Head of Risk Governance Oversight and Chief of Staff SSBI m/f/d, Managing Director

State Street Corporation; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Risk Governance Oversight in Germany. This pivotal role involves overseeing the Enterprise Risk Management framework, managing diverse teams, and ensuring alignment with business strategies. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in risk management, strong analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This innovative firm offers competitive benefits and values diverse backgrounds, making it an exciting opportunity for those who embrace change and teamwork.

Leistungen

Competitive benefits

Bonus participation

Pension plan

Flexible work options

Wellbeing programs

Inclusion programs

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of experience in risk management within a financial institution.
• Proven leadership in managing diverse teams and complex situations.

Aufgaben

• Oversee updates related to Risk Management and Appetite Framework.
• Lead the annual Bank-wide Risk Identification process.
• Manage responses to audits and compliance issues.

Kenntnisse

Task Management

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Master’s degree in Economics

Master’s degree in Risk Management

Jobbeschreibung

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a Germany-based Head of Risk Governance Oversight, Managing Director, effective immediately. This role is part of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) organization at State Street Bank International (SSBI), the EU banking subsidiary of State Street Corporation.

The position reports to both the CRO for SSBI and the Global Head of Risk Governance in the US. Key responsibilities include overseeing various elements of the ERM framework, serving as Chief of Staff for the SSBI CRO, and collaborating with global and local risk teams across different functions and risk disciplines.

Why this role is important to us

ERM aims to proactively identify, understand, and manage risks to support our business strategies, ensuring consistent risk oversight and management in delivering products and services to clients.

What you will be responsible for

• Oversee and coordinate updates related to SSBI's Risk Management and Appetite Framework (RMF/RAF), ensuring alignment with business strategy.
• Lead the annual Bank-wide Risk Identification process and assess emerging risks, providing challenge and oversight.
• Coordinate risk interdependencies and facilitate solutions on transversal risk topics.
• Manage responses to external/internal audits, regulatory feedback, and compliance issues.
• Supervise the Risk Governance team, including maintaining risk policies, reporting, and committee secretarial duties.
• Oversee outsourced model risk governance as the Oversight Portfolio Manager.
• Coordinate with global risk governance to ensure frameworks are effectively cascaded across jurisdictions.
• Serve as Chief of Staff for SSBI CRO, supporting risk reporting, risk control, and transversal risk oversight initiatives.

What we value

• Strong independent task management and multitasking skills under pressure.
• Effective problem-solving and innovative thinking.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and presentation skills, with team management experience.
• Ability to enhance risk culture and organizational performance through innovative ideas.
• Self-motivation to understand evolving regulatory and data landscapes.
• Strong analytical and attention-to-detail skills.
• Team-oriented mindset in a fast-paced environment.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or Risk Management.
• At least 10 years of experience in risk management within a financial institution.
• Proven leadership in managing diverse teams.
• Ability to handle complex situations independently.

What we offer

Competitive benefits including bonus participation, pension plan, insurance, generous leave, flexible work options, and various wellbeing and inclusion programs.

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We value diverse backgrounds and experiences. You don't need to meet all criteria to apply. If you embrace change, innovation, big-picture thinking, data-driven decisions, and teamwork, you could be a great fit.

About State Street

State Street is a leading financial services provider, offering investment servicing, data & analytics, research & trading, and investment management. We foster an inclusive, diverse, and socially responsible environment with numerous development opportunities.

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