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Job Summary:
NRG Energy is actively seeking a Risk Analyst to join its Enterprise Risk and Governance team. This role supports the development and maintenance of ERM policies, controls, and documentation, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance risk oversight. The analyst will also assist in preparing executive-level reports, dashboards, and presentations to communicate key risk insights, and contribute to special projects as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor business activities and evaluate large or non-standard transactions to ensure alignment with established risk tolerances and internal policies.
- Use data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI) to identify trends, streamline data collection and analysis, and develop dashboards and reports that communicate risk insights to stakeholders.
- Research trends and tools in enterprise risk management to support risk identification and mitigation efforts.
- Collaborate with team members to document and map key risk management processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend improvements to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Support ad hoc projects and cross-functional initiatives related to enterprise risk and governance.
Working Conditions:
- Location: Houston, TX.
- Hybrid work schedule: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote.
- Environment: Open office setting.
- Travel: Minimal.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Risk Management, Business, or related field.
- 2-5 years of relevant experience.
- Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis tools.
- Attention to detail with strong proofreading and editing skills.
- Ability to understand and communicate complex concepts clearly.
- Experience creating visual content such as diagrams, dashboards, and reports.
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- In-depth knowledge of the energy industry.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Comfortable interacting with stakeholders at various levels of the organization.
- Flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities and deadlines.
NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
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