Business Risk Officer Sr - Asset Finance

Huntington National Bank; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington National Bank seeks a Senior Commercial Bank Business Risk Officer to lead risk activities across multiple Commercial Business Units, with initial focus on Middle Market Banking and core credit processes. This role requires building a risk strategy, overseeing a team, and aligning with Enterprise Risk Management guidance.

The leader will drive risk culture, define controls, develop monitoring approaches, and collaborate with key stakeholders to sustain a strong risk and control

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in controls functions such as Line of Business Risk, Enterprise Risk, Audit, Credit Review, relevant operational or credit areas, or similar

Responsibilities

• Drive proactive risk culture and disciplined risk management aligned with Huntington's risk appetite.
• Analyze risk across key processes, advise on mitigation strategies, and define controls.
• Develop testing plans for first-line validation of findings, issues, and controls.
• Leverage AI and data analytics to identify efficiencies and support decision-making.
• Lead governance forums and collaborate with stakeholders to implement risk programs.
• Support audits, credit reviews, compliance, and regulatory examinations.
• Assess impact of new products and initiatives on risk governance.

Skills

Risk management

Archer

MS Office

Leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Governance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Visio

Job description

Summary

The Commercial Bank Business Risk Officer, Sr. will have responsibility for driving and overseeing key risk activities for the assigned Commercial Business Unit(s) (i.e., Corporate, Specialty & Government Banking; Commercial Real Estate; Middle Market Banking; Commercial Administration Services; Asset Finance; Capital Markets, etc.). Key risk activities include identifying, monitoring, measuring, mitigating, and reporting on the Business Unit’s risk and control environment. Initially, this position will cover Middle Market Banking and core credit processes and systems for the Commercial Bank.

Description

The Commercial Bank Business Risk Officer, Sr. will have responsibility for driving and overseeing key risk activities for the assigned Commercial Business Unit(s) (i.e., Corporate, Specialty & Government Banking; Commercial Real Estate; Middle Market Banking; Commercial Administration Services; Asset Finance; Capital Markets, etc.). Key risk activities include identifying, monitoring, measuring, mitigating, and reporting on the Business Unit’s risk and control environment. Initially, this position will cover Middle Market Banking and core credit processes and systems for the Commercial Bank.

This leader will play a lead role in establishing the risk management strategy, execution model, and culture for the organization. Additionally, this position will support and manage a team of Segment Risk colleagues through direct or indirect reporting lines.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Drive a proactive risk culture and disciplined execution of risk management practices, ensuring alignment with Huntington’s overall risk appetite
• Understand key business processes, products, and services; analyze risk impact with a focus on all risk pillars; and advise on strategies to effectively manage risk
• Define, document, and build controls for key processes
• Develop comprehensive testing plans for first line validation of findings, issues, and controls to ensure accuracy and reliability
• Leverage AI and data analytics to identify efficiencies, enhance risk monitoring, and support decision-making
• Develop holistic monitoring strategies that integrate emerging risks, internal and external factors, and support mitigation efforts
• Establish and maintain strong relationships and effective collaboration with key stakeholders to drive implementation of risk management programs and responsibilities
• Identify and assess the impact of emerging and top risks; advise on the development of monitoring approaches and mitigation strategies
• Complete risk and control self-assessments using qualitative and quantitative analyses of control effectiveness, residual risk, metrics, findings, risk acceptances, audit/examination results, and top and emerging risks by risk pillar in alignment with Enterprise Risk Management guidance
• Maintain detailed understanding of issues impacting the Business Unit and drive disciplined management of findings and actions
• Lead or actively participate in governance forums including working groups, committees, and enterprise programs to communicate Segment Risk perspectives and obtain insight into corporate-wide goals and objectives
• Support Business Unit(s) in preparing for, managing, and responding to Audit, Credit Review, Compliance, and Regulatory reviews/examinations
• Assess the impact of new or changed products, services, technology/systems, processes, or other initiatives to ensure alignment with Huntington’s risk appetite and governance processes such as the Products and Service Risk Assessment process

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Business or related field
• 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in controls functions such as Line of Business Risk, Enterprise Risk, Audit, Credit Review, relevant operational or credit areas, or similar

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of Asset Finance processes and products
• Strong Credit and Operational risk acumen and ability to apply to Asset Finance businesses (Asset-Based Lending, Equipment Finance, Distribution Finance, Technology Finance, Public/Municipal Finance, Asset-Backed Finance, And Project Finance & Infrastructure)
• Deep understanding of control design and management
• Deep understanding of and ability to apply risk management practices
• Experience in standing up control processes for new businesses
• Demonstrated understanding of risk management across all pillars
• Proficient in Archer and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio), including ability to present information in written form (slide decks, email, etc.)
• Acts with a sense of urgency and effectively adjusts based on priorities
• Embraces and leads change and transformation through influence
• Able to navigate differing points of view and perspectives with professionalism and growth mindset
• Clear, concise, and organized communication appropriate for the intended audience
• Able to navigate ambiguity in organizations, processes, and requirements
• Able lead and support the growth and career development of colleagues

Exempt Status

(Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Yes

Workplace Type

Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds: in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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