Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Vanguard
Job overview
The Controls & Governance Advisor in Advice & Wealth Management at Vanguard plays a key role in risk management and control oversight to protect the firm and investors.
Responsibilities and impact
The advisor identifies and analyzes risks, designs and monitors controls, manages policies, provides consultation on risk management, conducts training, and participates in special projects.
Experience and skills
Candidates need at least five years of related experience including two in risk management, with skills in regulatory compliance, controls auditing, and strong analytical and communication abilities; wealth management experience and a graduate degree are preferred.
Work environment and culture
Vanguard promotes a mission-driven, collaborative culture with a hybrid work model balancing flexibility and in-person collaboration.
Company information
Vanguard is a mission-focused investment company dedicated to clients' long-term financial wellbeing, offering transformative products and services globally.
Job location and travel
The role supports a hybrid working model allowing flexibility and in-person engagement, location specifics are not detailed.
Company overview
Vanguard is a leading investment management company known for its low-cost mutual funds and ETFs. Founded in 1975 by John C. Bogle, Vanguard pioneered the concept of index funds, which aim to replicate the performance of a market index. The company generates revenue primarily through management fees on its vast array of investment products, which cater to both individual and institutional investors. Vanguard's client-owned structure ensures that profits are returned to investors in the form of lower fees, reinforcing its commitment to cost-effective investing.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience in risk management, control design, and regulatory compliance, specifically highlighting any work with advice and wealth management to align with Vanguard's AWM division needs.
Highlight your analytical skills and ability to develop risk management strategies, as well as your experience collaborating with business leaders and risk partners such as Compliance, Risk, and Internal Audit.
Apply through multiple channels including Vanguard's official corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application's visibility and reach within the company.
Connect with professionals working in Vanguard's Advice and Wealth Management division on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent Vanguard initiatives in risk management or asking about their experience working in the Controls and Governance department to start meaningful conversations.
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