Credit Union Risk Management Analyst Onboarding

In this task, you will be introduced to the company's structure and values. You will gain an understanding of the organization's hierarchy and how different departments collaborate. This knowledge is crucial in navigating the company effectively and aligning your work with its values. What kind of structure do you think would work best for efficient communication and decision-making? Why?

This task involves completing the HR orientation and paperwork. It is important to familiarize yourself with the company policies, procedures, and benefits. The completed paperwork will enable HR to process your employment and ensure you receive all necessary resources and entitlements. Have you ever been in a similar orientation before? What was one key thing you learned from it?

In this task, you will receive your access credentials to the credit union's system. These credentials will grant you permission to log in to the system and access relevant information and tools. What do you expect to find in the system? How do you think this access will enhance your ability to perform your role effectively?

This task involves attending briefings on credit union risk management principles. These briefings will provide you with valuable insights into the core principles and practices of risk management specific to the credit union industry. How do you think these briefings will help you understand and address risks in your day-to-day work?

In this task, you will meet with your team and department manager. This meeting will provide an opportunity to establish rapport, understand team dynamics, and learn about key responsibilities and expectations. How do you envision building strong relationships with your team members and manager?

In this task, you will receive the necessary equipment and have software installations set up. This will include items like a laptop, relevant software programs, and any additional tools required for your role. What specific software programs and equipment do you think you will need to perform your job effectively?

In this task, you will complete compliance and data protection training. Compliance and data protection are crucial aspects of our credit union's operations. This training will ensure that you understand the regulatory requirements and best practices for managing sensitive data. By completing this task, you will demonstrate your commitment to maintaining the highest standards of compliance and data protection. How do you think compliance and data protection training will impact your daily work as a risk management analyst? Any questions or concerns about compliance and data protection?

In this task, you will start guided job shadowing with a mentoring analyst. The mentoring analyst will provide guidance, answer questions, and share their knowledge and experience with you. By completing this task, you will gain hands-on exposure to the responsibilities and tasks of a risk management analyst. How do you think job shadowing will enhance your understanding of the role? Any specific skills or areas of focus you would like to develop during the shadowing period?

In this task, you will familiarize yourself with the internal documentations and protocols of our credit union. These documentations and protocols provide guidelines and procedures for various aspects of our operations. By completing this task, you will be able to navigate the internal documentations and protocols effectively. What challenges do you anticipate in familiarizing yourself with our internal documentations and protocols? How can our documentations and protocols support your daily work as a risk management analyst?

In this task, you will learn to use the risk management software and tools utilized by our credit union. These software and tools are essential for analyzing and managing risks. By completing this task, you will gain proficiency in utilizing the risk management software and tools, enabling you to perform your job duties effectively. Are you familiar with any risk management software or tools? What resources or support do you need to learn and use the software and tools?

In this task, you will gain an understanding of the credit union's risk appetite and strategy. Our risk appetite defines the level of risk we are willing to accept, while our risk strategy outlines our approach to identify, assess, and mitigate risks. By completing this task, you will align your risk management practices with the credit union's risk appetite and strategy. How do you think understanding our risk appetite and strategy will guide your decision-making as a risk management analyst? Any questions or clarifications needed on our risk appetite and strategy?

In this task, you will conduct your first portfolio assessment under the supervision of a senior analyst. A portfolio assessment involves evaluating the risk exposure and performance of a specific set of assets or investments. By completing this task, you will apply your knowledge and skills in assessing and analyzing risks in a real-world scenario. What challenges do you anticipate in conducting your first portfolio assessment? What support or additional resources do you need for this task?

In this task, you will start tracking and reporting risks identified in the credit union's operations. Tracking and reporting risks is a crucial responsibility of a risk management analyst, as it helps identify areas of concern and inform decision-making. By completing this task, you will contribute to maintaining an effective risk management system within the credit union. How do you think tracking and reporting risks will impact risk mitigation efforts? Any challenges or specific requirements in tracking and reporting risks?

In this task, you will attend team meetings and discussions related to risk management. These meetings provide an opportunity to share updates, discuss challenges, and collaborate with your team members. By completing this task, you will actively participate in team discussions and contribute to the overall risk management efforts. What topics or issues would you like to discuss in the team meetings? Any suggestions for improving the effectiveness of team meetings?

In this task, you will develop an understanding of risk mitigation measures employed by our credit union. Risk mitigation measures are actions taken to minimize the likelihood or impact of identified risks. By completing this task, you will be equipped with knowledge on effective risk mitigation strategies. How do you think understanding risk mitigation measures will enhance your role as a risk management analyst? Any examples of risk mitigation measures you are familiar with?

In this task, you will prepare a summary report of key risk indicators identified in the credit union's operations. Key risk indicators are measurable metrics used to monitor and evaluate risks. By completing this task, you will demonstrate your ability to analyze and communicate key risk information. What challenges do you anticipate in preparing the summary report? What tools or templates do you need for this task?

In this task, you will transition to independent work after receiving feedback from your mentor. Your mentor will provide you with feedback on your performance and guide you on areas of improvement. By completing this task, you will demonstrate your ability to apply your learnings and work independently as a risk management analyst. How do you plan to incorporate the feedback from your mentor? Any specific areas you want to focus on during the transition to independent work?