CIB Testing VP - Risk & Controls Leader

BBVA RED EXTERIOR DE OFICINAS; United States; On-site; USD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

BBVA seeks an experienced testing professional within its US Regulation and Internal Control unit to support the testing program for the US Bank Branch and Broker Dealer. The role involves risk analysis, planning, reviews, issue management, and reporting in alignment with BBVA's methodology.

The candidate should have 8–12 years in financial services with a strong background in compliance testing, internal audit, or risk control, plus 5+ years in senior roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent academic experience.
• 8–12 years of experience in financial services in compliance testing, internal audit, or risk/controls.
• 5+ years in a senior or lead role overseeing risk-based reviews, audits, or assurance activities.
• Knowledge of testing methodologies, frameworks, and industry practices.
• Experience preparing quality workpapers and reports to Senior Management.
• Understanding regulatory expectations for testing teams.
• Strong analytical and oral/written communication skills.
• Self-starter able to work with limited supervision in a dynamic environment.
• Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the US Head of Testing in conducting a branch-wide risk analysis twice a year.
• Help develop the annual Testing Plan and secure Management approvals.
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders across levels.
• Conduct Testing reviews per plan and methodology.
• Identify and test controls, raise issues, and perform reviews with minimal supervision.
• Provide timely status updates to the US Head of Testing.
• Draft Test reports and follow up on action plans and deadlines.
• Suggest continuous improvement ideas for the Testing function.
• Assist in responding to internal and external requests (e.g., Internal Audit, Regulators).

Skills

Regulatory testing

Internal audit

Testing methodologies

Quality workpapers

Risk assessment

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

BBVA seeks an experienced testing professional within its US Regulation and Internal Control unit to support the testing program for the US Bank Branch and Broker Dealer. The role involves risk analysis, planning, reviews, issue management, and reporting in alignment with BBVA's methodology.

The candidate should have 8–12 years in financial services with a strong background in compliance testing, internal audit, or risk control, plus 5+ years in senior roles.