Risk Manager II

Southstate Bank•Va, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position executes specific essential functions within the second line Risk Management Division to support SouthState’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework which is designed to provide a consolidated view of risk in the organization and compliance with the company’s Risk Appetite Statement.

Requirements

Experience and demonstrated application of ERM Frameworks and related Programs (e.g., RCSA, Issue Management, Key Risk Indicators) required.
Financial acumen
Demonstrated industry/general banking and market knowledge
Experience independently leading and executing risk assessments (including RCSAs), and/or assessing the adequacy of policies, procedures, processes, and compliance and operational controls
Clear understanding of risks and internal controls and the ability to evaluate and determine the adequacy and effectiveness of controls.
Effective relationship management and execution skills.
Ability to understand and operate successfully in a matrixed corporate environment.
Attention to accuracy and detail
Demonstrated thought leadership, initiative, and application of independent judgment.
Self-starter, able to operate independently with little day-to-day direction
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with mid to senior level management, other internal clients, peers, and audit.
Well-organized, able to effectively multi-task
Education : Bachelor of Arts or Science in Finance/Accounting, Business, or related field.
Experience : 10+ years of experience with previous Risk Management and/or Internal Audit experience in banking preferred.
Certifications/Specific Knowledge : Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Required annual compliance training, New Employee Orientation
Must be able to effectively access and interpret information on computer screens, documents, and reports.
This position requires a large amount of time in front of a computer.
For telecommuters or hybrid: Telecommuting roles no matter if hybrid or 100% full time telecommuting must have a secure home office environment that is free from background noise and distractions.
They must also have a reliable private internet connection that is not supplied by use of cellular data (hot spot).
Cable or fiber connections are preferred.
Requirements are subject to change, as new systems and technology is delivered.
This position requires travel (20%)

Nice To Haves

Experience and/or demonstrated working knowledge of first-line operations, risks and controls associated with payments-related business areas and/or correspondent banking a plus.
Experience with Governance Risk and Control (GRC) applications or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Provides second line oversight for designated first line business areas.
Assists designated business lines in creating and maintaining the risk assessment process and program through Risk Registers/Risk and Control Self Assessments (RCSAs) and other topic-specific risk assessments as needed:
Supports assigned business lines in understanding and identifying enterprise and business process risks.
Provides oversight and guidance to assigned business units to achieve capture of risks, controls, and issues in the company’s GRC system of record and that they are addressed according to risk appetite.
Develops, leads, or otherwise supports Business Process Risk Assessments as assigned.
Participates and provides input on key business line initiatives such as new products and services, so that risk(s) can be appropriately identified and addressed.
Maintains informal and formal communications channels with partners to gather risk data, obtain confirmation of effectiveness of controls, and share information to help promote a strong risk culture.
Develops strong partnerships with assigned business units and stakeholders.
Serves as subject matter expert to consult and provide risk advice.
Collaborates with other Risk Management employees on continuous improvement of risk management activities and oversight in the company.
Supports assigned operational functions of the Risk Management Division, which may include:
Execution of ERM Program Roadmap initiatives as assigned
Developing and maintaining departmental procedures and program-related reporting as assigned
Performing administration and project management duties as needed.
May develop, facilitate and/or support training for business lines on the ERM Framework, operational risk topics, current industry practices, and/or risk and control standards.
Continuously updates knowledge and skills by participating in industry associations and/or professional training and cross-training offered by the Bank.