Enterprise Data Analyst - Salt Lake City, UT

Zions Bancorporation is one of the nation’s premier financial services companies operating as a collection of great banks under local brands and management teams in high-growth western markets. Zions is regularly recognized by American Banker as one of the “Best Banks to Work For” and as having a top banking team in its list of “The Most Powerful Women in Banking.” Our customers consistently vote us as the best bank in our local markets. We value our employees, and we are committed to search out, recognize and create fulfilling opportunities for outstanding people within our organization, rewarding them for their contributions to our success. We recognize that banking is a “local” business, and that to be successful, we must have very strong ties to the communities we serve and strong relationships with our customers.

With benefits starting on day one, 12 bank holidays, profit sharing and company-matched 401(k) contributions, Zions is dedicated to being an employer of choice in our communities. At Zions, the possibilities are endless. You bring the talent; we bring the opportunity.

Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) assists senior management in identifying and assessing key risks (e.g., operational, financial reporting, etc.) and related controls. The challenge is identifying the correct qualitative and quantitative measures and using them to help mitigate risks that are beyond the appetite of the Company’s stakeholders. Working in ERM is a unique opportunity and establishes a great foundation for a banking career, as risk management analysts are exposed to the broad scope of the Bancorporation, its divisions, and its operations.

Responsibilities

The Enterprise Data Analyst responsibilities include: 

• Develop requested risk reporting
• Maintain existing risk reporting
• Perform validations on calculations and processes developed by others
• Quickly understand a large amount of risk-related data and be able to summarize information into executive summaries and recommendations
• Communicate professionally and in a timely manner with key stakeholders
• Explore and understand new data sources and find ways for data sources to be effectively used throughout the organization
• Set up automation on new and existing requests
• Assist in process improvement activities
• Assist in training more junior analysts on the team
• Develop and maintain statistical models as needs arise
• Recommend, help develop, and implement other risk management initiatives
• Work closely with IT, audit, compliance, and business units to support enterprise-wide risk initiatives and data projects
• Work in a dynamic environment where risk management analysts frequently evaluate different bank processes (on both micro and macro levels) and work with management (including executive management) throughout the entire Bancorporation and affiliates.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a high aptitude for critical thinking and analyzing processes and their associated risks and controls.

Required:

• 4+ years of analytics, reporting, risk management, or other directly related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative subject such as Statistics, Math, Economics, Information Systems, or another related subject
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with individuals in various leadership positions
• Advanced knowledge of SQL and at least one other programming language (e.g., Python, R, SAS, JavaScript, etc.)
• Advanced knowledge of Power BI or another data visualization/dashboarding tool
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage a variety of competing tasks
• Ability to learn quickly and demonstrate flexibility as requirements and/or processes change 

Preferred:

• Master’s degree preferred
• Data engineering experience preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft products (PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to effectively train and support others on department processes
• Excellent presentation and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Experience using risk management platforms (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow) for tracking risk management program data

Benefits: 

·       Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE! 

·       Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

·       Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts

·       Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Federal Holidays, and any applicable state holidays

·       401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience

·       Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions

·       Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees enrolled in an accredited degree program related to the needs of the business,  maximum of $5,250 per calendar year, employees are eligible for the program upon hire

·       Employee Ambassador preferred banking products

Salary (depending on experience): $67,500 to $99,000