Operational Risk Manager
Simmons Bank · Houston, TX · 1 wk ago
FinanceFull-time
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Directs the creation, review, and continuous improvement of Operational Risk Management policies and frameworks across the organization.
- Establishes and oversees processes for identifying, assessing, and prioritizing Operational Risks organization-wide, including Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSA) and Scenario Analysis.
- Responsible for the development, execution, and oversight of risk mitigation tracking processes and supporting business units in validating effective risk controls are in place.
- Monitor, analyze, and report on operational risk exposures to management and the board, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
- Designs and executes risk management communication and training strategies.
- Selects, implements, and optimizes GRC systems; leads tool adoption and integration.
- Establishes a culture of proactive problem-solving; Anticipates organizational risks and develops innovative, enterprise-wide solutions for complex challenges.
Qualifications
- Demonstrates exceptional communication skills at the executive and board level; crafts and delivers high-impact presentations; represents the Operational Risk function in external and high-stakes internal engagements.
- Builds consensus among senior leadership and external partners; drives enterprise-wide Operational Risk initiatives through influence and strategic partnerships; acts as a trusted advisor on risk matters.
- Leads advanced analytics initiatives; develops new methodologies and provides strategic insights to leadership.
- Sets quality standards for the team; implements controls to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Designs and presents to executive leadership and external stakeholders; recognized as a thought leader.