Sr Manager, Regulatory Exam and Risk Governance - SLC - Hybrid Schedule

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.

Trust, integrity, strong ethical values. Are these characteristics that resonate with you? If so, this is a great opportunity to become part of an exceptional Enterprise Risk Management team. In this role, you will be part of the Enterprise Risk Management leadership team and have the ability to influence change, contributing to strong risk management practices that protect the bank and our customers.

Zions Bancorporation is accepting applications for a Sr Manager, Regulatory Exam and Risk Governance to join our downtown Salt Lake team.  The position offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing a team within the Operational Risk Management (ORM) department and serves as the Bank’s liaison with regulatory agencies, coordinates efforts related to risk frameworks and OCC heightened standards, oversees the governance documentation and governance groups programs and manages internal risk management communication needs.
• Responsible for Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risk management.
• Facilitates regulatory exam activities, which includes overall logistics, communications, gathering and submitting requested materials, coordinating meetings, and overseeing response and remediation efforts, as needed.
• Direct efforts to operationalize risk management frameworks and alignment with OCC Heightened Standards.
• Oversees governance documents (i.e. policies, programs, frameworks) activities, which includes documentation lifecycle and inventory, and develop possible enhancements.
• Oversees governance groups (i.e. committees, councils) activities, which includes gathering groups’ operational information and inventory, and develop possible enhancements.
• Coordinates official risk management communication efforts.
• Leads initiatives to enhance the Bank’s ESG risk management.
• Provides credible challenge and escalation of increased risks and sensitive matters.
• Delivers status reports to senior management, executives and the Board of Directors.
• Identify opportunities to optimize and increase company-wide awareness of expectations.
• Supports the implementation and administration of strong risk governance across the enterprise.
• Guides, manages and directs the activities of the staff to administer companies programs and federal regulations.
• Responsible for hiring, training and supervising staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, communications, English or related field   
• 10+ years risk management, analysis, auditing, document management or other directly related experience, preferably in the financial services industry.
• Advanced experience handling competing priorities, communicating expectations clearly.
• Experience in project management, process improvement, defining program expectations and leading its implementation.
• Experience presenting information to senior management, the Boards of Directors and examiners.
• A master’s degree is preferred.
• A combination of education and experience may meet requirements. 
• Management experience required.
• Requires an in-depth knowledge of risk management, analysis, auditing, document management, risk methodologies, strategies and banking operations. 
• Advanced knowledge of bank/government regulatory requirements and processes, regulatory exams, policies and procedures.
• Must have excellent customer service, client relationship, problem resolution and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Advanced critical thinking, creative and analytical skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships throughout the Bank, working with various stakeholders, interact and communicate effectively all levels of employees, management and regulators.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective management, leadership, organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to handle difficult or sensitive situations.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changes in business needs, strategy and priorities.
• Ability to track and coordinate large and complex processes.
• Proficiency with SharePoint, MS Access, or other Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) systems.
• Ability to guide, direct and manage team members.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Located in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, the Zions Bank Building serves as the headquarters of both Zions Bancorporation and Zions Bank. The building sits adjacent to City Creek Center, a world-class shopping and dining destination with more than 100 stores and restaurants. The Zions Bank Building stands tall among Salt Lake City’s central business district, providing hundreds of team members with an exceptional work environment and features such as:

• Easy access to the City Creek UTA TRAX station, as well as various electric vehicle charging stations in most City Creek area garages;
• An employee-only fitness center and bike storage;
• An employee lounge, kitchen, micro market, game tables, couches and TVs;
• Private mothers’ rooms and lockers; and
• Access to downtown shopping, dining, arts and entertainment.