Business Unit Risk and Control Analyst Sr, 1st LOD
The Business Unit Risk and Control Analyst Sr, First Line of Defense, is responsible for assisting operational areas with the identification, documentation, assessment and monitoring of risks within their specific business unit by actively monitoring, updating and reporting on risk mitigation.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Proactively assists management in the identification of potential risks within business units through understanding and documenting, process, risks and controls.
- Maintains the inventory of risks and controls for business units within system of management.
- Establishes strong working relationships with business unit leaders to ensure timely identification of emerging risks and development of adequate mitigating controls to address such risks.
- Collaborates with 2nd and 3rd Lines of Defense to ensure comprehensive risk management across the Bank.
- Supports the operational process owners with the Issue Management process and ensures the RCSA is updated to reflex impacts to the control environment.
- Provides support for special projects and initiatives.
- Supports the operational process owners through gaining knowledge of and understanding the macro environment.
- Remains up-to-date and knowledgeable about current and emerging business risks.
Educational Requirements
- University (Degree) Preferred
Minimum Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in risk management, controls, audit, compliance, or operational risk within banking or financial services environment
- Working knowledge of risk and control frameworks, including risk identification, control documentation, RCSA, and issue management processes
- Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to document processes, assess risks, and partner effectively with business unit stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization
- Working knowledge and experience using Viso (MS Suite) and GRC tools to support risk assessments, control management, issue tracking, and regulatory or audit reporting
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience supporting 1st LOD risk and control activities within a banking or financial institution, including working relationships with internal Marketing and Technology (IT) teams
Role Specific Work Experience
- 3+ Years Required; 5+ Years Preferred
Physical Requirements
- Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work
Career Level
7IC