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Operational Risk Business Lead

Freddie Mac
Full Timesenior
McLean, VA$126k – $188kPosted 16 days ago

Role Overview

Freddie Mac is hiring a Operational Risk Business Lead. This is a full-time role in McLean. posted 2 weeks ago. The posted range is $126k to $188k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and it’s at the core of everything we do. Since our charter in 1970, we have made home possible for more than 90 million families across the country. Join an organization where your work contributes to a greater purpose.

Position Overview:

Are you eager to make an impact in a fast-paced, agile environment? Do you have strong experience in operational risk and controls, change management, and reporting, along with analytical and interpersonal skills and knowledge of Single-Family Acquisitions (SFA) or mortgage markets?

If you are curious, passionate about learning, and customer-focused, apply for the Operational Risk Business Lead to help lead SFA Risk Management.

Our Impact:

The Single-Family Acquisitions Operational Risk team is responsible for working with management to effectively handle Operational Risk.

Your Impact:

In this role, you will work with SF Acquisitions business process owners to:

  • Lead risk assessment reviews and governance activities for significant changes

  • Create and prepare change management reporting for SFA

  • Support the business during the lifecycle of a significant change

  • Update and maintain all procedures, job aids and templates used within the change management process

  • Evaluate applicability of corporate standards and FHFA directives against initiatives

  • Challenge status quo. Identify opportunities to improve and streamline processes, including reporting and process automation.

  • Periodically participate in operational risk-related projects that impact the SF Acquisitions division.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 8 years of relevant experience with a minimum of 3-4 years of operational risk management and/or audit experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

  • Extensive experience with risks and controls

  • Strong Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

  • Relationship Management skills including influencing others, facilitating meetings, engaging partners, building relationship networks, and resolving conflict

  • Relevant professional certifications (PMP, CPA, CISA, CIA, Six Sigma, etc.) are a plus

Keys to Success in this Role:

  • Results driven

  • Problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills

  • Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to ask insightful questions

  • Naturally curious and passion for learning

  • Team player with a positive attitude

Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.

We consider all applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical and mental disability, pregnancy, ethnicity, genetic information or any other protected categories under applicable federal, state or local laws. We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

A safe and secure environment is critical to Freddie Mac’s business. This includes employee commitment to our acceptable use policy, applying a vigilance-first approach to work, supporting regulatory mandates, and using best practices to protect Freddie Mac from potential threats and risk. Employees exercise this responsibility by executing against policies and procedures and adhering to privacy & security obligations as required via training programs.

CA Applicants:  Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Notice to External Search Firms: Freddie Mac partners with BountyJobs for contingency search business through outside firms. Resumes received outside the BountyJobs system will be considered unsolicited and Freddie Mac will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. If interested in learning more, please visit www.BountyJobs.com and register with our referral code: MAC.

Time-type:Full time

FLSA Status:Exempt

Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $126,000 - $188,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Operational Risk Business Lead position at Freddie Mac?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Freddie Mac. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Operational Risk Business Lead position at Freddie Mac located?

This position is based in McLean. Freddie Mac has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

How much does the Operational Risk Business Lead role at Freddie Mac pay?

Freddie Mac has posted a compensation range of $126k to $188k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.

When was the Operational Risk Business Lead role at Freddie Mac posted?

This role was posted on July 7, 2026 (16 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Operational Risk Business Lead role at Freddie Mac require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Freddie Mac lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.

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