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University of Michigan · 20 hours ago

Risk and Compliance Manager

Ann Arbor, MI

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $90K/yr

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Responsibilities

Execute strategic initiatives through implementation of the organization's compliance practices related to legal, risk and security, and quality frameworks.

Lead legal policy and compliance for the organization. Activities include development of new and maintenance of existing contracts, trademarking, brand infringements, and non-disclosure agreements, Lead on vendor contract negotiations, oversee timelines and communications with internal and external stakeholders, and provide support for RFP and RFQ processes.

Maintain and execute the organization's security plans (information security, physical security, incident response). Continually review and improve the organization's security policies and practices to increase awareness and engagement across the organization for improved security. Act as an advisor to the Test Security team. Enforce organization's security plans through conducting regular internal and external audits to ensure compliance procedures are followed both internal and external to the organization.

Maintain and execute the organization's risk management plan. Continually expand and improve the organization's risk management plan which includes development and enhancement of new and existing policies and practices to increase awareness and engagement across the organization.

Prepare regular risk management reports based on internal reviews and applicable industry trends, and advise the risk management committee on implementation and effectiveness of risk mitigation measures. Additionally, provide recommendations for updates to applicable policies, procedures and practices. Liaise with risk stakeholders across the organization to provide support, education, and training on risk management.

Manage a formalized quality management system that documents processes, procedures, and responsibilities for achieving quality policies and objectives. Lead on staff training, internal audits and reporting on quality system performance that supports the organizations strategic initiatives and ensures robust business continuity. Utilize departmental KPIs to identify quality improvement needs, mitigate organizational risk, and engage with departmental stakeholders to facilitate successful business outcomes, ensuring business continuity.

Manage the Risk and Compliance team, ensuring that they have the necessary tools and skills to operate effectively, and they are motivated to strive towards continuous improvement.

Other contributions commensurate with level and experience as required.

Qualification

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Risk ManagementInformation SecurityQuality AssurancePolicy DevelopmentChange ManagementProject ManagementTeam ManagementMetrics DevelopmentSoftware ProficiencyRisk Management Certification

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Risk Management, Legal, or similar field

Competent user of most Office products and ability to quickly learn new software programs

Analytical skills, and strong attention to detail

Ability to manage change in a complex environment

Excellent oral and written communications skills

Ability to provide leadership and direction to a team of staff

Proven ability to develop, manage, and implement new policies and procedures

Strong interpersonal skills: ability to build positive professional relationships

Significant experience with risk management and/or information security framework

Experience leading organizational change

Experience with quality assurance methodologies

Experience developing metrics and dashboard reporting

Preferred

Master's degree in Business, Risk Management, Legal, or similar field

Certification in Risk Management, Project Management, Quality Management or Security

Familiarity with high-stakes assessments

Experience in project management

Experience managing a team

Experience working with international clientele in a legal or risk and compliance specialty

Company

University of Michigan

Glassdoor

4.3

The University of Michigan is a public research university that offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs.

Founded in 1817

Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.umich.edu

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