offerings. We're a partner who's there for our client's transformation journey from strategy and delivery to achieving business outcomes. Our clients include many of the top 10 U.S. banks.In this hybrid role as a Risk and Compliance Optimization Director, you will drive our firm's innovation and thought leadership in financial services risk management and compliance. By leveraging your deep knowledge and hands-on experience, you will guide our client engagements and help us maintain our position as a trusted advisor in the industry. Your expertise in technology-enabled risk management solutions will be instrumental in advancing our firm's reputation and delivering exceptional value to clients.Joining NTT Data is a chance to grow your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. You will have the opportunity to leverage your expertise, while advancing your career and shaping the future of financial services risk management.The Risk and Compliance Optimization Director is instrumental in driving innovation and thought leadership in financial services risk management and compliance. You will play a key role in protecting financial institutions, mitigating regulatory risks, enhancing operational efficiency, and promoting industry leadership.Once you are here, you will:Manage and/or oversee the management of complex client engagements, creating technology-enabled risk management solutions to drive client value.Collaborate with leadership to establish organizational strategies and business objectives, influencing the strategic and long-term focus of the organization.Provide authoritative advice to top management based on deep subject matter expertise and thought leadership on complex business and technical client engagements.Influence business and technology strategy by understanding business needs and industry trends, and prioritizing business and/or IT resources.Lead the development of innovative ideas and principles, generating leading-edge consulting solutions that drive client value.Develop and maintain effective relationships with top executives in targeted companies, participating as a key member in solutions and strategy decisions.Key responsibilities include:Create and leverage technology-enabled risk management solutions, including advanced data analytics and risk platforms, to drive client value.Design solutions to enhance risk and compliance organizations, ensuring they align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices, while optimizing processes.Build and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders, serving as a trusted advisor and delivering tailored solutions that address specific risk management and compliance challenges.Required qualifications:Bachelor's degree in business or a related field.10+ years of experience in Risk and/or Compliance supporting the Financial Services industry.3+ years of direct experience with evolving technologies (specifically AI/ML) and Risk platforms to support broader enterprise needs.10+ years of experience leading consulting engagements, managing client relationships, and delivering strategic solutions that drive client value.Preferred skills:Master's degree.Management Consulting firm experience that required daily customer engagement and delivery excellence to complete client projects.Experience in client facing business development, building industry relationships, and developing talent.Ideal mindset:By embodying this ideal mindset, you will contribute to our firm's success, uphold our commitment to regulatory compliance excellence, and drive positive outcomes for our clients in the dynamic landscape of financial services risk management. The ideal mindset for this role includes:Commitment to Excellence: Strive for excellence in all aspects of financial services risk and compliance consulting. Demonstrate a strong dedication to delivering high-quality solutions that meet client needs and exceed expectations.Integrity and Ethics: Uphold the highest ethical standards and integrity in every interaction. Maintain confidentiality, transparency, and accountability in handling sensitive client information and regulatory matters.Regulatory Acumen: Stay informed about evolving regulatory landscapes and anticipate their impact on client operations.Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Utilize strong analytical capabilities to assess complex data privacy challenges, identify compliance gaps, and develop practical solutions. Approach problems with a strategic mindset, leveraging data-driven insights to inform decision-making.Collaborative Leadership: Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where teamwork, knowledge sharing, and mutual respect thrive. Lead by example, empowering team members to contribute their expertise and achieve collective goals.Innovative Thinking: Embrace innovation and leverage technology to enhance GRC frameworks, compliance processes, and risk management practices. Introduce creative solutions that address client-specific requirements and contribute to continuous improvement.Client-Centric Focus: Prioritize understanding and addressing the unique needs and priorities of clients. Build strong, trust-based relationships and consistently deliver value-added solutions that support their strategic objectives and regulatory compliance goals.