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Global Risk Strategy & Operations Analyst

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The Boston Consulting Group

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Consulting
    Business, Operations & Strategy

AI generated summary

  • You should have a relevant degree, 1-3 years experience, strong communication and data skills, ability to work independently and collaboratively, and an interest in risk management and international business.
  • You will establish processes, support initiatives, develop reporting, and coordinate events while fostering a collaborative risk culture and engaging in strategic projects.

Requirements

  • Interest and passion for learning and gaining skills in all areas of Risk Management and their impacts. Confident in asking questions and seeking support where needed
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work across a broad range of topics, working effectively with ambiguity and competing priorities and pressing deadlines
  • Take initiative and work independently with little oversight, while bolstering a collaborative team culture
  • Confidence to maintain a high degree of discretion and confidentiality
  • Strong project management skills to assist the team in planning for and conducting various risk-related initiatives (gathering and analyzing data, creating presentations, conducting surveys, providing research, and reporting out on all findings etc.)
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills (e.g., assisting the team to draft various communications, presentations)
  • Strong data analytical skills and attention to detail (e.g., working with large sets of data, analyzing / summarizing the results for various audiences using different means of communications, noticing patterns and exceptions)
  • Open-minded individual who is willing to offer their suggestions, opinions, or perspectives (e.g., provide the team with thoughts and perspective on how we could improve our process/procedures).
  • Comfort with abstract concepts and ability to understand various non-financial risks and their impacts
  • Strong research skills to find and synthesize complex industry frameworks and best practices, competitor actions, whitepapers, etc.
  • Bachelor's degree in business or a relevant field
  • 1-3 years of experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and experience creating creative and effective PowerPoint slides for various audiences
  • Experience with data analytics (e.g., use of pivot tables, vlookup, macros in Excel) and ability to synthesize data into key outputs for leadership. Experience with Tableau or other Business Intelligence tools is a plus
  • Interest in risk management, strategy, operations, and the consulting industry
  • Ability to adapt and prioritize with a changing workload and comfort with project style work
  • Strong interest in international business, cultures and learning how business practices vary around the world (e.g., researching countries for changes to business landscape). This role will include working with a team of international colleagues and internal customers.
  • Prior professional experience is strongly preferred (experience at multi-national professional services firm is a plus)
  • Prior experience working in a team environment; being an effective team player will be a critical success factor in this role
  • Independent thinker who can anticipate next steps and broader thinking beyond immediate tasks
  • Ability to work effectively in a hybrid-virtual environment while fostering and maintaining relationships, and business networks
  • Prior experience in a Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Audit, Legal, or policy creation and implementation function is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Establish robust processes and continuous improvement associated with S&O ongoing activities (Agenda shaping, recruiting, onboarding, offboarding, etc.)
  • Team closely with our Risk Team working groups and hub leads to execute on core activities (including newsletter, learning events, affiliation events, etc.)
  • Support and execute on initiatives with our various business partners (HR, Finance, Learning and development) to foster a collaborative OneRisk culture and effective risk organization
  • Develop effective reporting to track KPIs / OKRs for various initiatives intended for senior stakeholders
  • Contribute to the development of our Risk function strategic plans and objectives
  • Developing and executing frameworks and plans for our people agenda and to drive our Employee Value Proposition
  • Support and engage on our strategic risk initiatives to foster a risk aware culture at BCG
  • Designing / facilitating agendas for various team meetings
  • Coordination and organization of team events ensuring equity and connection across our hubs
  • Ad-hoc projects and tasks relevant for the Risk S&O team

FAQs

What is the primary goal of the Global Risk Function at BCG?

The primary goal of the Global Risk Function is to proactively detect, manage, and mitigate risks at BCG while addressing the evolving business needs and the ever-changing risk landscape of the firm.

What teams comprise the Global Risk Function?

The Global Risk Function is comprised of seven teams: Compliance, Assurance & Advisory, Enterprise Risk Management, Strategy & Operations, Data Protection, Global Security, and Information Security.

What key responsibilities will the Global Risk Strategy & Operations Analyst have?

The analyst will establish robust processes, support team initiatives, develop effective reporting, contribute to strategic planning, and engage in various operational activities to foster a risk-aware culture at BCG.

What qualifications are required for the Analyst position?

A bachelor's degree in business or a relevant field, 1-3 years of experience, excellent communication skills, and strong analytical skills are required for the Analyst position.

Is prior experience in risk management preferred for this role?

Yes, prior professional experience, especially in Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Audit, or policy creation and implementation, is strongly preferred for this role.

What kind of projects will the analyst work on?

The analyst will work on major initiatives, ongoing analyses, and ad-hoc projects related to the risk management operations at BCG.

Does this role require collaboration with international teams?

Yes, the analyst will frequently interact with members of the broader Risk Function across different geographies and time zones.

What tools or skills are beneficial for this position?

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, experience with data analytics tools (such as pivot tables and vlookup), and familiarity with Tableau or other Business Intelligence tools are beneficial.

What attributes are essential for success in this role?

Key attributes include a passion for risk management, strong project management skills, the ability to prioritize tasks, excellent communication skills, and openness to collaboration and feedback.

What is the work environment like for this position?

The role will require effective collaboration in a hybrid-virtual environment while maintaining relationships and business networks.

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