Enterprise Compliance and Operational Risk Function Manager - Credit Card Compliance and Operational Risk

Regions Bank•Atlanta, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

At Regions, the Enterprise Compliance and Operational Risk Function Manager serves as a risk management expert within the organization across the first, second, and third line of defense. This position ensures the effective implementation of a risk management framework and related programs, advising on business and product decisions to ensure alignment. Additionally, this position owns one or more products, processes, or programs, driving improvements, policy development, and strategic initiatives to strengthen compliance and risk management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field and eight (8) years of experience in risk, audit, or related oversight function(s)
Or High School Diploma or GED and twelve (12) years of experience in risk, audit, or related oversight function(s)

Nice To Haves

Applicable certifications (e.g., Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM))
Experience with Governance, Risk Management and Compliance (GRC) tools
Knowledge of data visualization and programming software
Knowledge of end-to-end banking processes (e.g., sales, account opening, account servicing, payments)
Knowledge of key federal acts and associated banking regulations (e.g., Dodd-Frank Act, Electronic Fund Transfer Act, Expedited Funds Availability Act, Truth in Lending)
Knowledge of risk management frameworks (e.g., Basel, Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO))
Master’s degree in related field
Ability to learn additional systems as needed
Ability to make balanced, risk-based decisions based on facts
Ability to prioritize projects and allocate time efficiently and effectively
Ability to research, analyze data, and derive facts
Ability to solve problems and implement effective solutions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
Strong work ethic and self-motivation
Experience with credit card regulatory compliance and operational risk, including interpreting regulations, assessing control environments, and ensuring processes align with compliance and risk-management standards.
Experience implementing compliance programs, including conducting risk assessments, managing identified issues through remediation, and supporting continuous improvement of the compliance framework.

Responsibilities

Advises leadership on business and product decisions, ensuring alignment with organizational risk standards
Designs, implements, and oversees risk programs, including monitoring, testing, and control assessments, including the review of organizational initiatives for risk impact
Leads initiatives to identify and proactively mitigate emerging risks (e.g., cyber security, artificial intelligence (AI), etc.)
Assists with regulatory exams and internal audits by compiling requested information and preparing supporting materials
Develops and delivers training materials and workshops for business units in an effort to increase risk awareness and compliance
Maintains advanced understanding of applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and trends, as well as monitors changes and communicates impacts appropriately
Supervises day-to-day work of junior analysts when appropriate, as well as provides advice and guidance to develop technical skills and knowledge