Risk Strategy Sr Manager

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Summary

Supports the Director of Risk Strategy in developing and executing enterprise risk strategy, including support for AI risk governance, scenario analysis, emerging-risk assessment, risk taxonomy and control-framework enhancements, risk appetite analysis, and other strategic risk initiatives. The role supports coordination across risk disciplines and business functions, contributes to decision-ready analysis, and supports effective challenge and reporting to management and governance committees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the maintenance and ongoing enhancement of the Bank’s AI governance framework, including policies, standards, and controls for responsible and expanding AI use, consistent with evolving market and risk practices. Collaborate with business leaders, risk partners, and relevant governance bodies associated with AI on the development of tools and processes that support responsible governance.
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders to support the maintenance and evolution of a comprehensive AI Risk Governance framework, adapting and evolving as new technology and use cases are introduced.
• Partner with other risk areas to support the assessment and monitoring of risks related to AI use cases. Assist in identifying program gaps and tracking resolution by the relevant owners.
• Support the development of an emerging risk framework, including an enterprise-wide structured scenario analysis.
• Assist in the development of risk strategies for the enterprise that align with corporate risk appetite and strategic objectives.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of a testing approach for non-model AI assets, leveraging tooling. Support the ongoing monitoring of testing results.

It is the responsibility of this role to take ownership of all tasks and challenges that they encounter in the operation of their assigned position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Science in Finance/Accounting, Business, or related field, or equivalent work experience in risk management.

Minimum Experience

• 5+ years of experience with previous Risk Management and/or Internal Audit experience in banking preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with Governance Risk and Control (GRC) applications preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Financial acumen
• Industry/general banking and market knowledge
• Experience executing, and potentially leading, risk assessments (including RCSAs), and/or assessing the adequacy of policies, procedures, processes, and compliance and operational controls; may require some supervision to ensure alignment with organizational goals and standards
• Clear understanding of risks and internal controls and the ability to evaluate and determine the adequacy and effectiveness of controls• Attention to accuracy and detail
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Positive attitude with a self-starter mentality
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Effective relationship and partnership skills
• Well-organized and able to effectively multi-task

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands

• Ability to communicate in person, on the phone, and through electronic channels

• Ability to use a computer on a frequent basis, including typing and sustained attention to a monitor
• Ability to sit, walk, and/or stand for extended periods of time

• Ability to bend and reach

Work Environment

• Office: If the position reports to a physical Company location, the setting will be a typical office environment.
• Remote or hybrid: For remote or hybrid positions, a secure and distraction-free setting is required, with a reliable internet connection (cable or fiber preferred, mobile hotspots not acceptable). Hybrid positions will report to a physical Company location, as directed by the manager, and that setting will be a typical office environment.

In accordance with Colorado and Virginia law: Pay for this position is anticipated to be between $101,718.00 - $162,484.00 , actual offers to be determined based on applicant’s skills, experience and education.

While the anticipated deadline for the job posting is 11-12-2026, we encourage you to submit your application as we may still consider qualified candidates beyond this date.

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