Financial Services Operations and Risk Specialist

October 1

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Greenwood Project

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Non-Profit • Mentoring • Education • internships • diversity

2 - 10 employees

Founded 2016

💸 Finance

🤝 Non-profit

📚 Education

Description

Greenwood Project The Greenwood Project was founded in 2016 based on two core principles: • “Students can’t be what they can’t see” • “There is no lack of talent, only a lack of opportunity.” GP’s mission is bold, essential and long overdue. We are dedicated to creating opportunities for qualified Black and Latino college students to attain high-trajectory careers in financial services through rigorous training and internships. At Greenwood Project, we don’t just talk about change; we are the catalyst for it, breaking barriers and building a more inclusive and diverse financial industry. Our people are the foundation that allows us to achieve our ambitious goals. Becoming part of the Greenwood Project team means joining a group of driven, passionate and intellectually curious individuals. To work here is to be crucial to the organization’s success. Financial Services Operations and Risk Career Specialist Reporting to the CEO, the Financial Services Operations and Risk Career Specialist's priorities will be to support Greenwood Project scholars toward career pathways into investment banking. Additionally, the Operations and Risk Career Specialist will support the design and development of effective systems to prepare students for internships in the finance industry. With the goal of students achieving full-time job offers in Financial Services, this Career Specialist will ensure students are sufficiently prepared with professional skills, operations and risk-specific knowledge and understanding to support their job performance during their summer internships. The Financial Services Operations and Risk Career Specialist will manage a cohort of college students, supporting them through various methods, including but not limited to 1:1 coaching, small group development sessions, large group professional development, online coursework, and on-site events. As a member of the Greenwood Project team and a key driver of student experience and success, this role will additionally support the development of our learning pathways and roadmaps, curriculum, evaluation tools, and other key impact measures. This unique opportunity allows you to have a significant and meaningful impact on the success of our scholars.

Requirements

Strong emphasis will be placed on the following key experiences and role-related skills: • Completed bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Master’s Degree preferred. Relevant subject areas preferred. • Minimum 2 years of experience within the Financial Services industry, specifically in Operations and Risk. • Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and think critically about the intersections between identity and job performance. • Ability to design feedback loops and protocols related to improving job performance. • Ability to work cross-functionally and on a team to align programs or products to meet the needs of multiple stakeholders. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the demonstrated ability to use data to drive decision-making. • Ability to design systems to track and monitor data; strong Excel skills preferred. • Excellent presentation skills, both oral and written, and the ability to tailor presentations to a variety of audiences. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. • Ability to occasionally travel to program and partner events or attend some evening or weekend events. • Desire to operate in a start-up environment. • Strong ethics and integrity, with a commitment to upholding the highest standards of professional conduct.

Benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The Greenwood Project is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, religion, ancestry, marital status, familial status, or any other legally protected classification federally or in the State of Illinois. The Greenwood Project does not discriminate in its activities, educational programs, hiring practices, or employment practices as required by Title VI, IX, and Section 504. Compensation and Benefits We are based in Chicago but this role offers the possibility of remote work. The salary range for this role is commensurate with experience. A comprehensive benefits package includes employee health care, dental and vision coverage, disability insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan and generous paid time off.