Financial Services Operations and Risk Career Specialist

4 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Greenwood Project Full time
Greenwood Project Career Specialist Opportunity

The Greenwood Project is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Career Specialist to support the development of our scholars in the financial services industry. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in designing and implementing effective systems to prepare students for internships and full-time job offers in financial services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement coaching and mentoring programs to support scholars in achieving their career goals.
  • Design and deliver training programs to enhance scholars' skills and knowledge in financial services operations and risk management.
  • Collaborate with industry partners to identify internship and job opportunities for scholars.
  • Track and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of our programs and make data-driven decisions.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with scholars, industry partners, and other stakeholders to ensure the success of our programs.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in financial services operations and risk management.
Requirements
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in financial services operations and risk management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decision-making.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with scholars, industry partners, and other stakeholders.
  • Ability to design and implement effective systems and processes to support program goals.
  • Strong knowledge of financial services operations and risk management, with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Benefits

The Greenwood Project offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to creating opportunities for qualified college students to enter the financial services industry. Our mission is to break down barriers and build a more inclusive and diverse financial industry. If you are passionate about making a difference and have a strong background in financial services operations and risk management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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