First Bank (FBNC) · 23 hours ago
Senior Vice President, Operations, Technology & Payments Risk
First Bank (FBNC) is seeking a Senior Vice President, Operations, Technology & Payments Risk to lead the risk and controls efforts across first line functions in operations, technology, and payments. This role involves collaborating with various leaders to develop risk management frameworks, oversee control testing programs, and ensure effective risk management approaches across the organization.
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Responsibilities
In collaboration with Risk Division leaders, develop and maintain the operational and technology risk management framework including policies, procedures and control standards
Assist functional leaders with the design and implementation of controls in an advisory capacity
Work with function leaders to establish and monitor key risk indicators [KRI’s] and risk appetite thresholds for technology and operational risk domains
Coordinate with Internal Audit, Compliance, Risk, Legal and Regulators to ensure an integrated risk management approach and effective response to inquiries and issues
Oversee first line control testing programs and manage remediation efforts for identified control gaps and audit findings
Lead first line Third Party Risk Management responsibilities for vendor management, procurement, and SLA enforcement
Lead the Business Continuity Program and ensure that critical functions have appropriate recovery plans and impact assessments
Support the Chief Risk Officer as an expert in technical matters to ensure alignment between first and second-line functions
Adhere specifically to all corporate policies and procedures and to Federal and State regulations and laws; including, the Bank Secrecy Act and the Anti-Money Laundering Act
Adhere to our Service Excellence standards
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Proven track record of developing and implementing enterprise risk management frameworks
Strong background in analytics, statistics, and reporting. Experience with modeling is a benefit
Significant experience in communication, instruction, or facilitating executive briefings
Experience with project management and/or project management certifications
Ability to effectively use enterprise data reporting solutions including PowerBI, Fabric and Snowflake
Extensive experience in financial services or banking industry required
Deep understanding of operational risk management principles, methodologies and regulatory requirements
Strong knowledge of risk domains including cyber security, data privacy, IT controls, payments regulations, etc
Familiarity with banking regulations including OCC, FDIC and FRB guidance
A valid driver's license is required
Must have the ability to stand, walk, sit and use hands and fingers
Must have the ability to work the hours and days required to complete the essential functions of the position, as scheduled
Must be able to pay close attention to detail and be able to work as a member of a team
Must have the ability to interact effectively with co-workers and customers, and exercise self-control and diplomacy in customer and employee relations' situations
Must have the ability to exercise discretion as well as appropriate judgments when necessary
Company
First Bank (FBNC)
Established in 1935, First Bank is now the largest independent, full-service community bank headquartered in North Carolina.
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