Santander Holdings USA Inc: Business Control Manager

POSITION SUMMARYThe Manager, Business Control & Risk Management is responsible for managing the various activities related to risk management performance within a single risk domain.

The Manager will manage a team that works to identify, assess and action various risks through the assigned business line by executing a defined risk program.

The Manager will oversee the evaluation of processes, review internal control/quality reports and participate in initiatives and lead opportunities for improved efficiency, effectiveness and/or Risk reduction.

S/he supports and monitors business line risk and compliance with corporate policies and procedures and federal and state laws, including appraisal/appraiser related laws and regulations.RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENTSAssesses levels of adherence/execution and identifies risk/control improvements in areas with medium to high complexity.Assists with knowledge transfer of resources and processes to other Risk teams.Communicates regulatory requirements and risk mitigation strategies to lines of business.Conducts risk and control assessments on a regular basis to ensure segment/function meets corporate standards that specifically relate to internal operating controls.Defines scope and establishes team targets for project and day to day deliverables.Develops practical solutions to implement operational controls and risk management activities.Ensures the business functions have adequate processes and procedures in place to effectively monitor and manage risk.Identifies cross-segment solutions and collaborates across multiple areas to identify effective and practical controls and risk management techniques.Identifies, analyzes, monitors and minimizes business risks, and ensures proper control policies and procedures are in place.Leads and contributes to policies for developing, documenting and analyzing existing control procedures., Manages and coordinates analytical reporting needs for the business units.Monitors activities related to compliance with operational risk guidelines.Provides leadership, coaching and counseling to department members including assigning and developing department, team and individual goals and performance management.Provides thought leadership and expertise in risk management practices and subject matter knowledge.EDUCATIONBachelor’s Degree; Accounting, Business, Statistics, Risk Management, Information Systems, Finance, Economics or equivalent field.Master’s Degree; Accounting, Business, Statistics, Risk Management, Information Systems, Finance, Economics or equivalent field.

or, equivalent work experience; WORK EXPERIENCE5-9 years; Risk Management.

Previous management experience.LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONRisk CertificationSKILLS AND ABILITIESAbility to handle diverse workload and tight schedulesAbility to lead and drive changeAbility to work across business groups and in a team environmentControl mindsetDemonstrable evidence of stakeholder managementEffective multi-tasking and prioritization skillsExcellent verbal and written communication/presentation skillsHigh proficiency in PowerPoint, Word and ExcelHigh sense of urgency with ability to drive resultsKnowledge and working understanding of additional auditing standards, theories, concepts, and terms (including Sarbanes-Oxley, COBIT and the COSO Integrated Control Framework).Project management skillsProven ability to apply strategic thinking to multiple, complex organizational and business issues, and has ability to translate into practical plans for project executionSelf-starter, able to establish relationships and transcend multiple cross-functional/divisional boundaries, largely unaidedStrong collaboration and relationship management skillsStrong risk assessment, negotiation and problem resolution skillsUnderstands and communicates impact on line of business of all relevant enterprise/regulatory led initiatives COMPETENCIESCommunicates in a timely and straightforward manner Probes for additional information, clarifies assumptions and confirms agreed-upon actions Keeps everyone involved informed about progress and issuesCommunicates the importance and benefits of risk management to counterpartsDisplays natural skepticism and curiosity to question the status quo and uncover issuesAdheres to a good root cause analysis processCreates a good working environment in the team; works towards shared goals contributing ideas and accepting change Provides assistance and coaches less experienced team membersExecutes risk management process and procedures without management direction, and demonstrates awareness of expected results Knows the relationship and impact of actions and results Has an understanding of regulations impacting area supportedFollows through to meet commitments to others Takes responsibility for achieving strong results, despite balancing multiple complex demandsKnows who to reach out to inside and outside of ones team to get work done Takes action to enhance working relationships needed to achieve seamless work flowStays current with industry and regulatory trends and emerging risk issues Has good understanding of current market and competitive landscape that the organization operates withinUses information and data effectively to support a position and present a rational caseAt Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce and strive to increase the diversity of our teams.

We actively encourage everyone to apply.Primary Location:Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesOther Locations:Massachusetts-BostonOrganization:Santander Bank, N.A.