Enterprise Risk Management Intern

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We’re always looking for bright individuals to join our growing organization. As a part of the First Financial Family, we will invest in your development and provide a dynamic work environment where you’re challenged, valued and empowered every day. We strive to be the best destination for the industry’s top talent, creating a diverse, collaborative workplace that celebrates innovation and change. We are one team, working together to get things done.

Job Description:

OFFICE LOCATION:

Abilene, Texas, United States

SCOPE/CONTACTS:

The Enterprise Risk Intern provides second-line Defense support for the Enterprise Risk Management Program (ERM). The role supports ERM processes at the Director of Enterprise Risk Management for coordinating risk assessments, obtaining risk-related data, developing and generating risk reporting, and maintaining the governance risk and controls (GRC) toolset.

This role directly exposes the intern to the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude required for success in progressing into a full-time risk analyst role.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains ERM data quality and reporting within GRC application and reporting tools.
• Assists ERM staff to perform formal Risk and Control Self Assessments (RCSAs) of business processes with first-line business owners and risk owners.
• Tracks mitigation recommendations with the Director of Enterprise Risk Management, other second-line functions, and the appropriate business partners as assigned.
• Participates in meetings related to risk assessments, projects, and other department functions, including assisting the Director of Enterprise Risk Management with the documentation of meeting notes/minutes.

• As assigned, assists in the review of internal department policies, standards, and procedures to validate compliance with the appropriate regulatory and business requirements.
• Responsible for completing all compliance training related to the position in a timely manner.
• Understands and complies with all applicable laws and regulations that apply to the position.
• Assists the Director of Enterprise Risk Management with other risk functions as assigned.
• Safeguard First Financial and customer information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to understand basic risk management requirements, process, and practices.
• Basic understanding of banking and related processes.
• Good proficiency with technology such as personal computers and software/web-based products.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of products particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently with guided supervision.
• Strong client relationship management and customer service.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact well with internal and external clients.
• Incumbent must protect the confidentiality of First Financial and customer information.
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.
• Actively participate in the service culture, support the values of the organization, and follow established Bank policies and procedures.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Candidate for bachelor’s degree in a related field (Junior or Senior year).

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to decide the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)