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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The Risk and Compliance Manager is responsible for the organization's compliance function. Duties include oversight of the risk, security, quality, and legal frameworks; establishment of organizational compliance policies and procedures via cross-departmental coordination; and the assessment of organizational risk. They will be expected to conduct audits, report on organizational performance, and make recommendations for improvements that will minimize the organization's exposure to risk as well as ensure business continuity.

As a member of the management team, the Risk and Compliance Manager contributes to the development and furtherance of our organizational policy and strategic plans and acts as a compliance champion through the execution of education and training.

Responsibilities*

• Execute strategic initiatives through implementation of the organization's compliance practices related to legal, risk and security, and quality frameworks.
• Lead legal policy and compliance for the organization. Activities include development of new and maintenance of existing contracts, trademarking, brand infringements, and non-disclosure agreements, Lead on vendor contract negotiations, oversee timelines and communications with internal and external stakeholders, and provide support for RFP and RFQ processes.
• Maintain and execute the organization's security plans (information security, physical security, incident response). Continually review and improve the organization's security policies and practices to increase awareness and engagement across the organization for improved security. Act as an advisor to the Test Security team. Enforce organization's security plans through conducting regular internal and external audits to ensure compliance procedures are followed both internal and external to the organization.
• Maintain and execute the organization's risk management plan. Continually expand and improve the organization's risk management plan which includes development and enhancement of new and existing policies and practices to increase awareness and engagement across the organization.
• Prepare regular risk management reports based on internal reviews and applicable industry trends, and advise the risk management committee on implementation and effectiveness of risk mitigation measures. Additionally, provide recommendations for updates to applicable policies, procedures and practices. Liaise with risk stakeholders across the organization to provide support, education, and training on risk management.
• Manage a formalized quality management system that documents processes, procedures, and responsibilities for achieving quality policies and objectives. Lead on staff training, internal audits and reporting on quality system performance that supports the organizations strategic initiatives and ensures robust business continuity. Utilize departmental KPIs to identify quality improvement needs, mitigate organizational risk, and engage with departmental stakeholders to facilitate successful business outcomes, ensuring business continuity.
• Manage the Risk and Compliance team, ensuring that they have the necessary tools and skills to operate effectively, and they are motivated to strive towards continuous improvement.
• Other contributions commensurate with level and experience as required.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Risk Management, Legal, or similar field
• Competent user of most Office products and ability to quickly learn new software programs
• Analytical skills, and strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage change in a complex environment
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Ability to provide leadership and direction to a team of staff
• Proven ability to develop, manage, and implement new policies and procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to build positive professional relationships
• Significant experience with risk management and/or information security framework
• Experience leading organizational change
• Experience with quality assurance methodologies
• Experience developing metrics and dashboard reporting

Desired Qualifications*

• Master's degree in Business, Risk Management, Legal, or similar field
• Certification in Risk Management, Project Management, Quality Management or Security
• Familiarity with high-stakes assessments
• Experience in project management
• Experience managing a team
• Experience working with international clientele in a legal or risk and compliance speciality

Work Locations

Michigan Language Assessment is seeking candidates located in or around Ann Arbor and supports a fully remote work from home schedule with occasionally scheduled in person activities.

Upon request, qualified candidates outside of the Ann Arbor commuting area may be considered.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

For additional information, please visit our website at https://michiganassessment.org/.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.