Enterprise Risk Manager

Overview

Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets says that success comes from focusing on people, not profits? Our "people helping people" philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference.

While we are proud of our history, we are excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there has never been a better time to be part of BECU.

The target pay range for this position is $–$ annually. The full pay range is $99,900.00–$ annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.

Benefits are designed to support you in all aspects of life. These include:

• 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)
• 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU
• Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)
• PTO Program + Exchange Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match

In this role, you’ll be the driving force behind a strong, mature Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program that protects BECU’s financial, operational, and reputational strength. You’ll lead the design and continuous improvement of the ERM framework, with a focus on operational risk, business resiliency, and strategic risk across the credit union. By turning complex risk data into clear, actionable insights, you’ll help senior leaders and board committees make confident, risk-aware decisions.

You’ll partner closely with business leaders to embed risk awareness into everyday operations and foster a resilient, proactive risk culture. Ultimately, your work will help ensure BECU can serve members reliably through changing conditions and emerging risks.

• Support ERM framework development: Help design, implement, and continuously enhance the ERM framework, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulatory expectations and industry standards.
• Drive risk identification and assessment: Lead risk identification and assessment initiatives across business units to maintain a comprehensive, enterprise-wide view of risks.
• Support ERM governance: Support ERM governance activities, including administration of the Operational Risk Management Committee, the Enterprise Risk Management Committee, the Annual Risk Assessment, and Risk Appetite development.
• Perform risk analyses and testing: Conduct quantitative and qualitative risk assessments to evaluate potential impacts on the organization and inform decision-making.
• Deliver executive and board reporting: Develop and deliver risk dashboards, heat maps, and executive-level reports for senior leadership and board committees; prepare and present risk reports to internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, audit committees, and regulators.
• Lead operational risk programs: Facilitate execution of enterprise-wide operational risk management programs, such as risk and control self-assessments (RCSAs), operational readiness assessments, and issue management, ensuring risks are identified, documented, and addressed.
• Embed a strong risk culture: Partner with business leaders to embed risk awareness and accountability into daily operations; facilitate risk workshops and training sessions to promote a strong risk culture across the organization.
• Evolve the ERM program: Contribute to the evolution of the ERM program by monitoring industry risk trends and regulatory developments and by introducing innovative risk measurement techniques and tools.
• Advise senior leadership: Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on risk-related matters, helping them navigate complex issues with clarity and confidence.
• Support broader…