Divisional Risk Advisor, Senior Specialist
1 week ago
We are seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Risk Advisor within the Financial Advisor Services division to support the Sales and Distribution Strategy and Enablement organizations, with a strong focus on transformation initiatives. This role will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, helping to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across sales, sales enablement programs, and strategic transformation efforts. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in risk management, strong business acumen, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Risk Advisory & Governance
- Partner with Sales and Distribution Strategy & Enablement leadership to proactively identify and assess operational, strategic, and compliance risks.
- Develop and maintain risk registers tailored to sales processes, enablement initiatives, and transformation programs.
- Provide guidance on risk mitigation strategies and controls, ensuring alignment with enterprise risk frameworks.
- Maintain an in-depth understanding of Vanguard, the FAS business, and its sales strategy. Independently stay informed of industry trends and developments to maintain strong business- and risk-acumen. Share learnings and perspective with the risk team and business partners
- Be accountable for the timely completion of risk projects and ensuring risk work is creating the desired outcomes
- Embed risk management into major transformation initiatives, including process redesigns, and go-to-market strategy shifts.
- Participate in project governance forums, offering risk insights and challenge to ensure successful delivery and sustainable outcomes.
- Conduct risk assessments for new initiatives
- Develop and deliver risk reporting and dashboards for senior stakeholders, highlighting key exposures, trends, and mitigation progress.
- Monitor emerging risks and industry trends relevant to sales and sales enablement functions.
- Build strong relationships with Sales, Distribution Strategy & Enablement, Legal, and Compliance teams.
- Lead risk awareness and training sessions to promote a culture of accountability and informed decision-making.
- Act as a liaison between business units and enterprise risk functions.
- Strong understanding of sales, sales operations, enablement strategies, and related technologies (e.g., CRM platforms).
- Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize complex information and present actionable insights.
- Proven experience supporting transformation projects and change initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., CRMA, PMP) preferred.
- 8+ years of experience in risk advisory, internal audit, or compliance, ideally within a sales or commercial organization.
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.
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