Senior Testing Officer

Job description

Responsibilities Day to Day Responsibilities: The Risk & Control Program Testing Head will be responsible for leading Monitoring and Testing coverage for the Firm’s Risk Management control framework and the associated relationships with senior leadership. Specific responsibilities include:

- Lead CTL coverage of RISQ activities and manage relationships with senior RISQ and Business leadership

- Execute risk‑based testing reviews under the Annual RISQ CTL Testing Plan

- Support development of the annual risk‑based CTL Testing and Control Plans

- Cover key risk areas including Operational Risk, Fraud, Third‑Party Risk, HR processes, and Trade Booking/Settlement

- Assess processes, risks, and controls, design testing programs and scripts

- Document testing and workpapers to third‑party‑review standards

- Identify issues, challenge the business, and ensure timely remediation plans

- Prepare and deliver clear, concise final testing reports

- Validate closure of corrective actions by agreed due dates

- Lead and manage a team of testers, including scope, quality review, issue assessment, and progress tracking

- Provide hands‑on support during fieldwork and stakeholder engagement

- Coordinate planning and results with Central RISQ and Internal Audit

- Facilitate results reporting to local and global senior management

- Escalate issues where needed to ensure timely resolution and accountability

Profile Division Description: The Risk Management division at SG (RISQ) provides independent oversight of SG’s Business Lines while maintaining independent oversight through risk evaluation, monitoring and testing. The RISQ division in the US supports all the activities in the Americas Region (US, Canada, and Latin America), which is almost exclusively corporate and investment banking (GBIS) oriented. The Second Level Testing team (RISQ/CTL) is responsible for executing risk-based independent testing of controls established to manage and mitigate operational risk and regulatory risk associated with those regulations applicable to the Risk function. Reviews are completed and, where deficiencies are identified, corrective actions plans are defined and developed to remediate them using the Root Cause Taxonomy. The frequency of coverage and focus of reviews is informed by the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) and Regulatory Risk Assessment processes and qualitative input from Senior Risk Officers. Competencies:

- Inquisitive with strong attention to detail

- Strong written and verbal communication skills; effective across all organizational levels

- Ability to work independently and take initiative

- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills

- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, deadline‑driven environment

- Knowledge of Corporate & Investment Banking, Broker‑Dealer, and FCM risks and regulations

- Ability to apply laws, rules, and regulations to business activities and identify key risks

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

- Excellent writing skills

- Securities licenses a plus

Prior Work Experience:

- 7–12 years of experience within a financial services firm

- 5–7 years of Operational Risk testing or Audit experience

- General knowledge of regulatory requirements for investment banking and broker‑dealer activities

Qualifications:

- B.A./B.S. required

Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our Recruiters know. OUR CULTURE: At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/) DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING (“DIB”): Our DIB Mission: Recruit, develop, retain and advance a talented workforce that is united in our efforts to leverage our talent and further develop an inclusive environment that will enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients. It seeks to foster an environment where employee differences are valued and where all employees feel engaged, supported, respected, and informed. For more information about our DIB initiatives, please visit this link: https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-diversity/ USE OF AI GUIDELINES FOR CANDIDATES: Société Générale permits responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment. Information provided by candidates must authentically reflect their own skills and experience. AI must not be used for real-time interview coaching, to complete assessments, or to generate responses during interviews. Misuse may undermine the integrity of the process and result in exclusion. This restriction does not apply to assistive technologies used for accessibility or disability-related purposes. COMPENSATION: Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.