Associate, Business Operational Risk (Specialised Asset Finance)
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Active / Open Until Filled
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Date posted
August 28, 2026
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Closing date
Not Disclosed (Open Until Filled)
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Location
New York
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Salary
$110,000 - $190,000 /year
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Career level
Entry to Mid Level
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Experience
2 – 4 Years
Description
Macquarie Group is currently accepting applications for the role of Associate, Business Operational Risk (Specialised Asset Finance), based out of their corporate offices in New York, United States. This appointment offers an exceptional opportunity to join a globally recognized financial organization that combines entrepreneurial empowerment, disciplined risk governance, and a merit-based career trajectory.
The Risk Management Group provides an independent, objective oversight function that advises business units on managing credit, market, regulatory, and operational risks across global transactions. In this role, the successful candidate will work alongside seasoned industry professionals to optimize mission-critical processes, manage risk effectively, and deliver commercially impactful solutions across key markets.
Opportunity Overview & Quick Facts
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- Deliver high-impact independent operational risk oversight and advisory support to the Specialized Asset Finance business across the Americas.
- Interface strategically with front-office teams and corporate support functions to identify emerging risks, assess the effectiveness of controls, and help drive proactive risk management practices.
- This role involves reviewing new business initiatives, transactions, and change activities to ensure operational risks are appropriately identified and managed before implementation.
- Additionally lead risk assessments, incident reviews, control assurance activities, and governance reporting while supporting the ongoing execution of the firm's operational risk management framework.
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- Experience in operational risk management, non-financial risk, business controls, audit, compliance, or a related risk discipline within financial services.
- Understanding of risk and control frameworks, including risk assessments, control testing, issue management, and governance processes.
- Knowledge of capital markets, commodities, asset finance, structured finance, banking, or related financial products.
- Experience reviewing new business initiatives, transactions, product approvals, or change management activities from a risk and control perspective.
What Macquarie Offers
- Market-Leading Rewards: Competitive base remuneration supplemented by performance-linked incentive programs.
- Flexible Work Frameworks: Modern hybrid working arrangements supporting professional productivity and personal balance.
- Professional Development: Clear internal mobility pathways, technical skill enhancement, and professional accreditation support.
- Comprehensive Wellbeing: Access to employee assistance programs, holistic healthcare coverage, and dedicated wellbeing initiatives.
- Global Network & Impact: Collaborative engagement with cross-border teams across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions.
Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus
Apply Directly on Macquarie Careers Portal
This position is actively accepting candidate submissions. Access the official Macquarie Group recruitment platform to review comprehensive operational criteria and lodge your formal application.