Business Unit Risk Advisor I
The Business Unit Risk Advisor I engages with Business Unit leadership 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 and BURM. Provide risk advice and influence to assigned Business Unit. Aggregate, integrate, correlate and report risks for assigned Business Unit. Identify and opine on remediation to address weaknesses related to inadequate or failed processes, people, and systems, or external events and ensure effective remediation.
Location : Candidate must be located in one of the following locations : Charlotte, NC; Atlanta, GA; Orlando, FL; Richmond, VA. Open to other Truist hub locations. No remote or telecommute option.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide risk advice and serve as risk Subject Matter Expert (SME) 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 in identifying, escalating and in remediating risk control gaps to ensure compliance with Enterprise Risk Management programs and policy.
- Assess, test and effectively challenge the assigned Business Unit to aide in the evaluations and self-identification of risk control weaknesses. Assist with evaluation and assessment of the remediation efforts to confirm adequate resolution.
- Aggregate, report and communicate risk results to inform teammate stakeholders of the existing risk environment and escalate material concerns to Business Unit leaders and committees.
- Monitor & report on emerging risks potentially impactful to Business Unit partners and Truist. Implement processes and record retention routines necessary to ensure Business Unit compliance with enterprise risk monitoring requirements.
- Oversee risk appetite and business risk strategy ensuring adherence to defined limits. Effort includes risk identification, risk acceptance and risk prioritization of current and emerging risks.
- 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.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field, or equivalent education and related training.6+ 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 analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills in complex environments and with senior leadership.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.Preferred Qualifications :
Master's degree in Finance or Business, or equivalent education and related training12 years of banking or relevant experienceAudit experienceStrong knowledge in field of assigned business unit(s)Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.