Risk Manager I (Remote)

SouthState Bank, N.A.; Winter Haven (FL); Remote; USD 99,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional bank is seeking a Risk Management professional to support its Enterprise Risk Management Framework. This fully remote role involves overseeing risk assessments, collaborating with business units, and enhancing risk management practices. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in finance and risk management, with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Risk Management and/or Internal Audit in banking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support ERM management in executing and enhancing the Company's Risk Management program.
• Maintain communication channels with partners to gather risk data.
• Collaborate on continuous improvement of risk management activities.

Skills

Financial acumen

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s in Finance

Bachelor’s in Accounting

Bachelor’s in Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

GRC applications

Job description

As a leading regional bank, SouthState has been providing financial solutions to individuals, families, and businesses in the Southeast for more than 100 years. SouthState team members strive to create remarkable experiences while building meaningful and lasting relationships. We are proud to be a reflection of the communities we serve, and our team members share core values that make SouthState a great place to bank, and a great place to work.

This is a fully remote position. Applicants must reside in the following states: Florida, Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Texas, or Colorado.

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVES

This position executes specific essential functions within the second line Risk Management Division to support SouthState's Enterprise Risk Management Framework, designed to provide a consolidated view of risk in the organization and ensure compliance with the company's Risk Appetite Statement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Support ERM management in executing, maintaining, and enhancing the Company's Risk Management program.
2. Provide second line oversight for designated front-line business areas.
3. Assist other ERM Risk Managers or designated business lines in creating and maintaining risk assessments through Risk Registers, RCSAs, and other assessments, including:

• Understanding and identifying enterprise and business process risks.
• Guiding business units to capture risks, controls, and issues in the company's GRC system and ensuring they are addressed according to risk appetite.
• Supporting Business Process Risk Assessments.
• Participating in initiatives like new products/services to identify and address risks.

Maintain communication channels with partners to gather risk data and promote a strong risk culture.

Develop partnerships with business units and stakeholders, providing sound risk advice.

Collaborate on continuous improvement of risk management activities and oversee operational functions such as:

• Executing ERM Program initiatives.
• Developing departmental procedures and reports.
• Performing administrative and project management duties.

Support training on ERM Framework, operational risk topics, and industry practices.

Update knowledge and skills through professional training.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

COMPETENCIES

• Financial acumen
• Banking and market knowledge
• Experience with risk assessments and controls evaluation
• Understanding of risks and internal controls
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Positive attitude and self-starter mentality
• Effective communication skills
• Relationship-building skills
• Organization and multitasking abilities

Qualifications, Education, and Certification Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience in risk management.
• Experience: 5+ years in Risk Management and/or Internal Audit in banking preferred.
• Certifications/Knowledge: Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with GRC applications preferred.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/CLASSES

Annual compliance training and New Employee Orientation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to interpret information on screens, reports, and documents; extensive computer use; ability to sit or stand at a desk.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Remote work requires a secure, quiet home office with reliable internet, preferably cable or fiber. Requirements may evolve with technology updates.

TRAVEL

Up to 20% travel may be required for meetings.

Salary in Colorado: $99,237.00 - $158,521.00, based on skills, experience, and education. We encourage applications beyond the deadline as we may consider candidates afterward.

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