Lead Business Risk and Controls Risk Advisor (Key Technology, Operations, and Services Exam Operations Team)

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• ABOUT THE JOB (JOB BRIEF)

  Assists assigned line(s) of business with the identification, measurement, and management of risk; development and implementation of sustainable controls; and development or maintenance of effective risk management policies and programs, reporting, training and testing to fulfill strategic objectives while operating within defined risk appetite. Provides risk, control and compliance consultation / advice, in conjunction with the second line of defense, on current and emerging risks impacting assigned line(s) of business; promotes accountability for the awareness and management of risk; and coordinates the management and escalation of issues. Engages and consults with corporate risk management partners across risk disciplines to develop and implement consistent risk management standards and processes across the enterprise. Mentors more junior teammates.
   
  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  Specific essential job functions include the following:
  • Assist in the completion of the quarterly risk profile including collecting of information, drafting content, identifying key risk topics and points of interest, facilitating review within line of business and corporate risk management, along with obtaining senior executive approval.
  • Provide guidance and assistance to develop and implement the risk and control self-assessments and related risk profiles, including risk, control, test and risk metric design in accordance with corporate standards.
  • Lead or support enterprise risk mitigation projects, business continuity and other incident response and security related activities.
  • Assist with quarterly assessments of testing, control effectiveness, residual risk, risk metrics and encourage proactive identification of weaknesses and/or control gaps, while providing sound recommendations to address control gaps.
  • Validate, monitor, and provide guidance on findings, remediation plans, and exception requests, escalating risks and issues outside of risk appetite, as applicable.
  • Assist with implementation of risk management policies, programs and procedures by participating in projects, reviewing documentation, and/or ensuring engagement of appropriate stakeholders to fully implement requirements.
  • Support the management of internal audits and external exams. Participate in pre-regulatory exam preparation activities including collecting and tracking information requests and following up on post exam corrective actions to ensure effectively implemented prior to closure.
  • Build and sustain positive working relationships with corporate risk management and line of business executives, managers and teams, while developing an understanding of the business and strategic objectives.
   
  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Risk Management - Knowledge of processes, tools and techniques for assessing and controlling an organization's exposure to risks of various kinds; ability to apply knowledge of risk management appropriately to diverse situations.
  • Effective Communications - Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
  • Business Process Design - Knowledge of business process design; ability to develop appropriate techniques to re-examine key processes and focus on optimizing organizational performance.
  • Decision Making and Critical Thinking - Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
  • Cross-Team Integration - Understanding of the importance of inter-team collaboration in breaking down silos and achieving business results; ability to lead employees from various functions to communicate, coordinate work across divisions, and collaborate in solving problems as one team.
  • Managing Multiple Priorities - Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
  • Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
  • Internal Controls - Knowledge of concept, methods, and processes of internal control; ability to create, implement, evaluate and enhance processes in internal controls.
  • Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) - Knowledge of risk and control self-assessment (RCSA); ability to assess, clarify, and appraise significant risks inherent in investment activities as well as to ensure that internal controls, policies, and procedures are accurate and adequate.
  • Audit and Compliance Function- Knowledge of major responsibilities and tasks of Audit and Compliance (A&C) function; ability to manage the operation of A&C function in various business environment.
  • Regulatory Environment – Financial Services - Knowledge of regulatory environment; ability to help an organization comply with regulations at the federal, state and local level and follow the organization specific policies and guidelines, affecting business practices.
  • Strategic Thinking - Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization.

  Key has implemented a role-based Mobile by Design approach to our employee workspaces, dedicating space to those whose roles require specific workspaces, while providing flexible options for roles which are less dependent on assigned workspaces and can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.  As a result, this role may be mobile or home based, which means you may work either at a home office or in a Key facility to perform your job duties. Preferred location is Brooklyn, OH or Amherst, NY. If you are located near Brooklyn, OH, Amherst, NY, or other major KeyBank office locations you will work partially from the office location as designated by your management team.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $80,000.00 to $130,000.00 annually depending on location and job-related factors such as level of experience. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for short-term incentive compensation and deferred incentive compensation subject to individual and company performance.

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Key has implemented a role-based Mobile by Design approach to our employee workspaces, dedicating space to those whose roles require specific workspaces, while providing flexible options for roles which are less dependent on assigned workspaces and can be performed effectively in a mobile environment. As a result, this role may be Mobile or Home-based, which means you may work primarily either at a home office or in a Key facility to perform your job duties.

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