Operational Risk Program Manager

About the position

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a full-time Operational Risk Program Manager at our Kansas City, MO location. The Operational Risk Program Manager is responsible for performing second line of defense activities for the development, implementation, and execution of the organization’s Operational Risk Management (ORM) program. This role oversees the first line of defense activities through objective risk assessment, effective challenge, monitoring, and reporting of Sunflower Bank’s risk profile, including top and emerging risks.

Responsibilities

• Creates and maintains team owned policies, standards, and/or procedures for ORM processes, including but not limited to, the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) program, operational risk monitoring and reporting, and change risk management.
• Leads project execution related to design and maturation of Operational Risk Management Programs while supporting other risk pillars.
• Engage with, influence, and lead business-line partners at all levels within the organization, participate in governance and management committee reporting, and ensures consistent application of the operational risk program throughout the three lines of defense.
• Maintains a strong knowledge of operational risk management developments or changes within the organization, industry, and external environment and communicates the applicability through reporting, training, and/or updates to risk assessments.
• Develops and/or maintains active relationships within professional networks to remain current on emerging risks, best practices, and regulatory changes.
• Consults on risk management techniques, practices, and processes to protect Sunflower Bank from operational losses.
• Leverages subject matter expertise to provide objective oversight of risks via effective challenge.
• Facilitates reporting and interdepartmental collaboration, including identification for new and challenge to existing Key Risk Indicators (KRI).
• Identifies gaps and opportunities for enhancement of controls.
• Participates in internal audits and regulatory examinations, including gathering and providing documentation to support requests.
• Perform the job in accordance with applicable industry laws and regulations as well as the policies and procedures established by the company.
• Responsible for upholding the Code of Ethics and Conduct guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, Business or Finance preferred.
• Five to seven years of experience working in risk management, operational risk management experience preferred, internal audit, regulatory agency, line of business to be supported, or any combination of the aforementioned.
• Experience with risk identification, assessment, and mitigation of material operational risks.
• Direct experience executing and/or developing operational risk programs, including RCSA, new/modified products and services, operational loss reporting, and other operational risk-related projects.
• In-depth knowledge of operational risk management practices and regulatory requirements.
• Expertise in RCSA, control testing, and key risk indicators development and management.
• Ability to manage duties independently with limited supervision.
• Embody a solution-focused perspective with ability to proactively offer strategic recommendations.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Understanding of project management techniques and change management principles.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.
• Experience in credibly challenging peers and senior leaders.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Proficiency using SmartSheets and Microsoft Office Suite – bonus for PowerBI expertise.
• Ability to establish trust-based relationships with stakeholders across the enterprise.
• Strong team player who is open to listening, understanding, and collaborating with senior management when introducing new ideas.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with 6% Match
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Plus many more employee perks & incentives!