Business Unit Risk Specialist I

Truist Bank • Charlotte, NC

16d

About The Position

The Business Unit Risk Advisor Specialist I-FINRA engages with Business Unit stakeholders in its management of risks and controls as well as its execution of risk program requirements. Execute, facilitate and/or monitor execution of Risk Program requirements (e.g., RCSA, KRIs, etc.) within the Business Unit for moderate and low complexity areas. Provide risk advice for business stakeholders. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field, or equivalent education and related training.
• 3+ years of experience in a financial institution with emphasis on risk management or equivalent work experience and training, and/or equivalent education, training and experience.
• Experience in compliance and operational risk mitigation and remediation.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Proven leadership and management skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills adaptable to a dynamic and complex work environment; Capable of handling multiple projects concurrently.
• Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products.
• Ability to travel, occasionally overnight.

Nice To Haves

• Strongly preferred: FINRA Series 7, 24, 53, and 66 licenses (Series 9&10 can be used in lieu of 53. Series 63&65 can be used in lieu of Series 66).

Responsibilities

• Provide risk support to assigned Business Unit across all risk types to promote and strengthen compliance with applicable regulations, policies, procedures and risk program requirements.
• Partner with first- and second-line defense teammates across assigned business areas for moderate or low complexity areas in identifying, escalating and in remediating risk control gaps to ensure compliance with Enterprise Risk Management programs and policy.
• Monitor and report on emerging risks potentially impactful to Business Unit partners and Truist. Execute processes and record retention routines necessary to ensure Business Unit compliance with enterprise risk monitoring requirements.
• Understand Business Unit goals, provide risk management expertise in strategic projects and seek engagement from appropriate peers for guidance and input.
• Other activities and special projects, as deemed required.

Benefits

• All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position.
• Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates.
• Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays.
• Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan.
• As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level