GRC Program Business Analyst POST NUMBER: 444643
GRC Program Business Analyst
12-Month Consulting Role | $85–$100/hr | Potential for Extension or Conversion to Perm
We are working with a leading financial services organization to identify a GRC Program Business Analyst for a high-impact consulting opportunity. This is a 12-month contract role with strong potential to extend or convert to a full-time position.
The successful candidate will lead the execution of a firmwide Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) infrastructure initiative, delivering an enhanced data platform, optimizing risk and control inventories, and driving AI-enabled risk advisory capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
1. Risk and Control Inventory (RCI) Optimization
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Define and enforce standards for RCI data attributes (e.g., org hierarchy, taxonomy, mapping)
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Manage governance workflows and approval processes
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Review and ensure the integrity and completeness of risk data (RCI, KRIs, incidents, issues)
2. Data Quality & Governance
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Identify and document data quality gaps across GRC domains
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Lead remediation efforts in collaboration with governance teams
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Track data quality improvements through defined metrics
3. Insights & Dashboard Delivery
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Integrate related data sources to enrich the RCI platform
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Develop insightful dashboards for senior leadership
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Measure success through dashboard usage and stakeholder satisfaction
4. Training, Governance, and Change Management
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Deliver standardized training and communication materials
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Establish transparent change management processes
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Promote sustainable and auditable GRC practices
Ideal Candidate Profile
Execution & Ownership
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Transform complex requirements into a clear roadmap
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Oversee RCI framework governance and data quality efforts
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Take full accountability for deliverables and results
Strategic Integration & Collaboration
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Connect business and technical stakeholders to align goals
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Partner with engineering teams for scalable GRC platform implementation
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Anticipate project risks and maintain delivery momentum
Results-Oriented Mindset
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Deliver measurable improvements in data accuracy and adoption
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Implement impactful dashboards and insights
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Track success with clear performance metrics
Required Qualifications
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10 years of experience in financial services, risk management, internal controls, or audit
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Deep operational risk experience, ideally with background in Big 4 consulting
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Hands-on experience with Archer, AuditBoard, or similar risk management platforms
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Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
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Proven ability to manage ambiguity, drive change, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
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Demonstrated success in implementing scalable, enterprise-level solutions
Why Apply?
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Competitive hourly rate: $85–$100/hour, commensurate with experience
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Opportunity to shape a high-visibility, firmwide GRC initiative
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Collaborative, forward-thinking environment
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Possibility for contract extension or full-time hire
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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