James Willis

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ABOUT JAMES WILLIS

Engaged risk professional with extensive experience in solving problems across risk, compliance, and audit disciplines. Recognized as an enterprise product leader who can align business and technology priorities and implement solutions through effective communication, collaboration and knowledge of Governance, Risk, & Compliance (GRC) processes and products.Product and program management expertise including designing, developing, and implementing risk and compliance solutions addressing complex needs.Developed risk and control programs focusing on strengthening governance and oversight through the evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of enterprise-wide policies, procedures, and controls over significant business processes.Extensive knowledge in various complex financial business services and regulatory requirements through working in the mutual fund, retirement, and banking industries.Strong organizational and analytical abilities, leadership and motivational expertise, strong decision making and exceptional written communication/interpersonal skills.Specialties:• Risk Management, Internal Audit, and Compliance Management• Financial Services, Retirement Services, Banking• Integrated Risk Management (IRM)/Governance, Risk, & Compliance (GRC) solutions, including IBM OpenPages with Watson and RSA Archer• Risk Assessment Methodology Development and Execution• Controls Adequacy and Effectiveness Evaluation• Problem-Solving and Solution Delivery• Leadership, Cross-Company Collaboration and Teamwork