Strategic Risk Advisor II

Fayette Chamber of Commerce; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Truist Financial Corporation is seeking a Business Unit Risk Advisor specialist to engage with stakeholders in managing risks and controls and to support risk program requirements. You will execute, monitor, and advise on risk activities across high-complexity areas, partnering with first- and second-line functions to close gaps and strengthen compliance.

The role requires guidance on risk programs, strong communication, and ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic banking environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a financial institution with emphasis on risk management.
• Experience in compliance and operational risk mitigation and remediation.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Proven leadership and management skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills adaptable to a dynamic and complex work environment; Capable of handling multiple projects concurrently.
• Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products.
• Ability to travel, occasionally overnight.

Responsibilities

• Provide risk support to assigned Business Unit across all risk types to promote and strengthen compliance with applicable regulations, policies, procedures and risk program requirements.
• Partner with first- and second-line defense teammates across highly complex business areas in identifying, escalating and in remediating risk control gaps to ensure compliance with Enterprise Risk Management programs and policy.
• Monitor and report on emerging risks potentially impactful to Business Unit partners and Truist. Execute processes and record retention routines necessary to ensure Business Unit compliance with enterprise risk monitoring requirements.
• Understand Business Unit goals, provide risk management expertise in strategic projects and seek engagement from appropriate peers for guidance and input.
• Other activities and special projects, as deemed required.

Skills

Risk management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation

Negotiation

Leadership

Time management

Travel readiness

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Truist Financial Corporation is seeking a Business Unit Risk Advisor specialist to engage with stakeholders in managing risks and controls and to support risk program requirements. You will execute, monitor, and advise on risk activities across high-complexity areas, partnering with first- and second-line functions to close gaps and strengthen compliance.

The role requires guidance on risk programs, strong communication, and ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic banking environment.