Sr. Risk Program Manager

Job Description

Opportunity Overview:

We have a Unique opportunity for a Compliance professional to join our team as a Sr. Risk Program Manager. We’re looking for someone who is excited about being part of an organization that is integral to the community, believes in continuous learning, holds themselves and their co-workers to impeccable standards and thrives in an environment where you’ll be rolling up your sleeves and working alongside your teammates every day. On our team you’ll get to work with employees across every Bank function, actively research risk trends and patterns, conduct reviews and be supported while you hone your unique skills.

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Chief Risk Officer, the Sr. Risk Program Manager is responsible for the effective planning, coordination and monitoring of risk programs, including Vendor Management, BCP Planning and Testing and Contract Management. As the Sr. Risk Program Manager, this individual will be responsible for managing risk, as directed by the CRO, derived from all banking and services activities and will ensure our policies and procedures meet legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements. As a key resource to all Bank Management and employees, The Sr. Risk Program Manager must be able to interact with all levels of the organization professionally and confidently.

This is a dynamic position and plays a key role in promoting a risk conscious environment in support of the Bank’s overall strategic plan.

Essential Duties:

Actively monitor the risk-taking activities and risk exposure to ensure the Bank’s risk management policies and strategies are following applicable regulations, meet the Bank’s strategic objectives and align with the risk appetite set by the Board of Directors. (ERM Dashboard)

Responsible for assisting with the updating risk related policies and presents policies to ERM and governing Board of Directors.

Assist the CRO in development, implementation, and ongoing success of the Bank’s ERM Risk Assessment and program.

Responsible for tracking and monitoring risk acceptances and reporting to the ERM Committee.

Responsible for the assisting in coordination and monitoring of the Bank’s Model Risk Management Program, including model identification, risk assessments, follow-up for validation and reporting.

Manages Bank’s Contract Management Program.

Manages the Business Continuity Program and serves as the Primary BCP Program Coordinator.

Responsible for development of operational risk assessments as needed and assigned by the CRO. Will monitor and track outcome for remediation as needed, including but not limited to Identity Theft.

Contributes to the development of the Bank’s GRC system (Quantivate) and assist with the buildout of the systems capabilities, to maintain database of risks and controls.

Oversight and management of the Bank’s Vendor Management Program, including monitoring and reporting.

Prepares risk related reports as assigned by the CRO.

As needed, may assist the CRO with the Bank’s Compliance activities such as those relating to BSA (Bank Secrecy Act).

Other duties as assigned.

Education, Training and Work Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree required.

Minimum of 5-7 years’ in Banking.

Previous exposure to risk management programs, policies and requirements strongly preferred.

Candidates without current certifications must commit to obtaining within 2 years of assuming position.

Commitment to continuous education to meet certification standards is required.

Demonstrated ability to handle challenging situations with poise and tact.

Exceptional presentation skills.

Able to clearly articulate ideas and information consistently, effectively in both written and verbal communications.

Must have proficient computer skills, including Word, Power Point, and Excel, and excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and math skills.

About UniBank

We are UniBank, a team of civic-minded financial professionals and all-around great people working together to enrich people, businesses and municipalities across New England. We don't abide by the doctrine of big, national banks. What we believe is different. What we believe is unique. We believe in our community. And we believe in the people who live here. We believe in committing time and financial support to local nonprofits. We believe in finding innovative solutions for affordable housing, community development and independent business. And yet, we are bankers. We are a mutual bank, owned by its customers, dedicated to local service. We are technology leaders. Since launching our first online payment platform in 2003, we've never stopped delivering the most effective technology to our customers. We are a unique blend of consumer, civic and business banking with more than 150 years of history. We are an exception to the rule.

We are unique. Unique to people. Unique to business. Unique to local government.

We are UniBank. Bank Different. Bank Unique.

As a member of the Compliance & Security team you may be responsible for certain aspects of our Incident Response Program, including, but not limited to, administrative, consultative, or active engagement in activities around the Incident Response Program policy and process.

This position is not subject to SAFE Act Registration Requirements. Pursuant to the SAFE Act requirements, all applicants for employment who will be engaged in residential loan mortgage originations (as defined by the SAFE Act) must register with the federal registry system and maintain a status in good standing under the SAFE Act requirements

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran or as an individual with a disability.

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