First Line Risk Sr Manager - Business Banking

Description At Citizens, we’re more than a bank and as a part of our team you’re made ready for a fulfilling career with exciting new challenges and opportunities to stretch yourself! As the First Line Risk Senior Manager within Business Banking , you will represent the first line of defense and identify and mitigate potential risks through the identification, management, and mitigation of the risk and controls environment. You will serve as a liaison, interfacing with business partners across the Enterprise to drive meaningful reductions in risk. You will provide and direct complex analysis on product and customer strategies to establish risk thresholds. While in this role, you will be responsible for proactively reviewing, analyzing, and identifying emerging risks, escalating to the Senior Director/Director of First Line Risk where appropriate. You will work with the Senior Director/Director to adhere to internal governance processes and controls for existing and new risk strategies and provide suggestion for remediation. You will lead change control efforts to ensure impacts are appropriately assessed, documented, and implemented. You will work closely with Compliance officers to ensure that your team is up to date and in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in determining how compliance matters are handled. You will also work with the First Line Risk Manager to initiate investigations into control failures and related issues. Additionally, this role will have some oversight of pilot programs, products, and strategies. Most importantly, you’ll feel valued for who you are and supported to achieve what’s important to you, personally and professionally! Primary responsibilities Support the identification, measurement, and mitigation of material risks in the Business Banking organization. Support various business line projects and initiatives to ensure adherence to Change Management Framework. Issue Management working with business leaders to analyze and quantify risks, assess solutions or mitigation activities, and develop remediation plans. Implement and support internal governance processes. Provide risk point of view on strategies, driving change where appropriate. Synthesize data and reporting; perform analysis and bring valuable business insights through evaluation of data in relation to risk and control management strategies. Reviews current policies, procedures, and process maps to identify process gaps and opportunities for improvement. Promote a culture of risk awareness and accountability through training, education, and risk management consultative support. Key skills required Risk Management Expertise Analytical and Strategic Thinking Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge Governance and Change Control Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Project and Program Management Policy and Procedure Evaluation Team Collaboration Experience 6+ years’ experience in Risk Management, Audit, or Compliance Subject expertise in the governance of Business or Commercial Banking. Accomplished background in the end to end lifecycle of deposits, credit, treasury solutions, and fraud prevention. Experience with Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) platforms, preferably Archer. Strong working knowledge and understanding of regulatory and legislative guidelines. Experience managing projects including planning, implementation, and reporting. Demonstrated interpersonal relationship building, leadership and team facilitation skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal is a must. Bachelor’s Degree OR at least 5 years of work experience. To thrive as a colleague at Citizens, candidates must demonstrate a strong customer‑centric mindset, exhibit persistence and resilience in the face of challenges, and embrace continuous learning to adapt and grow in a dynamic environment. Hours & Work Schedule: 4 days in office Hours per Week: 40 Work Schedule: M-F 8-5 Pay Transparency The salary range for this position is $117,000-$153,000 per year, plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the budget, work location, and relevant skills and experience. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time‑away policy of very local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance. Equal Employment Opportunity Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Citizens Bank