Risk & Compliance Program Manager
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:
Location: Hybrid in San Jose.
Employment Type: Full Time, permanent position.
Position Summary:
Are you passionate about risk management, compliance, and governance? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your insights shape business strategy? Innovation Consulting LLC is seeking a Risk & Compliance Program Manager to support the largest water utility in California.
In this role, you’ll drive audit, compliance, and risk assessment programs that ensure regulatory excellence, operational efficiency, and business integrity. You’ll collaborate with senior leadership, optimize processes, and play a key role in safeguarding critical infrastructure that serves millions of Californians.
This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a tangible difference!
Why join us?
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Innovation Consulting LLC, you will play a crucial role in driving our commitment to emotional intelligence, efficiency, and innovation, ensuring that we deliver positive outcomes for our clients and the communities we serve.
Who You Are:
You’re a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills who can identify risks, improve governance frameworks, and enhance operational efficiency. You bring expertise in auditing, compliance, and risk management—and you’re ready to lead impactful initiatives.
What You’ll Do:
· Lead Compliance & Risk Assessments – Conduct internal audits, evaluate governance structures, and ensure regulatory compliance.
· Develop Risk Mitigation Strategies – Partner with leadership to identify risks and implement proactive controls.
· Optimize Internal Processes – Improve business operations, financial reporting, and IT controls.
· Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams – Work closely with finance, IT, legal, and operations teams to drive compliance best practices.
· Deliver Insightful Reporting – Provide data-driven recommendations to senior executives for informed decision-making.
· Leverage Technology & Automation – Utilize compliance software and analytics tools to enhance efficiency.
Requirements:
Must-Have Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management or a related field.
· 10+ years of experience in compliance, auditing, or risk management
· Strong knowledge of internal controls, operational audits, and regulatory compliance
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills —able to engage with executives and technical teams alike
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.
· Valid California Driver’s License (some travel may be required).
Additional Qualifications
· Master’s degree (MBA, MS in Risk Management, or related field)
· Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP)
· Experience in the utility, infrastructure, or highly regulated industries.
· Familiarity with data analytics for risk assessment.
Work Environment & Additional Requirements:
· This role is primarily hybrid, with flexibility for occasional remote work in or near San Jose, California.
· Travel is estimated 0% to 10% of the time.
Compensation:
· Salary Range: $175,000 to $255,000
· Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision, retirement plans, reimbursement accounts, PTO (Paid time Off) and discount plans.
· No waiting period on benefits package. They are available immediately and accrual items begin accruing immediately.
· Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
· Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Medical, Dental and Vision:
· Benefits are provided through Covered California, where you can choose from over 20 health plans that best fit your and your family’s needs.
· Our Health Reimbursement Account helps us cost-share the premiums with our employees
· Premiums are mostly, or sometimes entirely covered by the Health Reimbursement Account, depending on the level of plan you select.
· HRA (Health Reimbursement Account) can be used for covering costs of plan premiums as well as point-of-service costs and copays
· Benefit amounts for 2025 (12-month period):
· Employee only: $6,600
· Employee plus one: $10,320
· Employee plus family: $14,040
· All plans may carryover up to $5000 to the next year
Retirement Savings Plan:
· 401K program with safe-harbor company matching contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of employee contributions.
· 401K program custodian with a history of high-performing funds.
· Discretionary supplemental match each year.
PTO (Paid Time Off)
· Holidays: Paid holidays for full-time employees, averaging 11 days per year, following utility holiday schedules.
· Sick time: 40 hours per year accrued on a bi-weekly basis, carryover allowed to next year.
· Vacation pay: accrued on a bi-weekly basis, carryover allowed to the next year.
· Vacation accrual details based on years of employment with our firm:
· 0-2 years: 2 weeks or 80 hours per year
· 3-4 years: 3 weeks or 120 hours per year
· 5+ years: 4 weeks or 160 hours per year
Additional Benefits:
· Discount program on memberships, hotels, travel, concerts, electronics and other items.
· No waiting period on benefits package. Benefits eligibility is available immediately and accrual items begin accruing immediately.
· With our 401K program, you are 100% vested in all deposits from day one, no vesting period on your contributions or company contribution.
· Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
· Supportive and collaborative work environment.
At Innovation Consulting LLC, you’ll be part of a team that believes in building a better world—starting with you. We’re committed to creating an environment where you feel valued, supported, empowered, and inspired to bring your unique talents to the table, driving positive change for our clients and communities.
Join us, and you’ll have the opportunity to grow with a company that values , ethical leadership, and sustainability, all while making a real impact in the world through our innovative and inclusive culture.