Chief Risk and Compliance Officer

Chief Risk and Compliance Officer

The Chief Risk and Compliance Officer serves as the University's leader for risk management and compliance, providing strategic direction and oversight for institution wide risk programs. Reporting to the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, the CRCO develops and maintains an integrated framework to identify, assess, and address risks across University operations. The Chief Risk and Compliance Officer promotes adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and University policies while fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct.

The position collaborates with academic and administrative leaders to align risk and compliance efforts with the University's mission and strategic priorities.

The Chief Risk and Compliance Officer works with University leadership and internal stakeholders to evaluate strategic, operational, reputational, and compliance risks and to advance effective mitigation strategies that strengthen institutional resilience. The role also presents risk analyses and compliance updates to senior leadership and participates in meetings of the Board's Audit and Risk Committee to support governance oversight and helps ensure the University meets its regulatory and ethical responsibilities.

This is an on-site position.

Syracuse University has retained Korn Ferry, a national and global executive search firm, to assist in this search. All applications, inquiries, and nominations, which will remain confidential, are invited. Applications should include a detailed resume and a letter of interest that highlight the applicant's personal vision and relevant leadership experience. To ensure full consideration, inquiries, nominations and applications should be submitted electronically in confidence to: