Senior Risk Officer - Program Governance (Remote)

This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States.

This role is responsible for analyzing risks within Third Party Risk and assisting senior management in managing those risks. This position employs comprehensive knowledge of risk management techniques, practices, and procedures as well as various banking regulatory requirements and processes. The Senior Risk Officer works closely with regulators for 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.

This role is critical in establishing and maintaining oversight of a robust Third Party risk framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and corporate objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Third Party risk, Third Party resiliency, operational risk management, and data-driven reporting. This position requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and collaboration skills to support risk management efforts across the company.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supports overarching Third Party Risk Management strategy and program, inclusive of establishing roles and responsibilities.
• Develops Third Party requirements including Policy, Standard, and Procedures.
• Assists in methodology for critical and alternatively managed Third Parties.
• Supports Third and Fourth Party requirements.
• Aids in developing approach for annual methodology reviews inclusive of risk assessments, due diligence and performance assessments of Third Parties.
• Involved in regulatory change management.
• Supports issue management responsibilities.
• Builds training and communications to support program needs and change.
• Involved in overall process improvement and change.
• Builds relationships with senior management within business units and supports escalation to board committees.
• Develops collaborative partnerships with stakeholders to enhance cross-functional risk management capabilities.

• Governance
  • Develop, implement, and maintain an effective Third Party risk governance framework that aligns with regulatory and industry standards.
  • Lead the establishment and monitoring of risk governance processes, ensuring consistent risk management practices.
  • Establish the management routines associated with effective committee management and outcomes.
  • Establish and manage the processes to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and transparency in all risk-related reporting and communications.
• Team Leadership
  • Manage 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.

• Business Management
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the organization.
• Act as a liaison between the TPRO organization and other departments, ensuring alignment and effective communication across the organization.

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 Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in operational risk management, governance, or related roles.

• Proven experience in risk reporting and analytics, with strong data interpretation and communication skills.

• Exceptional leadership, collaboration, and strategic thinking abilities.

• Strong understanding of the financial services industry, operational processes, and risk mitigation techniques.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic vision and ability to align risk practices with business objectives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record in building and leading high-performing teams.

This job posting is expected to remain active for 45 days from the initial posting date listed above. If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate. Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants.

The base pay for this position is generally between $107,000 and $180,000. 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.

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.