Global Risk and Security (GR&S) at Vanguard enables business strategy, protects client and Vanguard interests (e.g., assets and data), and stewards a strong risk culture. Our teams leverage enterprise-wide insights, deep expertise, and trusted advice so that across Vanguard leaders and crew drive faster, stronger, risk-informed decisions.

Vanguard Global Risk & Security (GR&S) is seeking a Senior Risk Advisor to support Vanguard's Financial Advisor Services (FAS) division. We are seeking a strategic and technically adept Digital and Analytics Senior Risk Advisor to lead and support risk management initiatives across digital platforms, AI technologies, and data-driven products within FAS. This role is pivotal in ensuring our organization’s digital transformation is secure, compliant, and resilient against emerging threats. This role will advise business leaders regarding risks related to data governance, AI/ML initiatives, and Digital transformation projects for the FAS division. This role will partner with the business and IT Risk to identify and remediate top digital risks, establish risk tolerance, and ensure risks are properly mitigated.

This role reports to the FAS Risk Director and is skip level to the FAS Chief Risk Officer.

In this role you will be responsible for:

Digital Risk OversightIdentify, assess, and monitor risks related to digital products, platforms, and services, applying risk methodology to those risks Be accountable for the timely completion of risk projects and ensuring risk work is creating the desired outcomesPartner with IT Risk, Information Security, Legal, and Compliance teams to develop a comprehensive view of digital risk to the businessData Risk OversightApply and maintain a data risk governance framework in partnership with FAS Data teamIdentify, assess, and monitor risks related to data lifecycleAI Risk GovernanceEvaluate AI/ML use cases for ethical, regulatory, business and operational risks.Ensure AI use case approval adheres to enterprise governance policiesCollaborate with business teams (e.g. data product, and engineering teams) to embed controls in AI lifecycle managementStakeholder EngagementPartner with cross-functional teams (IT, Legal, Compliance, Product, Engineering) to align risk strategies with business goals.Communicate risk posture and mitigation plans to senior leadershipMaintain an in-depth understanding of Vanguard, the FAS business, and its digital strategy. Independently stay informed of industry trends and developments to maintain strong business- and risk-acumen. Share learnings and perspective with the risk team and business partnersInnovation Champion risk smart use of automation and digital toolsStay ahead of emerging technologies and threats to proactively adjust risk strategies

The ideal candidate excels at these top capabilities:

Skills

Deep understanding of AI technologies, digital product development and deployment.Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skillsFamiliarity with global regulatory and risk frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, NIST AI RMF)High risk acumen

Preferred Attributes

Strategic thinker with a proactive and innovative mindset who can think creatively and use sound and mature business judgement.Ability to translate technical risks into business impact.Outcome-oriented and comfortable working in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.Passionate about digital transformation and responsible AI adoption.Someone motivated by Vanguard’s mission and purpose.

Qualifications

Minimum of eight years related work experience.Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.