Director, Workiva GRC Solution Architect

We are seeking a highly experienced Director, Workiva GRC Solution Architect to lead the design, configuration, and implementation of Workiva’s GRC platform across Controls, Audit, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), and integrated use cases.

This role will act as a trusted advisor to business, risk, and compliance stakeholders, translating requirements into scalable and well-architected Workiva GRC solutions.

The ideal candidate will bring deep hands-on Workiva GRC implementation expertise; strong ERM, audit and internal controls knowledge; and prior consulting experience—preferably within a Big 4 or large professional services environment.

What You’ll Do

Serve as the Director, Workiva GRC Solution Architect for Controls, Audit, ERM, Policies, IT Risk and integrated GRC projects

Configure and optimize Workiva GRC modules supporting:

ERM

SOX and internal controls

Audit and compliance workflows

Policies and Procedures

IT Risk

Translate enterprise risk, regulatory, and control requirements into scalable Workiva solutions

Partner with stakeholders across:

Finance

Internal Audit

Compliance

IT

Enterprise Risk Management

Advise on GRC best practices within the Workiva platform

Ensure solution integrity, scalability, and alignment with enterprise standards

Train junior resources and scale the practice

Participate in sales motions like demonstrations, proposals, and price-estimating

How You’ll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need To Succeed

Key Skills & Competencies

Deep expertise in Director, Workiva GRC Solution Architect

Strong GRC domain knowledge and internal controls expertise

Excellent communication with senior management and risk leaders

Ability to translate GRC concepts into practical system solutions

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and design skills

Experience working in consulting or matrixed enterprise environments

Domain & Functional Experience

Strong background in:

Risk assessments, risk registers, and risk reporting

SOX compliance and internal controls

Internal Audit

Control design, documentation, and testing

Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) programs

Experience with:

COSO ERM and COSO Internal Control frameworks

Risk and control mapping

Executive and board-level risk reporting

Experience supporting:

Public company compliance environments

Multi-entity and global risk programs

Consulting Experience

Prior SOX/Audit consulting experience strongly preferred, particularly:

Big 4 firms (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG)

Risk Advisory, Internal Audit, or GRC practices

Strong client-facing and stakeholder management experience

Basic Qualifications

Candidates must meet all of the following requirements:

Director, Workiva GRC Solution Architect (active and current)

5+ years of hands-on Workiva GRC implementation experience, including:

Design and deployment of Workiva GRC modules covering:

Internal Controls & SOX

Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

Compliance and Audit

Solution architecture and advanced configuration

Proven experience leading end-to-end Workiva GRC implementations, including:

ERM framework enablement and risk taxonomy design

Risk and control assessments

Solution design, configuration, testing, and deployment

Strong understanding of:

Risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and reporting

GRC frameworks and leading practices

Enterprise Risk Management concepts

SOX and Internal Audit

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Certifications / Credentials

CPA (Certified Public Accountant)

CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)

CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)

Local credentials and/or global equivalents are acceptable

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FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Compensation

Minimum Pay: $91,000
Maximum Pay: $278,000

Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.