Requisition ID: 233240
Salary Range: 180,000.00 - 301,500.00
Please note that the Salary Range shown is a guideline only. Salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

PURPOSE

Responsible for the oversight and execution of the U.S. Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) Program, ensuring effective identification, assessment, and mitigation of operational risks across relevant business lines and support functions. This role plays a critical part in strengthening the firm’s risk management framework by driving consistency, regulatory alignment, and continuous improvement in control effectiveness.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

We are hiring a seasoned leader with deep expertise in Global Capital Markets and Corporate Investment Banking, offering strong business acumen and a comprehensive understanding of financial products and end-to-end processes. Demonstrated success in building and enhancing risk and control frameworks from the ground up, with a proven track record in executing Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) and managing complex regulatory engagements. In addition, this role will be expected to collaborate across the Global Internal Control team, especially the US Internal Control leadership team.

People Leadership

• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams across in-person, remote, and hybrid environments.
• Fostered a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement by aligning team goals with broader organizational objectives.
• Skilled in coaching and mentoring team members to strengthen capabilities in risk management, control execution, and stakeholder engagement.
• Effectively managed team dynamics during high-pressure regulatory reviews and audits, ensuring role clarity and timely delivery.
• Promoted diversity of thought and inclusive leadership, encouraging open dialogue and constructive challenge to enhance decision-making.

RCSA Execution & Oversight

• Led the design, development, and implementation of the RCSA framework across all SBUS business lines, technology, and support functions (Legal, HR, Finance, Operations).
• Provided hands-on oversight of RCSA activities, ensuring alignment with operational risk policies and regulatory expectations.
• Partnered with senior leadership to enhance RCSA methodologies, incorporating scenario analysis, internal/external loss events, and emerging risk themes.
• Collaborated across the three lines of defense to ensure comprehensive and consistent execution of risk assessments.
• Developed and maintained a centralized risk and control library, with governance over change management and policy updates.
• Supported regulatory and audit examinations by coordinating timely and accurate responses to information requests.
• Worked closely with technology teams to assess IT and data-related risks, including third-party dependencies and business continuity planning.

Leadership & Communication

• Demonstrated strong leadership across both in-person and hybrid teams, fostering accountability and high performance.
• Skilled in tailoring communication for diverse audiences, including senior leadership and regulators, with a focus on clarity and impact.
• Known for driving accountability through thoughtful challenge and strategic influence.

Collaboration & Influence

• Proven ability to collaborate across the three lines of defense, ensuring alignment and consistency in risk practices.
• Influences key stakeholders by applying industry best practices and developing compelling business cases for risk and control initiatives.

Additional Highlights

• Hands-on expertise in executing RCSAs within the First Line of Defense, including direct oversight responsibilities.
• Deep understanding of non-financial risk, control, and regulatory requirements specific to Capital Markets business lines.
• Extensive experience in operational, compliance, and business matters across SBUS Capital Markets, ensuring high-quality execution of risk assessments.
• Proactively identifies opportunities to improve controls and streamline processes, while managing ad-hoc requests and special projects.