Job Summary:
Mizuho U.S. Operations is seeking an ambitious junior professional to join our Enterprise Risk Management Governance and Reporting team. This role involves assisting in the development of Risk Management committee material presented to senior management, contributing to the Risk Appetite process, and support of the firm’s Risk Management Programs.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in developing and maintaining Risk Management Committee (RMC) materials.
Coordinate with internal teams to gather inputs and ensure timely, accurate reporting.
Prepare, validate, and distribute risk reports for senior management, committees, and regulators.
Support the annual Risk Appetite Statement (RAS) process, including tracking submissions and compiling materials.
Respond to audit and regulatory requests by compiling and validating supporting documentation.
Maintain reporting calendars and ensure adherence to production timelines.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting efficiency and accuracy.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Mathematics, or a related field.
1–2 years of experience in a bank or financial institution.
Exposure to management or regulatory reporting.
Basic understanding of financial products (e.g., equities, fixed income, FX, derivatives) and risk concepts.
Technical skills (e.g., Excel, Power BI, data visualization, or basic coding) are a plus.
Comfortable working across functions and engaging with stakeholders.
Analytical mindset with a focus on data quality and issue resolution.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy under tight deadlines.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Well-organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
High integrity and accountability in handling sensitive information.
Adaptable and eager to learn in a dynamic risk environment.
The expected base salary ranges from $95,000 - $115,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, including Medical, Dental and 401K plans, successful candidates are also eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
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Other requirements
Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.
Company Overview
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.
Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.
We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.
We participate in the E-Verify program.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.
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What We Do
This is not your typical financial institution. It’s our people who make us a cut above. Here, every person is respected because of their differences, not in spite of them. We pride ourselves on a culture of purpose, passion and compassion. At Mizuho, we provide the stability of an international industry leader with the career trajectory of a growing business. Our steady, strategic growth gives our people at all levels rewarding degrees of responsibility and a richer work experience than a boutique firm or an established giant could offer alone. Working for Mizuho opens doors not just to a rewarding career with excellent prospects, but to lasting friendships with colleagues from diverse cultures. It’s the local expertise of our employees that makes our global network so powerful. By collaborating with colleagues and clients who have your same ambition, you can amplify your sphere of influence and base of knowledge as part of one of the largest—and growing—banks in the world. We’re all global citizens, and that’s why our company feels compelled to make an impact through more than just drawing up deals. We prove that it’s possible to do well and do good. We do right by our clients, our community and each other.
