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Position Summary:

Lead implementation of Strategic and Reputational oversight programs in independent risk management, a key deliverable for Heightened Standards compliance efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the design, implementation, and execution of the Enterprise Risk Management (2LOD) programs for Strategic and Reputational Risk

• Responsible for providing oversight and effective challenge to individuals charged with identification, assessment, and controlling of material strategic and reputational risks in the front-line units.

• Develop risk governance program documentation in line with Enterprise Risk Governance Framework and related policies.

• Oversee the execution and provide effective challenge to the annual Strategic Planning Risk Assessment, including operationalizing program and process maturity enhancements.

• Provide challenge to control design, assessments, control testing, and KPIs and KRIs as appropriate.

• Provide input into enterprise-wide risk appetite for appropriate risk types.

• Monitor for new legal and/or regulatory requirements and communicate to stakeholders as required. Oversee and/or conduct gap analyses and monitor progress toward implementation.

Specific Skills and Experience:

• Minimum Bachelor degree is required. Advanced degree is highly preferred.

• 10+ years progressive financial services industry experience in risk management, compliance or audit required.

• Strong knowledge of Risk Management program and frameworks required. Experience in strategic and reputational risk management strongly preferred.

• Experience in developing, implementing. And operationalizing risk management programs.

• Ability to plainly describe risk concepts to first line operational personnel.

• Synthesis of complex and potentially conflicting data into simple, actionable reporting.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills -- ability to collaborate, communicate, and influence up/down and across the organization with internal/external partners.

• Ability to resolve conflicting opinions without compromising high quality risk management.

• Proven ability in building and fostering strong, positive working relationships in a large organization to enable a strong understanding and close alignment with business needs, direction, and risk appetite.

• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to partner and consult with and influence other managers.

• Auditing or risk management certification is desired.

• This position will have a hybrid schedule and can be based onsite in Southington, CT, White Plains, NY or Jericho, NY

The estimated base salary range for this position is $182,000 USD to $200,000 USD.  Actual salary may vary up or down depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive compensation.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.