Strategic Initiatives Analyst

SUMMARY: The Strategic Initiatives Analyst (SIA) reports directly to the Business Risk Advisory Officer. The SIA is responsible for primarily supporting the risk management activities carried out by the Business Risk Officer while also supporting the data analytics needs of our AML Advisory function. The SIA will assist in identifying, evaluating, and monitoring numerous risk taxonomies as it relates to the various strategic initiatives undergone by the Bank. This role works closely with front-line bankers and line of business personnel to execute this mandate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties and special projects may be assigned.

• Support the ASIM team in carrying out its responsibilities and mandates.
• Prepare and maintain complete documentation of risk control processes and methodologies.
• Collaborate and work with stakeholders in coordinating monthly 1LOD Operational Risk Reporting, which includes data analytics and risk management activities through GRC tool.
• Monitor and analyze KRI's within the business units and assist in developing standardized reporting.
• Provide input and ongoing feedback with respect to the development of all risk management activities, including in-business monitoring and testing.
• Ensure all written and verbal communications initiated by the team are professional, clearly spoken and written, consistently, and accurate.
• Prepare and analyze reports to identify deficiencies.
• Build cohesive relationships with various departments and key individuals across the organization.
• Confer and cooperate with appropriate internal departments to ensure coordination of activities meets strategic objectives for Bank.
• Work independently while functioning collaboratively as part of a larger team.
• May be required to travel within the branch network and Corporate Headquarters.
• Required to work extended hours (weekends and evenings) as needed.
• Adheres to and complies with applicable, federal and state laws, regulations and guidance, including those related to anti-money laundering (i.e. Bank Secrecy Act, US PATRIOT Act, etc.).
• Adheres to Bank policies and procedures and completes required training.
• Identifies and reports suspicious activity.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's DegreeBusiness Administration, Finance or related field and 5 - 7 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education

EXPERIENCE

• Financial services experience that includes experience in the areas of Risk Management, Data Analytics, Project Management and/or AML/Compliance is preferable

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

* Must demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of operations, client relationship, risk management and strategic planning with a strong working knowledge of bank regulations and back-office processes and systems.
* Must also have above-average writing skills, be proficient with Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

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