Risk Officer

Posted 16 Hours Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office
Senior level
Fintech
The Role
Develop and execute the bank’s operational risk management framework, overseeing risk assessments, events, losses, metrics, issues, remediation, committees, regulatory alignment, and new activities. Partner with senior management, support risk-related projects, develop policies and training, strengthen risk culture, and communicate complex risk information to diverse stakeholders.
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JOB FUNCTION / SUMMARY:

Risk Officers are responsible for developing and executing the operational risk management framework in alignment with program requirements, regulatory guidance, industry best practices, and the Bank's strategic goals. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Partner with senior and executive management to provide support and guidance on all operational risk programs and requirements; analyze opportunities for process improvement and recommend solutions; use risk-based analysis and experience in responding to inquiries of high risk and complexity;

  • Consult on risk management principles for emerging risks, strategic projects and initiatives.

  • Provide direct oversight of operational risk related matters for multiple operational risk lines of business/business units specifically related to risk & control self-assessments performance, significant operational risk events, operational losses, risk metrics (KPIs/KRIs), issues (audit, exam, compliance, and findings), and new activities.  Ensure alignment with the Company's strategic risk appetite and regulatory expectations and escalate deviations and remediation plans to senior/executive management accordingly.

  • Facilitate committees/forums/working groups on behalf of the Operational Risk Management function to strengthen the Company's operational risk posture.  Help facilitate and coordinate board and management committee materials, and presentations for committee, and board meetings.

  • Assist in the development of operational risk strategy, goals, methodology, policy, procedures and process. 

  • Establish strategic cross-functional partnerships with various business lines and risk functions to ensure strong communication and a consistent application of operational risk management program requirements across the Company. 

  • Build and promote a strong operational risk culture by developing training, awareness campaigns, and communication strategies across the Bank.

  • Provide project management support for LOB projects which have significant risk.

  • Participate in all applicable committees as assigned as a member and/or participant to ensure knowledge related to these activities is communicated to all levels of management.

  • Stay abreast of and remain in compliance with all applicable regulatory guidelines that apply to these functions

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE:

  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Risk Management, or related field preferred

  • 5 years of progressive experience in enterprise risk, operational risk, internal audit, compliance, or related roles in financial services required

  • Professional certifications (CRCM, FRM, CRM, CAMS, CRISC, CIA, CISA) strongly preferred

  • Strong understanding of enterprise risk frameworks, regulatory expectations, and core bank operations

  • Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills with ability to synthesize complex information for diverse audiences

  • Proficiency with GRC platforms, data visualization, and risk analytics tools

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to travel if required to perform the essential job functions
  • Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines
  • Ability to operate  related equipment to perform the essential job functions
  • Ability to read and interpret a document if required to perform the essential job functions
  • Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 10 pounds if required to perform the essential job functions.  If the employee is unable to lift/move/carry this weight and can be accommodated without causing the department/division an “undue hardship” then the employee must be accommodated; hence omitting lifting/moving/carrying as a physical requirement.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or history of disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, disabled veteran, or other protected characteristics as required by federal, state and local laws.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Risk Management, or a related field
  • Five years of progressive experience in enterprise risk, operational risk, internal audit, compliance, or related financial services roles
  • Professional certification such as CRCM, FRM, CRM, CAMS, CRISC, CIA, or CISA
  • Understanding of enterprise risk frameworks, regulatory expectations, and core bank operations
  • Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills
  • Proficiency with GRC platforms, data visualization, and risk analytics tools

Hancock Whitney Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Hancock Whitney and has not been reviewed or approved by Hancock Whitney.

  • Healthcare Strength Core coverage includes medical, dental, vision, telehealth, and FSAs, with options such as a PPO and a CDHP. The CDHP includes company HSA contributions, and multiple comments characterize medical coverage as good or worth the premium.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) offers a company match plus an additional employer contribution, with a true-up and an ESPP available. This structure is presented as competitive for a regional bank.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time away includes vacation, sick leave, volunteer time, and bonding leave for birth/adoption/foster placement. The program outlines 11 paid holidays and front-loaded sick time, with vacation accruals that increase by role/tenure.

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The Company
HQ: Gulfport, MS
3,969 Employees
Year Founded: 1899

What We Do

We create opportunities for our clients and the communities we serve. We offer a wide array of banking and financial services at locations in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Through a steadfast commitment to our century-old core values we’ve created a company culture built around respect, diversity and teamwork that recently landed Hancock Whitney on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers. Our core values are lived out by the actions of our associates throughout our footprint. Commitment to service is not just something that we say on a poster. Its lived out in the actions of the women and men that seek to provide exceptional service every day in our local communities.

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