Senior Specialist, Enterprise and Operational Risk Management - RCSA Program Team

Charles Schwab • Southlake, TX • 2h ago

Your opportunity

At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us challenge the status quo and transform the finance industry together. We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s).

The RCSA Program team within Enterprise and Operational Risk Management provides oversight and governance for Schwab's Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) and Issue Management programs. Through the establishment of program standards, methodologies, and risk management practices, the team enhances risk transparency, strengthens governance, and supports effective decision-making. As part of the broader Corporate Risk Management organization, this team enables effective risk management in alignment with Schwab's strategic objectives and risk appetite.

In this Senior Specialist role, you will serve as a key enablement partner supporting the execution, optimization, and ongoing evolution of Schwab's RCSA Program. You will help drive program effectiveness through project and change management, risk data monitoring and analytics, adherence monitoring, and technology enablement initiatives that strengthen risk governance and operational efficiency. Working across all three lines of defense, you will coordinate and execute RCSA and Issue Management program activities, facilitate reporting and certification cycles, support MyGRC enhancements, and provide guidance and training to stakeholders. Success in this role requires strong analytical thinking, attention to detail and data, thoughtful verbal and written communication, adaptability, and the ability to translate evolving program needs into practical solutions that enhance consistency, scalability, and the overall effectiveness of the risk management environment.

*This is an individual contributor position.

What you have

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

Demonstrated ability to support and execute programs, projects, and change initiatives in a collaborative, cross-functional environment

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders and communicate with leadership

Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, including data analytics and visualization

Preferred Qualifications:

2+ years of experience applying Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) methodologies and principles

Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, navigate ambiguity, and translate evolving program requirements into actionable outcomes

Strong organizational, relationship management, and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and influence across diverse stakeholder groups

Experience with SharePoint, Power BI, Tableau, and GitHub Copilot

What's in it for you

At Schwab, you're empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration-so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility (https://www.schwabjobs.com/hybrid-work) approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package (https://www.schwabjobs.com/summary-of-benefits) that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:

401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions

Paid parental leave and family building benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

What's in it for you:

At Schwab, we're committed to empowering our employees' personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you'll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:

401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions

Paid parental leave and family building benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Schwab is an affirmative action employer, focused on employing and advancing in employment, qualified women, racial and ethnic minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities in the workplace. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at applicantaccessibility@schwab.com or call 800-275-1281.

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