Senior Risk Manager

Emigrant Bank•Miami, FL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Chief Risk Officer (CRO), the Senior Manager plays a pivotal role in the advancement and maturation of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) function at Emigrant. The Senior Manager will assist the CRO in establishing various programs in support of an expanded risk management function. Initially, the individual will be heavily involved in risk management programs designed to identify and report risks associated with third party relationships. Over time, the role is expected to expand to all or most areas of the ERM program.

Requirements

8-10+ years relevant experience with banks or other financial institutions, with particular preference for experience with third party relationship programs and associated regulatory guidance
Thorough knowledge of the laws and regulations from regulatory agencies, and solid understanding of internal controls
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline required.
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Entrepreneurial spirit and attitude necessary to establish and maintain positive working relationships with all management and personnel
Ability to communicate complex concepts with a diverse audience
Superior Microsoft Office skills required, with particular emphasis on outstanding Powerpoint presentation and Excel skills
Strong organizational and project management skills needed to handle the coordination of multiple priorities
Independent judgment with strong analytical and risk assessment skills
A wide degree of creativity and latitude

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.
Professional certifications in Risk Management, Audit, Project Management or Investment Management highly appreciated

Responsibilities

Assist in developing policies and programs
Assist in designing key risk indicator (KRI) framework along with the calibration of thresholds across all risk dimensions
Perform fundamental/basic project management tasks in support of complex, multidisciplinary projects
Participate in the oversight of model governance including the validation of model assumptions and results
Assist in formation of risk appetite statements and monitoring of compliance
Identify and analyze industry and regulatory developments, threats, changes in technology and market risk issue
Provide an objective analysis to ensure business risks are properly considered, including macro corporate strategy and the risk-based evaluation of business lines, products and processes
Maintain excellent relationships with Business Heads to understand risks pertinent to the unit and its control environment
Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals
Perform other duties as assigned
Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill
Receive very general guidance with respect to overall objectives; work is usually quite independent of others; operate within specific policy guidelines
Prioritize, and organize assignments
Handle multiple tasks simultaneously