Job Description

About Our Company

Ameriprise India LLP has been providing client based financial solutions to help clients plan and achieve their financial objectives for 20 years. We are part of Ameriprise Financial Inc., a US financial planning company headquartered in Minneapolis with a global presence and diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. The firm’s focus areas include Asset Management and Advice, Retirement Planning and Insurance Protection.

Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture that rewards you for your contributions, and work with other talented individuals who share your passion for doing great work. You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to make your mark at the office and a difference in your community. So, if you're talented, driven and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares, take the next step and create a career at Ameriprise India LLP.

The Bank Risk Office has an exciting opportunity for a Group Lead Risk Management to join our team! As part of the Second Line of Defense (2LOD), the Bank Risk Office provides independent oversight of risk management activities across the Banking and Cash Solutions business unit (BCS), including Ameriprise Bank, FSB.

This role is responsible for managing and developing a team of risk professionals while delivering 2LOD risk oversight across BCS. The position partners closely with business and risk leadership, including key U.S. based stakeholders, to provide independent challenge, guidance, and risk insights.
The Group Lead Risk Management is accountable for executing core (2LOD) risk management activities- including internal control testing, risk assessments, risk event oversight, and continuous monitoring, while reinforcing team capability and risk culture.

Success in this role requires strong leadership, the ability to influence across a global environment, and highly effective communication with senior business and risk stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee core risk management activities across the BCS segment, including internal control testing, process walkthroughs, risk assessments, continuous monitoring.
• Identify and communicate control deficiencies, assess risk exposure and impact, and develop practical, risk-based recommendations.
• Provide oversight of the Risk Event Program and partner with the business to ensure timely issue resolution and effective mitigation.
• Execute key risk activities while guiding team members and ensuring quality, consistency, and alignment with risk frameworks.
• Proactively identify opportunities and recommend strategies to mitigate current and future business risks.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of key risk artifacts, including process inventories, process flows, procedures, Risk & Control Matrices (RCMs), and mapping of regulatory requirements.
• Provide direct and/or indirect leadership to lower-level risk professionals including; coaching, development and sharing of knowledge to drive team effectiveness and results

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent
• 5-8 years of experience in risk management or related control environments, or equivalent leadership experience in a control-focused role
• Demonstrated history of working independently while contributing effectively within a strong team to move initiatives forward
• Excellent written, verbal and consultative communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence business and risk stakeholders
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, drive results and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to coach, influence, and motivate others

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective internal and external partnerships
• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking capabilities
• Experience in public accounting, internal audit, or related field
• Experience within banking or financial services environments
• Professional certifications or licenses (e.g., Series 7) a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Visio

In-Office Collaboration

We are a client-centric, relationship-based business. Working together, in-person, is foundational to how we achieve results. By fostering a culture of face-to-face collaboration, idea sharing, productivity and personal connection, we deliver for our stakeholders — clients, advisors, employees and shareholders. Our employees work in the office at least three (3) days per week, with flexibility to work from home two (2) days per week. Some roles may require additional in-office time or different in-office expectations, and specific requirements will be discussed during the hiring process.

Full time

(2:00p-10:30p)

AWMPO AWMP&S President's Office

Business Support & Operations

Ameriprise India LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.