Job Description

This position provides strategic support to the Director of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) in the advancement of the FHLBanks enterprise-wide risk management framework. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy and visibility engaging directly with senior management cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to strengthen the FHLBanks overall risk posture; serves as a key strategic partner within the ERM function responsible for driving the development and execution of risk initiatives across business resiliency third-party oversight and enterprise-wide governance; leads the design implementation and continuous enhancement of governance risk and compliance (GRC) tools and solutions that improve operational resilience enable integrated risk data and align risk capabilities with organizational strategy; actively participates in management committees and working groups contributing enterprise risk reporting and decision-making processes at the executive and board level; and collaborates across business units to ensure consistent application of risk management practices and fosters a culture of risk awareness and accountability. This role is positioned to influence strategic direction and support the long-term evolution of the ERM function.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Risk Management Business Administration Finance or other related discipline plus a professional certification (e.g. CRMA CRMP CERM RIMS-CRMP PMI-RMP) or graduate degree in a related discipline are required.

• 5 to 7 years of experience in enterprise risk operational risk or related functions with demonstrated knowledge on GRC tools and solutions.

• Proficiency in GRC platforms and data visualization tools.

• Strong analytical strategic planning and project management capabilities.

• Ability to translate complex risk concepts into actionable insights and executive-level communications.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.

• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.

Why work here

FHLBank Topeka strives to be an employer of choice by offering industry leading benefits such as generous vacation and volunteer hours. Below are a few more of our benefits.

• Bankwide incentive compensation program

• 401K retirement plan with competitive company match

• Multiple health insurance offerings including free telemedicine benefits

• Paid Time Off: Vacation sick personal volunteer and bereavement leave

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Voluntary life insurance

• Incentive-based wellness program

• Paid maternity and parent bonding leave

• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance

• Onsite fitness center with shower facilities and onsite yoga classes

• Summer hours

• Onsite café

How we work

At FHLBank Topeka employees are business partners. We believe we are successful when we partner with one another and understand that our differences only make us stronger.

• Flexible Remote Workday Business partners may work remote one day per week.

• Access to Leadership The executives of FHLBank Topeka welcome communication with business partners. Stop by and say Hi. Send an email and expect a response. Or schedule a meeting to share your perspective.

• Peer-to-Peer Recognition Our recognition programs celebrate business partners practicing FHLBank Topeka values and those working above and beyond.

• ProfessionalWins FHLBank Topeka offers business partners kudos for continuing education through tuition reimbursement and certification rewards.

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FHLBank Topeka EEO Policy

FHLBank Topeka is an equal employment opportunity employer. We recruit employ train compensate and promote without regard to race color creed religion sex age sexual orientation national origin ancestry pregnancy parental status citizenship status disability genetic information military status gender identity and expression or marital status.

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