Risk Officer II
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OverviewThis Second Line of Defense role is responsible for assessment and oversight of risks taken by the Bank at an advanced level of ability. Oversees First Line of Defense activities through objective risk assessment, effective challenge, monitoring, and reporting of the Bank's Risk Profile, including top and emerging risks. Provides leadership, consultation, and support for risk management techniques, practices, and procedures that protect the Bank from loss or exposure. Facilitates the development of analyses and reports to support the appropriate identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting of new or existing risks. Assists in the review and enhancement of internal controls. Maintains a strong knowledge of new or emerging risk management techniques and trends through professional networking and industry involvement. Develops collaborative partnerships with internal departments, external auditors, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to support the company's Risk Management Framework. May provide guidance to less experienced associates in the department.ResponsibilitiesRisk Oversight & Monitoring - Provides objective oversight of risks through effective challenge using defined methodologies and subject matter expertise. Provides leadership, consultation, and support for risk management. Fosters business unit relationships and implements training to promote engagement in risk management programs, including compliance with all risk policies and standards. May assist with presentations, workshops, and other materials as necessary to communicate risk management tactics. May provide guidance to less experienced associates in the department.Risk Management Proficiency - Maintains a strong knowledge of risk management developments or changes within the organization, industry, and market. Develops active relationships within professional networks to stay current on emerging issues and regulatory requirements. Communicates risk vision and regulatory requirements to applicable stakeholders, including less experienced associates in the work group.Business Support - Provides support for business programs, initiatives, and leaders. Serves as a consultant on risk best practices, processes, and regulatory requirements. Facilitates reporting and interdepartmental collaboration.Exam Support - Assists with internal audits through partnership with both internal and external auditors. Works closely with regulatory agencies and assists regulatory exams. Ensures that all auditing or exam preparatory needs are met.The base pay for this position is relative to your experience but the range is generally from $132,452.00 to $179,200.00 per year. This position is eligible for variable compensation, which may be in the form of incentive, bonus, or commission pay. First Citizens offers a competitive benefits program which you can review here: Qualification: Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Financial Services, Enterprise Risk Management, Operational Risk Management, Compliance, Audit, Finance, or Accounting OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Financial Services, Enterprise Risk Management, Operational Risk Management, Compliance, Audit, Finance, or AccountingPreferred Education: Advanced DegreePreferred Qualifications: 8+ years of related operational, strategic, and reputational risk management experience at a leading financial institution. Experience identifying reputational, strategic, compliance, technology and operational risks and assessing the adequacy of controls to manage such risks, including recommending enhanced or additional controls.1st LOD and / or 2nd LOD experience in risk management within a large financial institutionComfortable challenging the status quo.Excellent project management skillsHigh energy and proven track record of accomplishments and resultsExperience developing and/or providing input into presentations for team, Senior Leadership or CommitteesStrong interpersonal skills, with evidence of working in collaboration across large, complex organizations, including effective influencing skills, a proactive and 'no surprises' approach in communicating issues/requests.Strong knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, supervisory guidance, and expectations for large financial institutions (LFIs)Understanding of business strategy, critical success factors, risk profile, and potential exposuresExperience in technology risk managementAbility to quickly learn new products, lines of business, processes, software, systems, and client needs.Effective risk management skills and ability to predict and mitigate risks and issues, as well as anticipating and proactively preparing for changes and impacts to clients and SVB s business.Diplomacy, active listening, persuasiveness, and presentation skills to evangelize new products or changes and gain buy-in, consensus, and cooperation in the face of conflicting viewpoints, resistance to change, constraints, etc.Critical-thinking, business analysis, and process engineering skills to manage, contribute to, and foresee pitfalls in process-related deliverables.Job type: FULL TIMECategories: Compliance or Risk