Senior Risk Officer - Model Risk - Citizens Bank : Job Details

This is a remote role that may only be hired in the following location(s): North Carolina, Ohio & Michigan.

This role is responsible for analyzing risks within Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and assisting senior management in managing those risks. Employs comprehensive knowledge of risk management techniques, practices, and procedures as well as various banking regulatory requirements and processes. Works closely with regulatorsfor continuous monitoring and exam management, business units, and enterprise-wide business support groups to manage cross-functional issues associated with risk. This role is responsible for maintaining influential relationships with senior management across the Three Lines of Defense, and providing support for management and board committees. Maintains effective and productive external relationships. May have responsibility for managing and developing associates in the work group.

• Enterprise & Operational Risk Management - Develops new types of enterprise risk processes, analyses, and models as necessary. Identifies, evaluates, and plans strategies for improving risk management. Validates quantitative and qualitative risk measures. Maintains a strong knowledge of new and evolving risk management developments and industry changes. Assesses existing controls and works with management to comply with testing requirements. Identifies control deficiencies, monitors remediation of control deficiencies, and reports control issues to management. Prepares written reports for management review and approval. Communicates risk vision and regulatory requirements to stakeholders. Develops relationships and remains active within professional networks to stay abreast of current and emerging issues.
• Team Leadership - Manages the recruitment, training, and development process for assigned associates. Provides guidance on governance practices by establishing work performance standards, on-the-job training, and other educational efforts. Provides day-to-day oversight of staff, including accountability for ensuring work product quality.
• Risk Education - Partners with business units to ensure implementation of and compliance with program policies and standards. Leads development and implementation of organizational training relating to ERM programs. Promotes risk awareness with stakeholders across the Bank through risk presentations, workshops, and roadshow materials. Develops and implements supporting business unit procedures as necessary.
• Committees and Projects - Provides support for other Enterprise & Operational Risk Management programs and initiatives such as risk control self-assessments, operational risk event reporting, and other activities. Participates as a risk advisor on project teams or committees to offer guidance related to risk best practices, processes and regulatory requirements.
• Business Support - Works closely with Internal Audit and numerous regulatory agencies. Manages preparation activities for Internal Audit and regulatory exams, and participates in related meetings. Partners with risk leadership to ensure components are received in a timely manner for posting prior to exam start.

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Enterprise Risk or Operational Risk, and Project Management or Internal/External Consulting OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Enterprise Risk or Operational Risk, and Project Management or Internal/External Consulting

Preferred Education: Advanced DegreeLicense or Certification Type: null nullSkill(s): Knowledge of risk techniques, practices, and control frameworks, Knowledge of various banking and government regulatory requirements and processes, Ability to work effectively with associates, senior management, and various committees, Knowledge of regulatory guidance pertaining to enterprise risk and operational risk

If hired in North Carolina or Ohio the base pay for this position is generally between 125,000.00-155,000.00. If hired in Michigan, the base pay for this position is generally between $130,000.00 – 160,000.00. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.

First Citizens benefits programs are designed to meet our associates where they are in life. Full-time associates (20+ hours) are offered a comprehensive benefits program, with customized offerings, including those designed to support families, however defined. More information regarding our benefits offerings can be found here: