Senior Executive Assistant to Chief Risk Officer; CRO

General information Career area Administration Work Location(s) 601 S. Tryon Street, NC Remote? No  # 21492 Posted Date 01-09-26 Working time Full time Ally and Your Career Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that’s more than some cliché people put on job postings. We live this stuff! We see our people as, well, people - with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them.

Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. You’re constantly evolving, so shouldn’t your opportunities be, too?

Work Schedule:

Ally designates roles as (1) fully on-site, (2) hybrid, or (3) fully remote. Hybrid roles are generally expected to be in the office a certain number of days per week as indicated by your manager. Your hiring manager will discuss this role's specific work requirements with you during the hiring process. All work requirements are subject to change at any time based on leader discretion and/or business need.

This role is onsite daily in our Charlotte, NC office.

The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative support to the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) in a fast-paced financial services environment. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The Executive Assistant will serve as a key liaison between the CRO, internal stakeholders, and external partners, ensuring efficient operations and effective communication within the Risk Management function.

• Manage the CRO’s calendar, schedule meetings, coordinate appointments, and arrange travel logistics.
• Prepare, review, and edit correspondence, presentations, reports, and other documents for the CRO.
• Organize and coordinate meetings, including Risk Committee meetings, board presentations, and cross-functional sessions; prepare agendas, take minutes, and track action items.
• Screen and prioritize incoming communications, responding on behalf of the CRO as appropriate.
• Maintain confidential files and records related to risk management, compliance, and regulatory matters.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of regulatory filings and documentation.
• Coordinate with other executive assistants and departments to ensure seamless communication and workflow.
• Support special projects and initiatives led by the CRO, including risk assessments, audits, and strategic planning.
• Monitor deadlines and follow up on outstanding items to ensure timely completion.
• Handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.
• May produce expense reports for department.
• May process invoices for payment.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years of experience as an executive assistant, preferably in financial services or a regulated industry.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and virtual meeting platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and judgment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Familiarity with risk management, compliance, or regulatory environments is a plus.

Ally's compensation program offers market-competitive base pay and pay-for-performance incentives (bonuses) based on achieving personal and company goals. Our Total Rewards program includes industry-leading compensation and benefits plus additional incentives that are designed to meet your needs and those of your family so you can get the most out of your career and your life, including:

• Time Away: Program starts at 20 paid time off days in addition to 11 paid holidays and 8 hours of volunteer time off yearly (time off days are prorated based…