Risk Strategy Manager
The Risk Strategy Manager will serve as trusted advisor, confidential thought partner, and act as sounding board to the Executive, Head of Technology Risk Manager (HTRM). The function will be integral in developing IT Risk Managers function strategy and drive and manage all FLoD IT Risk routines to ensure appropriate oversight, monitoring, and escalation to senior leadership. This function manages and develops risk reporting and metrics to support all FLoD IT Risk routines, including regulatory oversight, issues management, risk advisory updates, and escalations. The individual will manage a team of risk professionals and serve as an extension of the Head of Technology Risk Manager, command meetings or discussions, and drive progress forward. The function will help teams interpret, understand, and carry out the Technology & Innovations Risk Management vision and strategic plans. The function will act as proxy and information funnel, filter, and facilitator for the Technology & Innovations Risk Management function.
What will you do?
- Manages and functions as a SME, in conjunction with the Head of Technology Risk Manager (HTRM), develop and carryout functional strategies
- Articulate the strategies across the organization and varied audiences and be able to provide status updates on progress and any impediments they arise
- Use organizational skills to manage a portfolio of projects for the HTRM and help to drive to completion
- Helps the HTRM prioritize projects, business as usual tasks and clearly articulates the focus on high priority projects / initiatives
- Provide analysis, recommendations, and options regarding decisions to be made or problems to be solved
- Attends and facilitates complex, cross-developmental discussions to ensure valuable decisions are made and carried out
- Manages or helps manage the executives communications, brand, and relationship in the organization
- Develop and communicate key messages to Senior Managers / Leaders and Regulators
- Possess a learning orientation, be able to balance organizational and flexibility skills, be a coach to staff and peers as needed
- Be able to connect dots to drive activities to ensure deliverables are met by the teams within the respective function(s)
- Recruit, develop and retain key talent, ensuring that the resources dedicated to risk management are effective in carrying out the required function
What do you need to succeed?
Bachelors Degree or equivalent10 plus years of experience working at a major financial institution on audit and / or management initiatives programs, including management responsibilities8 plus years of experience in IT risk and control5 plus years of related supervisory experienceStrong knowledge of business banking, real estate banking, capital markets, lending, payment operations etcDeep understanding of risk management, including experience executing risk assessments, testing, and evaluating processes and controlsStrong knowledge of critical domestic and internal banking regulations and experience with enforcement agencies oversight activities within globally systemically important financial institutions technology environmentsAbility to excel at developing and communicating key messages to senior managers and regulatorsDeep understanding of regulatory requirements and / or industry standards for exam preparationStrong knowledge and experience with U.S. regulatory, compliance, and governance and experience interacting with the regulatorsStrong leadership, people management, and influencing skills; proven strengths in relationship development and leading through influence across multiple stakeholdersWhats in it for you?
Compensation : Starting base salary : $109,000 - $176,000 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and / or commissions.
Benefits and Perks : At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including :
Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start dateGenerous 401(k) company matching contributionCareer Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resourcesValued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer timeSpecialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programsCareer Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment teamColleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagementAbout Us : Since day one weve always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North Americas leading diversified financial services companies.
Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment : City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law.